Penny's Reviews
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16 reviews
Sofisticated, classy, sexy....
Don't judge the pic...only way I could get a full view! Extremely flattering. I wore the 14 because it was more flattering and comfortable. I an very self conscious about my size and body, but felt good in this dress. I have a belly, which was totally hidden. Does show quite a bit of cleavage, but can be pinned easily to show what you are comfortable with. So many complements from others wearing designer clothing. Would be easy to dress up or down depending on the event. I would buy this dress!
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Black Jacquelyn Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful!
I rented the 12 and 14 since I'm between sizes. The 14 was perfect. I wore it to a Mardi Gras Ball. It was a fun dress and very comfortable. I had to Switch from my costume to the gown quickly. I was able to wear a regular bra. I do suggest wearing spanx because it is rather fitted. I had to have help with the zipper. The gown was comfortable-no scratchiness. I wore 2.5 inch heels and the length was great for me (I'm 5'4). I'm heavier than I would like so I'm very critical of how things fit, but I got so many compliments that I was able to rule the dance floor until the band stopped! Picture was taken at 3 am so I look a bit disheveled......
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Sequin Silo Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 147lbs
Bust: 36C
Many compliments!
Rented this for a New Years Eve wedding. I rented both the 12and 14 since I am between sizes. Both fit, but the 14 was more forgiving! Because of flare of the skirt, it his my tummy which is my problem area. It does accentuate the hip area, but it's obvious that is the flare of garment and not your body! So many compliments. And everyone wanted to know where I had gotten the dress! Great advertisement for RTR! Had so much fun, I forgot to get a picture without the wrap! Not a good picture....very cold out!
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Back Down Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 147lbs
Bust: 36C
Compliments all night!
I rented this for a party held by my Mardi Gras krewe. I wanted something fun, comfortable, and cool since it was the end of June in MS. This dress was all of those things! It was extremely comfortable and flowed well while dancing. The picture is blurry and doesn't do it justice! The sleeves are really cool with cut outs (?). This dress is a must if you "figure flaws" you want to hide.... I do have broad shoulders-obvious in the pic-but the dress did a good job of hiding my tummy pooch and arms. I wore regular undergarments although a spanks probably would have helped.
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Pansy Print Tunic
Tibi
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Very form fitting.
Really pretty, but not for someone with less than a perfect body. It revealed every lump and bulge. I'm sure I'm being over critical because I am extremely self conscious since I've gained weight. If you are comfortable in your body, it really is classy dress!
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Eye Gazer Sheath
Rachel Roy
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Cute dress, but thought it looked "used".
It was cute and fit well, but the colors looked washed out. Didn't wear it.
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Mad Mod Mini Shift
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Great day at the races with freinds. The dress was beautiful...lots of compliments.
I wore the 12, but the 10 fit also...just a little snug at the top. It has a very sophisticated/classic look. I wish I could figure out how to get the picture from facebook onto here, but I am a bit challenged! The color was rich. I loved the fact that it hid my tummy!
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Nadia Dress
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Cute dress.
I rented this for a baby shower. It runs true to size, but I didn't wear it I thought it looked faded....
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Adelson Pink Swirl Sheath
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Glitzy fun!
Really cute dress, but I didn't wear it since it was a backup. It was a bit heavy on my shoulders, but was flattering.
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Cabernet Sequin Kiss Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
I felt gorgeous!
I wore this to my husbands company Christmas Party in New Orleans. It fit like a glove. WIth a spanx you couldn't tell I had a bit of a holiday weight gain! I got so many compliments I couldn't keep track! For some reason the picture won't upload, but I'll try again!
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Off-the-shoulder Beaded Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Pretty dress, but didn't wear it.
This was my back up dress. It was really snug and did nothing to hide the tummy bulge...
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Noir Spark My Interest Dress
Anna Sui
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Lots of complements!
I needed something I could wear to an informal dinner/auction and to an engagement party I was hosting. The two events were back to back with no time to change outfits. This was perfect for both. It was very comfortable and easy to wear. I got compliments all night from all age groups! Would rent it again. Unfortunately, I didn't get a good picture...
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Angelic Tigerlily Beaded Shift
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Wore another dress...
I chose this dress because I had two overlapping events. I had a casual banquet and was cohosting an engagement party on the same night. Thought this dress would be great for both parties. I am usually a solid 10, so I selected the 10 and the 12 as my backup. I also selected another dress just in case. I'm glad I did. THe 10 ran small and where as the 12 fit, it was not in the lease bit flattering. I am a bit hippy and this dress really accentuated that flaw. The material is thick and the pattern just draws your eye to the middle. I would recommend this dress for someone who is not so full figured and who doesn't have a lot of curves.
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Reality Versus Dream Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Perfect for Mardi Gras Function"
My Mardi Gras Krewe goes to the horse races in New Orleans once a year. This dress was perfect. The color was perfect and the fit very flattering. I was a little reluctant because my back-up size wasn't available and I'm a little "hippy", but the 10 fit perfectly! I got nothing but complients all day. I wore this dress from 9 am untl 2 am the next morning-bus ride, races, dinner, and dancing. It was extremely comfortable. I chose to wear a spanx, but that is my preference. Would order this dress again!
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Rustic Plum Lace Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Pretty dress, but it shows every bulge and bump.....
Dress consists of a nude slip dress that fits like a spanx. It is extremely form fitting. The lace top-dress is pretty, but is also very form fitting. There is really no play in the dress and if you have any figure flaws it does nothing to hide them. I ordered the M and L for a wedding. I ended up wearing neither because I was so self-conscious.
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Kate Lace V Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D
Loved the dress. I felt beautiful and had endless compliments! Didn't want to send it back!
I usually wear a size 8-10, but ended up wearing the 12 because I thought the 10 was a little snug in the hips. There is no give in the fabric.It was extremely flattering though. Wish I could get my picture to upload!
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Turn The Radio On Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38D