Carly's Reviews
All reviews by Carly
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Great jacket, consider sizing down
I wore this a few times in NYC and was able to style it to take advantage of the oversized and somewhat boxy cut. I think if I sized down it still would have been oversized and less baggy looking so would try that if I rent again.
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Faux Leather Mixed Pocket Bomber
3.1 Phillip Lim
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Lovely dress
I loved this one. Length is great for petites (few inches above knee on me) and I loved the neckline and sleeve combo.
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Red Empire Mini Dress
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Drop waist didn’t work for me
The proportions of the drop waist were way off for my height/torso length, so the dress looked very odd. Also too loose in the bust even with the straps all the way tightened. Just didn’t work for me!
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Greek Garden Maxi Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute but way too big
Love the back detail but I could wear it because I looked like I was wearing my dads suit jacket. I sized down and it was still massive, so I’d go down 2 sizes next time and it would still be an oversized look.
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Thomas Menswear Cutout Blazer
Tibi
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Cosby sweater
This was just too much for me - I thought it looked like a Cosby sweater, and when I tried it on my husband asked "which way to Bonaroo?". Neither were great associations. Shoulders were boxy, not flattering either.
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Extreme Stripes Sweater
Carven
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Rented twice then bought it
This is a great basic with fun detail of the buttons on the back. Fabric is thick so I don't need to wear a bra but you definitely could.
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Preta Button Back Tank
Greylin
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun choice for a formal wedding
I wore this to a wedding at an opera house, wanting something formal but with a little flair and sex appeal. It was a great dress for the occasion, tons of compliments all night. The fit was good but not *perfect*. The 6R was fitted over my butt and thighs (in a good way) and showed off curves, but the chest area was a little hang-y. I don't think it was very noticeable but kind of bothered me. 5"3 / 125 / 34B / very pear
Fearless Midnight Gown
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34B
Not great for pear shapes
Between the knit material and the length, this dress didn't work for me. Someone with more of an hourglass and slightly taller would kill it in this dress though!
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Dark Instinct Midi Dress
Bec & Bridge
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Chic AF
I love (almost) everything about this dress. It feels and looks very posh. I brought it with me to France and wore it twice, once for daytime once for night, and I think it worked either way. Paired it with a denim jacket and mules for the chillier night. The only negatives, as other reviewers have said, is that the arm holes are very large so wearing a normal bra can be tricky. I also found the length to be just slightly odd, but it didn't bother me too much. I'm shorter (5'3") so would be more normal on a taller person.
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Elle Knit Dress
Mara Hoffman
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Great tote for travel
I loved this tote for plane travel, and bringing out for long days when I needed to pack more things than usual. I could easily fit a thick book, light shawl/wrap, and over-ear headphones along with all my normal gear. It has a flat bottom so you can easily set it down and it holds the shape. The material is really thick and in great condition - bag almost looked new!
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Hadley Road Dina Tote
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Great dress, runs smallish
This dress was killer, I just needed to size up if I was actually going to move in it. Recommend erring on the larger size especially if you've got butt/thighs. Color was great and loved the look though so I'll definitely give the size 6 a try.
Orange Kenna Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34B
Great fit
I really loved this dress, and will consider buying or at least renting again. I wore it for a conference and found it both very flattering and professional. The material is very thick and comfortable, and the color/texture is unique enough to make it special.
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Marl Flare Dress
Theory
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Not for me
This dress didn't do me any favors. It was too much material overall for a petite frame, so even an XS looked oversized but not in a flattering way. As my husband said, "it looks like you're trying to hide something instead of trying to show something off." Pattern is fun and I'm sure it would work on other folks.
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Mixed Floral Print Dress
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B
Love it in spirit, but didn't work
I love this dress in spirit but it did not work for me. Like other reviewers experienced, the arms were way too tight for me (see pics), although I could button/zipper easily. The waist on the other hand was much too loose. I have a bigger butt/thighs/hips relative to waist, so I think this dress might fit someone with a more slim/straight figure and very slim arms. It was so close to being a great dress - love it if it actually fit!
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Blue Italian Nicole Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 34B