Erin's Reviews
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Perfect for Summertime Black Tie Wedding (runs small though!)
I rented this for a black tie wedding in August. I'm usually a size 0 or 2 and even with the UK sizing (look at the size chart!) I ended up wearing a larger size than normal, the 8L which is the US equivalent of a size 4. The smaller size also fit, but the dress is meant to be snug and I went with the larger size so I would be more comfortable eating and dancing. I'm not as used to wearing dresses this snug to events, so it took a few minutes for me to get comfortable -- and I received several compliments! I'm small chested and went bra-less, and still felt totally supported, because she's snug. I'm 5'8, almost 5'9 and the slit height was just right. I wore this with ~3 inch heels and the long length was perfect. I felt sophisticated and elegant in this dress and would definitely recommend it for a similar event.
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Darce Gown
Solace London
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Gorgeous for a Summer Rehearsal Dinner on Cape Cod
I LOVE this dress. I would absolutely purchase it. I received so many compliments and felt beautiful. I wore a U shaped sticky bra to enhance the look (I'm a small chested girlie) but could have probably skipped a bra too. The material is lovely and it draped nicely. I felt elegant and it was perfect for the occasion. I ordered a size 0 and a size 2 -- the 2 ended up being unavailable, but I would have gone with the 0 anyway. The size 0 fit great. I'm ~130 lbs and usually a size 0 or 2. I'm 5'8, almost 5'9 and the length was perfect with 3 inch(ish) block heels.
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Floral Gown
Les Reveries
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Loved this dress!
I rented this for a New Year’s Day wedding and unfortunately, my boyfriend got sick so we were not able to attend the wedding. However, we decided to spend NYE wearing the outfits we planned and this dress was great! I’m 5’8” and the 2R was the perfect length. This dress was pretty comfortable and I felt elegant wearing it. I would definitely rent this again - I’d love to wear it out of the house!
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Strapless Sylvia Gown
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A
Show stopper!
Absolutely loved this dress. I felt like a goddess and received so many compliments all night long! I would absolutely rent this dress again and am even considering purchasing it. Highly recommend you rent it! A few tips that I read in other reviews that helped: - I used double sided tape to ensure the top stayed in place with the deep v cut - The front slit is very high, so I used several safety pins on the top 4-5 inches to get a bit more coverage and that worked perfectly. - I wore pasties in place of a bra, but I’m smaller up top and probably could’ve skipped the pasties too - I’m 5’8 and 130 lbs and the XS fit perfectly I was worried the color wouldn’t work with my complexion, I thought it appeared more gold in some photos, but it’s a lovely deep peach and it was beautiful!
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Mia Dress
BAOBAB
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Tea Party Bridal Shower Dress
This dress was the perfect style for a tea party bridal shower in the summertime. Overall, the dress is cute, but the fit was kind of strange. It seemed like I could try and wear a regular bra, but as you can see in the group photo above, the dress was a bit droopy up top and sadly, my bra was exposed. If you're comfortable going braless, this might be better for you. Also, when I sat down it bunched in an unflattering way. Not a huge deal, but worth a heads up.
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Sophia Midi Dress
Cleobella
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Beautiful color, comfortable dress for a black-tie wedding
I received several compliments on the color and simple elegance of this dress. It's comfortable and the color is beautiful. Also, it has pockets (I didn't use them, but definitely nice to have). I was able to comfortably eat and dance all night! I loved the skirt of this dress, it twirled very nicely when I danced and I felt elegant. Fit: I'm 5'8 and I typically wear a size 2 or sometimes 0 in dress/jeans. I have long legs and a longer torso. I wore this with 3 inch heels. The 2 was too big, but the 0 fit better. I wish the straps were adjustable or just a tad shorter. Some people might be able to wear this with a regular strapless bra, but due to the dress straps being a bit too long, I ended up wearing a sticky bra to avoid a bra band showing in the back. I ended up cutting that sticky bra a tiny bit in the front, so I didn't have to worry about the sticky bra popping out all night. I would recommend this dress and would definitely wear it again!
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Green Birdie Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Didn't wear- chest too exposed
Wanted this to work because the dress is so pretty and delicate. The chest is very low cut though and there was no way I could've worn it without a shirt underneath, which would've looked weird, in my opinion. FYI- I'm smaller chested, so not sure if this would've worked out better for someone with a larger chest.
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Kacey Dress
Reformation
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34A
Perfect for a black-tie wedding
I wore this dress after replacements were sent bc my 1st choice was MIA. RTR was accommodating despite this frustrating situation. RTR made sure I received backups 4 my event & the stylist I spoke to helped me find something else and she was fabulous. The dress- I'm not usually a fan of the lace top style, but I loved this dress when I tried it on. I'm thin and this accentuated my waist and curves- it is a little snug, but that's how I think it's meant to be worn. I felt elegant wearing it.
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Shimmering Element Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34A
Perfect for newlywed brunch
Loved it! For reference; I'm 5'8", 130 lbs, usually a size 2. I felt beautiful in this and am considering purchasing it. Versatile dress, great for spring/summer events
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Floral Cutout Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34A
Bright, fun, and long enough!
I did not end up wearing this to the event, but only because I had another dress that felt more appropriate- (did not want to wear bright coral to someone's bridal shower). The fit is definitely small. I'm typically a size 2 and the size 38 fit me, while the fit was snug. I also had the larger size as a backup, but I preferred the fit of the 38. The snug fit really only impacts the waist and bust and I am smaller in those areas, so I liked the lift the snug fit gave to my chest. The color is pretty, definitely very bright though, brighter than my photo conveys. I would definitely rent this again in the future for a spring or summer party.
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Orange Corie Dress
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Loved the color and the length! I'm 5'8, and the length was great!
I wore this to a friend's bridal shower and I loved it. I'm 5'8", so it's sometimes tough to find a short-length dress that isn't too short to be worn and this was perfect! The color is beautiful. The dress was comfortable and easy. I'm considering purchasing this one.
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Uma Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
This was the perfect dress for a summer wedding at a winery.
I typically wear a size 2, so this was true to size. The straps are adjustable, you just tie them where you want them. I'm smaller chested, so this was fine with a strapless bra- nice and easy! I did add some cutlets for aesthetic, which worked out well for me. I don't typically love midi dresses, but this was cute!
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Dakota Emmie Dress
Reformation
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
LOVE this dress!
I ordered this dress as a last minute backup because my first order of a different dress didn’t fit (including the backup size) and the size needed wasn’t available. I called rtr and they were great about sending me this one overnight. This dress fits like a glove and is so flattering for an hour glass figure. I’m so glad that I ended up with this one, I think it was actually better than my original choice. The color is vibrant and really pops. The dress is stretchy, but definitely tight-fitted. I wore a strapless bra with chicken cutlet inserts for some extra oomph as I have a relatively small chest (32-34B). I decided to go commando to avoid any pantylines, but you could also wear this with a seamless thong. I wore 2-3 inch heels and the long size skimmed the floor at times (I’m 5’8”) and I had to be careful not to step on it when getting up, but it worked/wasn’t in my way. Dress doesn’t have a zipper, so you may need assistance or a few minutes to shimmy into it ;) I would definitely rent this again. It was beautiful and perfect for the formal wedding I attended.
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Red Tally Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 38L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A