Rachel's Reviews
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Such a fun skirt
I've been dying to rent this skirt for ages and when it finally became available, I jumped on it regardless of the fact that it wasn't really my actual size. I rented the the 46R when the 44R probably would have fit a little bit better. It was a little bit big, so it didn't really want to stay on my natural waist and kept slipping down, but it still looked amazing. And it wasn't nearly as long as I was expecting. I'm about 5'3 and wore 4.5" - 5" inch wedges with it, and I still had to pick it up a bit when I walked, but I still thought it was going to be much longer. It was SO much fun to wear, I can't tell you how many complete strangers stopped me on the street to tell me how much they loved it. The fabric is nice and heavy, amazing quality. One little thing, it was supposed to have a hook and eye closure, but the hook was missing so it was the tiniest bit open in the back. But I definitely would have kept this skirt if I could!
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Montage Skirt
DSQUARED2
Size Worn: 46R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful AND comfortable
My friend and I rented dresses together for a formal gala (I rented the Laundry by Shelli Segal Trio gown on the left). She's around 5'7" or 5'8" and went with the 2L I think. But she absolutely loved this dress and was completely convinced that we were the best dressed there.
Pamela Gown
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 32D
Flashy and fun
Rented this for a formal gala, it was really fun to wear. The sequins are smaller than I expected, which was a nice surprise. The fit was a little disproportionate for me, I felt like it was super tight across my chest but a little loose and bunchy around my stomach. But it was still a great dress and was easy to dance in all night.
Trio Gown
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful dress but I didn't end up wearing it
This dress truly is beautiful. The fabric and color are lovely and the detailing at the bust is beautiful. However I thought it might be a little too traditional for a fun wedding in Barbados so I didn't end up wearing it. I'm usually a 6 but know that most reem acra dresses run very small, so I tried the 8. Even though the dress fit around my rib cage and chest (I could close the hook and eye closure and could pull the fabric together), I could not for the life of me get the zipper to budge past the seam at the waist. Even when I took the dress off and tried to zip it up, I still majorly struggled with the zipper. Might be easier if you have an extra pair of helping hands.
Anastasia Dress
Reem Acra
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful dress but didn't end up wearing it
This dress truly is beautiful. The color is very fun and bright and the cut is amazing. However I thought it might be a little too traditional for a fun wedding in Barbados so I didn't end up wearing it. I will say though that the bust and the shoulders did seem kind of disproportionately larger relative to the waist. I'm not overly small or large chested but I felt like I would have needed one of my bigger padded bras to properly fill this out.
Pink Asymmetrical Silk Dress
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Very pretty, not too over the top
I received these as a replacement for the Anton Heunis Crystal Leaf Earrings, which sadly weren't available to ship at the last minute. Customer Service was super helpful though and I was able to find replacement earrings with enough time to spare. These earrings are lovely just the right amount of sparkle, not too heavy, and just a little more understated than some of the other bling, so they go very well with larger statement pieces.
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Loop Around Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Super sparkly!
Such a gorgeous statement necklace, it was so glittery and sparkly when it caught the light. And adjustable to both a good longer length or shorter length. Loved it!
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Take the Throne Necklace
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful and very good quality
Based on other reviews I was terrified that this was going to be the tiniest top ever and I wouldn't even be able to squeeze an arm into it, but it actually fit perfectly. It wasn't tight around the arms or neck or stomach, had just the right looseness at the hem to discreetly show a little bit of skin. The color is beautiful, it's very sparkly, and it's very good quality. It's silk lined and heavy, they didn't cheap out on the sequins! I absolutely loved it!
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Burgundy Cascade Top
Parker
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Very elegant and sparkly
Wore this for a New Year's Eve party and was not disappointed!! Loved how shimmery the sequins were! Definitely fit my waistline very snugly, there wasn't a lot of give there or extra room for eating and drinking (perhaps the small would have been a better choice for me personally, although then it might have been too long), but it was worth it!
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Gold Cecilia Maxi Skirt
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Stunning
This necklace was GORGEOUS, I wore it to a masquerade party. I was honestly a little nervous that the gems weren't going to be big enough, because I was looking for a really big statement piece, but it was absolutely perfect. Very big and sparkly, it shone beautifully in the light and totally completed the look I was going for. I wore it with the Badgley Mischka "Screen Siren" gown, Kenneth Jay Lane "Clear Drop" earrings, Lulu Frost "Gold Drift" cuff, Elizabeth Cole "Crystal Navette Bloom" ring, and Kenneth Jay Lane "Polished Crystal" ring.
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Falling Teardrops Necklace
RJ Graziano
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful piece of "bling"
Loved how big and sparkly it was, this piece really stands out! Wore with the Elizabeth Cole "Crystal Navette Bloom" ring, Kenneth Jay Lane "Clear Drop" earrings, Lulu Frost "Gold Drift" cuff, and RJ Graziano "Falling Teardrops" necklace and the Badgley Mischka "Screen Siren" gown
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Polished Crystal Ring
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Statement piece
Gorgeous. I was worried it might be too big and slide around or catch on things, but it was absolutely perfect. Very sparkly, caught the light and everyone's eye beautifully.
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Crystal Navette Bloom Ring
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
I felt like an Oscar
This was the most perfect dress for my 30th birthday masquerade party. Very glitzy and glamorous, definitely a showstopper, like wearing liquid gold. I got so many compliments all night long. I normally get the shorter length when it comes to gowns, however previous reviews had said the petite was too short so I had gotten the regular length. I have to admit it was a bit long, even with 5" heels.
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Screen Siren Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34C
Classic and elegant
I rented this dress for my best friend's wedding rehearsal/luncheon. I had originally ordered the XS (I like things VERY tight) but only the small was available. Still, the small fit beautifully, the fabric is heavy but stretchy and hugs in all of the right places. I was worried it might be too long, as I'm a bit on the shorter side, but it looked perfect, exactly what I wanted.
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Dark Refined Flutter Dress
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
The color and the fabric are truly stunning
I wore this dress to a welcome cocktail party for my best friend's wedding in Scotland. I had ordered a 2R, however it was unavailable so I received the 0R instead. It definitely does run a bit big, as it was looser in some places than I was expecting, particularly the waist and bust. That being said, it was still a showstopper, I received SO many compliments. The fabric is so flowy and luxurious, it moves flowingly and flawlessly as you walk. Also, the color definitely makes you stand out! And, depending on your bust size, the deep V neck is elegant, there wasn't too much cleavage showing. Of note, I didn't realize based on the picture of the model that there is a slit up the front, however it doesn't go too high.
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Bianca Gown
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C