Machele's Reviews
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The most versatile maternity piece I rented.
Loved it so much, I considered buying it. The material is soft, stretchy, supportive, and smoothing - aka, the holy grail when you are expecting. I rented this towards the end of my pregnancy and wore it a few times. It even washed up beautifully and easily (wash on cold, hang to dry, didn't even need to steam is!). Paired great with heels for a night out, and just as well with flat mules for a day at the museum. If you are thinking about renting it, do it.
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Grayson Maternity Dress
Isabella Oliver
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Showing wear
In theory - this was a great dress. The sleeves can be worn on or off the shoulders, and the adjustable tie at the bust is a welcome change so you can find the right fit. However, the seams around the slit and hem were twisted. Even when ironing/steaming, I was unable to get them to lay flat. This cheapened the overall appearance of the dress, so I chose to send it back unworn.
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Honey Bun Maternity Tie Dress
Show Me Your Mumu
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Flattering and versatile
I've rented this twice now, in my standard XS at 24 weeks pregnant, and I sized up to the S at 28 weeks pregnant. The cut is flattering and versatile, I wore it to dinner and a show both times. If you are busty, it is a bit restrictive (flattens you from the side) but looks great from the front. Material is thick enough to be smoothing, but still soft, comfortable and stretchy. Would definitely recommend, and will likely rent again to pair with boots and a long cardigan.
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Demi Maternity Tank Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Flowy and comfortable!
Loved the easy effortless vibe of this culotte romper. I am pretty curvy and I had enough space, but it did run a little large in the bust so I would recommend fashion tape. Versatile piece works well dressed up or down and would be great to take on vacation.
Gemma Jumpsuit
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 32D
Flattering asymmetrical fit
The colors of this top seemed more muted in person than they look online. Super versatile piece can be worn casually or at the office. I am a 32DD and the bust was definitely snug, it didn't look unflattering, but wasn't incredibly comfortable, if you are busty, I would recommend sizing up. Paired with booties and skinny jeans for dinner and felt that it was a very flattering assymetrical cut on my petite frame.
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Alvy Top
Bailey 44
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect for spring!
I love Equipment tops and this one didn't disappoint. The cut and material cause it to hang nicely whether left untucked or tucked in. I struggle with most button-ups because I am a true XS with a 32DD bust, and this top did pull a little, but I wouldn't size up in it because it is a relaxed straight fit. The sleeve length was a little longer than most short-sleeve button-ups and this top looked great with skinny jeans and oxfords for an effortless Sunday look.
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Plaid Signature Button Down
Equipment
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect transitional piece!
As others have mentioned, this top is incredibly versatile. I own a lot of Equipment and I think this top ran a little bit smaller - not as oversized as many do, so someone who is a true 0-2 can get away with it without looking like they are playing dress up. The top is a great transitional piece between seasons and can be layered easily. The one that I rented looked like it had been worn a fair amount, the cuff buttons were chipped upon arrival, but I rolled the sleeves and received tons of compliments on my effortless, yet totally put-together look when paired with great heels and simple skinny jeans.
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Contrast Plaid Button Down
Equipment
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Love Unlimited!
This dress is BEAUTIFUL, however, like some other reviewers mentioned, the fit is a little difficult to pull off. I am a true size 0, however, the skirt had no give and was a little snug around my rib cage. The v is quite deep on a petite frame, and the material is beautiful, but it doesn't hide anything up top, so make sure you have some great pasties or creative undergarments.
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Livia Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 32D
Love Unlimited!
Unfortunately, this clutch arrived in poor condition, so I didn't even wear it. There were beads falling off and the red clasp had been scratched considerably. If the clutch had been in better condition, I would have loved to wear it out.
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Fino Fringed Clutch
Kotur
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 32D
Didn't love it.
I received this as my "mystery bling" and unfortunately, it just didn't work. I am a true 0 or XXS-XS dress size, ring size 5-6 and the ring they sent me was a size 8, so there was no way I would have been able to wear it unless I had strangely large hands for my frame. They style was fine, but not anything fun or different than what I already have in my jewelry stash.
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Teagan Ring Set
Gorjana Accessories
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 32D
Great dress for any occasion!
Loved the dress so much that I bought it after renting. It is neoprene, so best worn when it is cold outside, the colors are vibrant and pair well with black or a pop of color. The dress did run large though, I am a true 0 or XS in most brands and the 0 was large, I had to belt it and ended up having the one I purchased taken in so it would fit correctly. As you can see, the dress fell to my knees and I am 5'0 tall.
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Water Collar Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32D
Another great RTR experience!
This is my 2nd Herve Leger rental, and I was not let down. I am pretty curvy and petite so I was worried about the length, but it fell just a tad bit longer on me than it did on the model and hugged my curves in all of the right places. I will say that there was definitely no extra fabric in the arms, but they weren't too tight at all. I did need some help zipping up the XXS, but it fit perfectly once it was one and the material is heavy enough to accentuate your curves while smoothing any imperfections you might be worried about!
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Yacht Cruising Sheath
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: XXS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
RTR always delivers!
This worked out perfectly for my 30th birthday party. I can wear both XXS and XS in Herve Leger and this was a little bit stretched out (especially near the bust by the top of the zipper), but since it is constructed well, it didn't show, it just didn't hug quite as tight as some of his other styles do (which worked out well because I was able to eat and drink as much as I wanted!). I am only 5' tall and the length felt perfect and fell just above my knee and the dress hugged all of my curves in the right way. I will likely rent the grey Herve dress similar to this next.
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Temptation Rising Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
RTR is fantastic, but this dress wasn't a hit.
Unfortunately this dress had a few issues. It looks beautiful on the model and many of the other girls that ordered it, but I am a true 0 and this was too big everywhere. I had excess fabric under my armpits (think dolman style top) and it was too large in the waist and hips. I also struggled with the zipper where it hit the embellishment at the waist as many other renters have noted and the zipper did not lie flat, there were a few bulging areas so I wasn't able to wear it. I think that the dress would have been very flattering if it fit properly, but I definitely think the XS would fit a size 2 better than a 0.
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Such A Tease Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Conservative and Sexy!
This was a backup dress that I ordered for a friend's winter birthday in Vegas and it did not disappoint. I was reluctant to place the order because it didn't look like it had much shape on the model, but when I received it I was thrilled. It wasn't super snug, but the cut was forgiving and very flattering. I went braless and didn't have to worry about a thing, but if you do need to wear a bra then I would recommend buying one that is backless since the cutout is relatively high. The material is a bit thinner than expected, but it didn't show any flaws and the cut gave me a great hourglass shape. This is a dress I wish I owned because I feel that it can be worn for almost any occasion!
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Jetsetter Dolman Dress
Cut 25
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D
Not all it was cracked up to be.
I was really excited to receive this dress for a friends birthday in Vegas in December, but it didn't work for me at all. I typically wear a women's 0 or XXS to XS in dresses and the XS in this dress was far too big everywhere. I am a 32D and normally wear a 24 in jeans, but I am athletic and curvy, not super slim. This dress was at least 2-3" too big in the waist and was not fitted in the bust or hips. I would definitely recommend sizing down and looking for a different option if you are petite. Fortunately I ordered a 2nd dress that worked beautifully, but I was in Vegas for 2 days and this left me scrambling for a last minute option!
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Seeing Ruffle Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 32D