Ellen's Reviews
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18 reviews
great fit; very flattering!
danced the night away! I was nervous about what the dress code was for a wedding and this dress fit in beautifully. Fit my 36Cs perfectly and got many compliments. I would certainly rent again!
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Blue Ceiba Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Engagement shoot perfection!
The medium's arm holes were so small there were small bulges of arm pit fat that you could see so I opted for the large. The prior reviews didn't help too much with sizing- the Medium felt great in the midsection but had the arm pit problem and came up too high in the front. The large fit my chest better and came down more appropriately in the front. Great fabric and amazing casual look for half of my engagement photos!

Black Rive Gauche Top
TY-LR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Running errands for Thanksgiving dinner!
Went shopping for the day and it was comfortable. I normally wear a 6/8 in skirts but this 10 was so tight I had to wear a bigger blouse to disguise the button I had to keep unbuttoned at the top. Cute skirt in a thick fabric, but size up at least 2 sizes.

Raquel Button Front Skirt
BB Dakota
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Thanksgiving dinner with lots of room!
I'm an 8/10 in most dresses and this dress was way too big which was perfect for thanksgiving dinner! The color was fabulous and I'd love to buy it--- but in a size smaller. Great for gals with some hips and a larger chest!

Hunter Green Cynthia Dress
Karen Zambos
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Rehearsal dinner flair!
I wore this for a rehearsal dinner and had sooooo many compliments on it! The waist area was bigger than I expected but the top half fit my larger chest wonderfully!! The fabric is structured but stretches making it super flattering. Would love to rent again.

Black Jagged Edge Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Engagement Party Perfection!
Normally size 8 dresses are tighter on my chest but this one was great! There's some stretch and hit perfectly above the knee on a short frame. Pained me to send it back! Will certainly be renting again!

White Flower Dot Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Size up if you have a larger bust and/or hips
The 10 fit perfectly in my chest area but was too tight around my hips so I opted for the 12. Definitely runs small but I felt great and comfortable all night and could still cut a rug when the band played "Shout!" The material has a lot of give so I somewhat wished I had gone with the 10 but overall it was a great dress. Midi length on me but it worked!

Black Empire Shine Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Looked great, felt great, tons of compliments!!
This dress made me feel amazing!! I usually wear an 8/10 but because of my chest, the 12 fit me better. I received so many compliments and definitely cut a rug on the dance floor because of how fun and comfortable the dress was. If I wore the 10 I would have likely experiences the same problem as many of the reviewers by not being able to sit for long, breathe or eat. But, sizing up worked wonders. After all, it's about the fit and not the size! The Tory Burch sizing chart did nothing for me either- if it was true to that sizing, I would have been an 8 so I'm so glad I sized up!! As someone who is 5'3, it hit around my upper calf. Would definitely think of buying! Sad to return this one.

Metallic Jacquard Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Big Hit!
The guy is just as expected. I have a larger chest and didn't feel uncomfortable at all. I loved it and am considering buying it! I love all things Yumi Kim!

Soho Mixer Dress
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36C
Skinny Minnie!
This dress is absolutely amazing. Hugs you in all the right places and makes you feel so slim! There's some nice stretch to it and definitely runs true to size. I hated sending it back!! Will likely buy if it becomes available.

Stella Sheath
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Such a classic- mad I didn't get a better picture!
Will definitely rent again- fit so great! A little big around the middle but was perfect in the chest! Definitely renting again!

Exclusive Dark Petals Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Stunning and vintage-looking
These were amazing!! I would definitely consider buying them. I didn't realize they were clip on but they didn't hurt nearly as much as I was expecting. Would definitely rent again!

Vintage Jade Crystal Studs
Gerard Yosca
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Perfect for a James Bond Themed Auction
I initially ordered the MR with the LR being my back up size. The MR fit great around the midsection and chest but the button at the chest wouldn't stay closed and it was a little tight around my lower hips. I sized up for comfort but the top was larger than what is appropriate so with a little fashion tape, I made it work. If you're bigger chested (C+) the medium won't likely fit.

Navy Riviera Dance Jumpsuit
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36C
very short---even on a short girl!
The dress was super cute and flattering but was wayyyyy too short if you are doing any amount of sitting at all. I'm a short girl (onlyl 5' 3!) and my finger tips fell far below the bottom hemline when I was standing. I would certainly size up if I were you!
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Indian Odissi Sheath
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Size Down, very baggy!
The style I initially rented was not available for my mother's birthday party but RTR sent me this dress. I gravitate towards A-line and sheath style dresses because of my wider hips, broad shoulders, and larger chest. This style is not really flattering on shorter girls with an athletic to curvy build and ended up being very baggy on me. If you're taller with narrow hips though, this dress would look way better on you! (ps- totally jealous because this dress was super cute)
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Rose Lines Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Size up, Big Time!
The dress I ordered from RTR wasn't available so this was the comparable style that was shipped to me. Unfortunately, I could barely get the dress over my hips and could not zip it at all. It's a gorgeous fabric but I would say that the 10 fit more like a 6 on me. I have wider hips and a larger chest with broad shoulders but an overall athletic build so I usually rent a 10 to be safe but unfortunately, this dress was a total wash which was unfortunate because the fabric was so lovely!
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Charmed By You Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36C
Comfy and sexy!
I loved the dress but tend to have a larger bust and broader shoulders/back. I had more than plenty of room up top and would have had to stuff the chest area to fit inside. The fabric was lovely though and I was flattered to have so much room in the dress!
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To Love Again Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36C
Great! but tight in the bust.
I got approximately 1 million compliments on this dress. I normally wear around an 8 for all of my clothing but tend to go up a size in formal wear because I have a broader back and larger boobs (competitively swimming for half of my life gave me a more athletic back in that way!) but overall, I would say to size up on this dress just in case. It was the perfect length, too, which I was worried about because I am fairly short. Thanks, RTR!
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Dayglo Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36C