Hayley's Reviews
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Fun dress for desert chic wedding
I rented this for a wedding outside of Joshua Tree, CA. The attire was formal but the wedding started at 4:30 - I think this dress nailed the formality but time of day with a punch of fun. I ended up wearing the large to make room for dinner/ I'm a little hippy, but I could have easily worn the medium (and probably should have because it wasn't as baggy up top). I got so many compliments, and it was so much fun to dance in!
Island Time Dress
C/MEO COLLECTIVE
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Great size for wedding!
This was the perfect complement to my busy dress!
Mint Leo Clutch
Rebecca Minkoff Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Fun statement piece
These earring were really lightweight and a great statement piece!
Multi Beaded Tassel Earrings
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Super comfortable, but gets hot
Wore out in Vegas on a girls trip. Ran big - I should have rented the small (wore the medium/ rented M and L) - the sleeves were long and had extra fabric bunch up in the back. But super comfortable for being a body con dress. Material is like a stretchy knit sweater. The turtleneck got really hot, and I had to roll it down later in the night. So would be good for something cooler weather or for dinner - but got toasty in the nightclub.
Raisin West Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
A fun, playful outfit
Absolutely loved this rental. I could have worn the medium (it fit better on the top half), but I wore the large because I wanted more room in the hips - however that meant the top half ran a little large. Had to have a friend safety pin the straps back and tape the plunging "v" so I wouldn't be exposed. The sequins are itchy in the thigh area when you walk and a smidge on the arms. Recommend wearing hose/tights for comfort. Overall great rental and perfect to see Britney Spears in Vegas on a girls trip!
Beatrice Romper
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
I was told this dress was made for me!
Endless compliments from the fit to the sleeves to the color! It is tight and like others have said you can really only lift your arms up a little below shoulder level. But when I put it on my husband goes "that one" (I had a backup dress). I usually wear a 4 or 6. The 6 I could put on couldn't zip up without fear of ripping - so I opted for the 8. I'm a complete pear. Spanx will be your friend. No need to wear a bra. Black stilettos with chunky statement Kate spade earrings.
Flame Red Selena Slit Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
love the color
Wore this to a work event in Long Island at the end of September. Was super cute and comfortable - only downside were the sleeves, they were a little tighter than I anticipated - was thinking it was going to be more "boyfriend". But still very cute!
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Blush Blazer
ELLIATT
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
So cute!
I got this as part of the Unlimited program and wore it twice actually - once to watch football at a friend's house and another to work/then to a girls' vineyard weekend getaway (same day). I received tons of compliments everywhere I wore it! Because it's cotton, it does wrinkle really easily. Great thing - you can wear a regular bra with it - but I did have to constantly check to make sure my straps weren't peaking out since the should "strap" area was a little big on me - but not a huge deal.
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White Poplin Cut Out Top
Tibi
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
I want to keep this!
Absolutely loved this skirt! I hope it goes on sale so I can purchase. I got it with my unlimited membership and paired with a white button down and nude pumps for work. Pear shaped ladies beware - it was a little hard to get up around my hips but with some careful shimmying it was fine and fit perfect around my thinner waist. Only other con was because its so high up on your waist it rolls kind of weird when you sit down. But nothing too strange. I would definitely recommend. Lightweight leather with soft interior lining
Renee Flounce Skirt
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
Light and comfortable
Loved the lightweight feel of this dress, but it does wrinkle very easily (but I also had to wear on a plane traveling for work). The diagonal cut of this dress was a little awkward - and I had to make sure I wasn't flashing anyone when bending down to pick stuff up - but still appropriate for the work event I was at.
Blue Ribbon Asymmetrical Shift
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
Comfortable!
I wore this for a work event in the Atlanta heat. It was comfortably stylish and didn't show sweat! Wore with new strappy heels. Not much different between a XS and S, except a smidge shorter in length on the XS which I ended up going with.
Coral Feather Ruffle Shift
Karen Zambos
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
Comfy and classy
I wore this to work a Fashion Show for my company. It was so comfy yet still perfect for the black cocktail dress code. It does run large - I wore the XS and it was still a little big through the shoulders. I received tons of compliments! I just wish it had pockets to fit stuff I needed :)
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Black Side to Side Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
So many compliments!
I rented the skirt portion to wear for a White Shirt Day at my company's Conference. The goal was to style your white shirt to reflect you. I got so many compliments on this! The fit was a little tight so I had to wear the Size 4 - didn't even try on the Size 2. Perfect for accentuating tiny waists - but Curvy bottoms beware - I had to shimmy over my bum carefully so the zipper wouldn't rip - but was all good once I got it over.
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Hibiscus Floral Skirt
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
The print was great!
I wore this for our post-wedding reception at the Dallas Country Club (Dallas, TX) since our families had too large of a guest list to accommodate our actual wedding's venue in Georgia. It fits a little snug because it has ZERO stretch, so I recommend sizing up if you'd like some wiggle room. The XS and S sizes were basically the exact same - but the skirt portion hit a smidge longeron the leg with the S (which is what I ended up wearing). Overall though, it was a nice dress for the occasion and I received tons of compliments (but I was also the "bride" so who knows how genuine. haha) - I could see being able to wear this to work as well. Just to note: It's a faux wrap dress that just has an empire waist and a fixed bow - which was nice so you didn't feel like you would come un-done like a true wrap dress.
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Mix & Mingle Wrap Dress
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Sparked up a boring dress front
I absolutely loved this necklace and wish I could've kept it! Easy to dress up or down. I paired it with the Badgley Mischka Shoreline Gown.
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Mave Lariat Necklace
Gorjana Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
The back was beautiful!
I ordered the 4P and 2R, and ended up wearing the 2R. The 4P's fit was a little looser which I would have preferred, but the length was too short for the heels I was wearing - so I ended up wearing the 2R. I'm 5'3'' but the 2R length was perfect with 4'' heels. The 2R fit a little tight across the chest (no bra worn). I think a 4P would have been perfect (but it was sold out at the time I ordered it). Overall, the dress was fine. I didn't like the front very much (kind of boring), and it gathered really bulky on the hips, which for the pear-shaped person I am - I didn't think was very flattering. But the back - gorgeous! A tasteful amount of sexy you should bring to a black-tie optional wedding. I paired it with the Mave Lariat gold skinny necklace which was a great piece.
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Shoreline Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2P
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Easy to dance in
I wore this for one of my bachelorette parties. I could have worn the "0" but it had this weird burn/stain on the front - so I went with the "2". Sizing wasn't that different but the sleeves were longer on the "2" and the back bunched up with extra fabric around my shoulders - overall not a huge deal. Fun thing that helped with the long sleeves that I don't think you can see in pictures - the sleeves have zippers which made them easy to roll up when I got hot dancing at the bar. Nutshell - comfy dress - good for cooler weather in Texas February.
North Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
So glamorous!
I actually rented these as a back-up to wear with my wedding dress, but opted for a more classic earring instead for my big day. However, I made use of these for my after-party dress to hit up the bars, and it was the PERFECT accessory to my C/MEO Collective Ivory Night Rider dress - they were the right amount of glitz and modernism. The earrings were a little heavy at first, but I quickly got used to them. Wish I could keep them!
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Silver Cluster Studs
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
So chic!
I wore this dress to go out to the bars after my wedding reception - absolutely LOVED it! After wearing my wedding dress all day, this was the perfect, comfy, yet chic dress to throw on - and I got compliments all night! I ordered the XS and S. The S was more roomy, but it didn't come with the belt in the package so I ended up wearing the XS which did (it's attached). The sizing wasn't that much different between the two, but it definitely needed the belt to give it some shape. The cape was awesome - so fun! I'm thinking about renting this again for my local reception in a few weeks!
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Ivory Night Rider Dress
C/MEO COLLECTIVE
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Felt super sexy
I rented this for my Vegas Bachelorette weekend. My friends and I wanted to get out of our typically conservative styles for the occasion - and this dress totally accomplished that. I tried on both the XS and S in the Las Vegas RTR store - but HAD to go with the S. I tried the overhead and up-the-feet approach with the XS and there was no way that sucker was getting on. I actually had to have a friend help me get out of what I did manage to get around my body. XS = SUPER TIGHT. However, the S fit really comfortably - that's why I was trying so hard for the XS (hoping it would suck me in even more). I am much smaller up top than I am on bottom (a true pear) - so I ended up having to stuff my bra to fill out the top. The straps were also kind of loose - but I think if I were larger on top it would have been fine. I wore Spanx just out of comfort - since I knew I would be dancing and was unsure if the dress would ride up - but I think you could get away without in this dress. I would definitely recommend for a night of dancing with the girls.
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Color Block Party Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
So comfy!
I rented this for my second (more low-key) night out in Vegas for my Bachelorette Weekend Trip. I tried on the 4R and 6R in the Las Vegas RTR store. The 4R was actually a perfect fit. But I was looking for something a little more roomy to have a wide-leg pant feel - vibing the 70s. The 4R legs fit more like a pair of jeans, while the 6R gave the the wide-leg effect - but I think if I were to rent this again, I would go for the 4R to add some more structure. The waist of the 6R kept falling down to my hips (since it was larger than I normally wear) - and I kept having to pull it up to get that "blousy" effect of the top. The 6R was super comfy - probably because I wore it so large. The sheer panel in the front and the open slit back gave a hint of sexy for a classy look (because of this you'll need to go with pasties). I felt like I really stood out in the club from all the other bachelorettes in their super short white dresses. I was scared of the waist being too tight when having to pull it over my pear bottom when taking it on a off, but because of the elastic waistband - it was a breeze. I was also nervous with the length of the pants because I"m only 5'3''
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Waylen Jumpsuit
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
Classy and unforgettable
I wore this to a friend's wedding at a country club. I received so many compliments and absolutely loved this dress! The bling on the sleeves was my favorite part and was just the right amount to make this dress pop. I had to wear the larger of the sizes because of the tight hem like other reviewers have stated - not very forgiving for a pear - so it was a little big on top.
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Shimmering Tulip Dress
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
Cute, but not my style
I received this as a Mystery Bling piece for some white dresses I rented for engagement photos. It was cute, but the rhinestones are a little flashy for me. The clasp also kept coming undone like some other Renters have said - which made me nervous about even trying to wear it out in public. However, I have VERY small wrists and can never find any bracelets or bangles to fit me - this one actually fit GREAT! I ended up not wearing the dresses I rented, so I returned this at the same time.
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Pave Door Latch Cuff
Eddie Borgo
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
Cute, just not for me
I rented this as a back-up dress for engagement photos. It was really cute, but just didn't fit my style so I didn't wear it. The skirt portion was a little too flouncy. I was also taking engagement photos outside in Georgia in July - so I felt the heavy "scuba" fabric probably wasn't a good idea. But I could definitely see this being great for a spring Derby or bridal luncheon. The zero fit well, though a little big up top (however, being a pear that's how most things fit me). I normally wear a size 2-4, so definitely size down.
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Woven Garden Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
Really cute dress, but a little snug on the bottom
I rented this dress to wear for engagement photos, but ended up not using it. which was very disappointing because the cut was VERY cute. Just standing around, I probably could have worn the 4. However, knowing I'd be moving in engagement photos, every time I did a test walk the skirt would ride up - making it less than appropriate. I am definitely a pear - so while the bottom was a little snug, the top was a little baggy. Also, the lining of the dress was not stitched to the actual dress's hem - and because it's white - you could see where the lining's seam didn't match up to the seam of the actual dress. I'd probably rent this again but get a size up to make it more shift like.
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Cyrano Shift
Milly
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
Fun dress, but runs small
I rented the 2, and a 4 as a back-up. Putting the dress on was a little difficult because the fabric has absolutely no "give." The "zig-zag" part is tapered in on the dress; so it's a little difficult to get around your shoulders putting on - but I'm also a little broad. The 2 fit like a glove - but the bodice looked weird when I sat down, so I opted for the 4. The main difference to me between the two sizes was the length of the straps - they were a little longer on the 4, which helps if you have a long torso like me. I loved the dress, and it definitely amped up the LBD with the patterned design! The only downside would be the proportions. The "zig-zag" part didn't hit me where it does on the model - it hit me at my waist instead of my hips. The picture isn't the greatest - but it's the only one that had enough light to show the pattern!
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Square Root Zig Dress
Cushnie
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Wore it to SMU's Barrister's Ball
I wore this to my boyfriend's Barrister's Ball/"Law Prom" in the Spring. First off, the color is amazing! A super rich red, so I wore nude pumps and a simple chain gold necklace to balance it out. The fabric is extremely comfortable. I ordered a size 0 with a size 2 as a back up. I ended up wearing the size 0. Because the fabric had so much give, the size 0 made it a little tighter. I think if I had been going to a business function rather than a party I would've worn a size 2 which was a little bit looser.
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Rumor Says Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Runs small but really cute!
Luckily, this was my second dress I ordered as a back-up dress! It zipped up fine until I got to my rib cage, and then it wouldn't budge; even though I had it easily clasped at the top of the dress. The color and fabric were amazing though, I just wish there had been just a smidge more room, because I think a bigger size would have been too big. But it was absolutely darling!
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Dance With Me Dress
Vera Wang Lavender
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Very pretty, but runs large
I rented this dress for my boyfriend's fraternity's formal in Savannah, GA. It was a great dress! I rented the 2R and 4R. I wore the 2R, and it was still a little big. The material was really comfortable and flowy, but the the jersey fabric weighed a little heavy causing the dress to pull down lower than it should be. I used a lot of double sided fashion tape to hold it in place- and it did the trick, even though I was self-conscious all night about something slipping! The waist does fit more like an empire waist rather than a natural waist like pictured on the model. Overall though a very pretty dress, and the color was so rich and went great with my green eyes! The length was perfect. I'm short, but with the right sized heels (I think mine were 3") it was just right. I received lots of compliments! Trying to share photos, but uploader won't work.
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Enchanting Emerald Gathered Gown
Alice by Temperley
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B