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Pretty and pretty short
Perfect for a gold-themed wedding. I did wear tights underneath so I could dance without worrying about it riding up and showing off my booty. It was short and tight...as advertised!
Rose Mist Sheath
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful! And long
Perfect for an outdoor wedding on a farm in June, but definitely too long for flats - make sure you have some platform wedges.
Painted Petals Maxi Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty dress, tight around the ribs and long
This was a pretty dress that I got a lot of compliments on but it wasn't entirely comfortable. With heeled boots I was still tripping over it and then it was tight enough in the ribs to restrict breathing and dancing. Good value for the price though...back is open so consider a backless bra.
Calloway Lace Maxi
The Jetset Diaries
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Totally fine but not very special
You'll need a strapless bra. Otherwise it was comfy and colorful and looked nice, especially the drape in the back, but ultimately pretty forgettable.
Paradiso Dress
Badgley Mischka
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wish I could buy it!
Loved this dress! It was comfy, flattering, fashionable, functionable, funky and flirty. I ended up wearing it twice on my vacation and for so many compliments. I never wanted to take it off and wish I could have taken it home!
Pink Nieves Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful but unwearable
The drapes of this dress is very pretty, but the top straps are way too long. Even with ample dress tape and tying one of the straps in a knot it was falling down all day. But then around the ribs it was so tight I had to leave it unhooked and it was such a short crossover in the front that ever time the wind blew I had to grab hold of it for fear of flashing everyone. Just not proportioned well, and I ended up having to go home to change half way through the day to something more functional and enjoyable.
Pink Evie Maxi
Nicholas
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Not very flattering or well-fitted
Wore this to celebrate the first year anniversary of my company. Didn't even get a great photo of it, because honestly it didn't look that great. Hiking it up enough to cover my boobs and fit my hips gave me a camel toe, so I left it low and had to put a jacket over it to cover it all night long. If you are short and curvy you MUST wear heels with the short legs or you look even shorter. Would not rent again or recommend.
Charlie Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Super fun party dress, tight in the sleeves.
Wore this a the murder victim in my own Clue-themed birthday party because I loved its equal parts gothic and frolic! Such a fun party dress, everyone loved it. Be prepared for tight and itchy sleeves.
Green Ivy Lace Gown
Christian Pellizzari
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wore these to the White House Christmas party!
Loved them! Just a bit heavy for a long night.
Blush Pave Stone Hoop Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wore to the White House Christmas party! Fun and festive!
I thought it looked more pink online but it was really more gold. Loved it though. Comfy fit and festive sparkles were just right for a holiday party at the White House. The sequins will get stuck in fish nets, and some dress tape would help keep the top and straps in place. Would rent again!
Fifth Avenue Showstopper Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Did the job for working a red carpet.
Needed something conservative, functional, and yet fashionable to work a red carpet, and this did the trick. The best part was I could actually wear a razed back bra under, underwear since it was loose at the waist, and could add a belt for my walk or talkie. Worst part was that it was too long, so I had to work 8 hours on my feet in heels and even then I was tripping over the hem. Get tall heels or hem tape. Many folks liked it and I did as well, but I wish the collar was even more dramatic.
Black Ruffle Giana Gown
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Bigger than I thought but beautiful.
Beautiful, but a bit bigger than I exited which made them heavier than I wanted for a long night working a red carpet.
Bacall Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Smaller and bluer than I thought.
Thought these were bigger and black but they were smaller than I thought and more of a dusky blue color that didn't really go with my black dress, but at least being small and more neutral they weren't a distraction either.
Black Diamond Fancy That Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Worked a red carpet event and was complimented by the stars!
Love love loved this dress and would rent it again. It was perfect, flattering, and appropriate to wear to a black tie work event. I could even wear flats in it to work a red carpet all night. It's snug, so you'll need a sticky bra and to go commando, but it was worth it when Debbie Allen complimented me!
Blue Artico Kate Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 38R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
This fun and flirty dress was perfect to wear wineries in Sonoma.
I normally wear a 2 but it was pretty snug so I ended up being more comfortable in the 4.
Lilac Leonie Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wind at the winery's blew this beautiful dress around like a dream.
The neck fits SUPER tight...but if you go a size up the top is too big. So just be prepared to be uncomfy and don't plan to be too active in it.
Porcelain Picnic Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Many a compliment all night.
Ran a little snug so i wore the 4 instead of my usual 2. Got a lot of compliments.
Floral Frame Sheath
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Classy and classic for wine tasting in Sonoma!
Loved this dress! Wore in Sonoma for a day of wine tasting. It was adorable, classy, and fit to a T. Got a lot of compliments, was comfortable, and felt like a million bucks, especially when I twirled!
Catch the Wind Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Casual and classic for wine tasting.
More casual than I would usually rent, but perfect for a day of wine tasting in Sonoma. Casual and classy, it was a perfect fit, super comfy, and was fine for outside in the vineyards and inside in the tasting rooms. Got lots of compliments.
Bella Maxi
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Flowed like a waterfall on a breezy day.
Beautiful color and flow, but super long, so size down since the fit is loose so you're not dragging it on the ground, and be prepared to wear tall shoes!
Danielle Maxi Dress
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Got compliments everywhere I went!
This was a replacement dress for a dress that didn't show up. I'm glad it didn't! This dress fit me perfectly, was beautiful, comfortable, interesting, elegant, flattering...I got compliments all night at the White House Correspondents Dinner After Party and danced the night away. I could live in this dress!
Falling Roses Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wore this to a NYE party, like the color and shine, but not crazy about the fit.
I liked the color of this dress, a lot, and the sequins gave it a perfect shimmer for a New Years Eve party. What I wasn't crazy about was the fit. It doesn't have a zipper, just pulls on, so it's roomy in the waist which isn't flattering - especially if your hour glass figure is your best asset. I could have worn a smaller size maybe, but then the length would have been perilously short. Be prepared for the sequins to scratch, especially underneath the arms - that was uncomfortable. Overall I wouldn't rent it again.
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Dance Off Mini
Robert Rodriguez Collection
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wore this to the White House Christmas party, got lots of compliments!
Everyone is right, this dress runs WAY small. Definitely order at least 2 sizes up. I usually wear a 2 and ordered a 4 and a 6. I wore the 6, but honestly I probably could have even rocked an 8. It was a bit short for a formal work event so I rocked tights under and it was fine, and the sleeves are a bit itchy - but a very pretty color and it worked just fine for a formal holiday affair.
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A Little Blush Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice plum color for a fall wedding.
I usually wear a 2 but wore a 4 in this dress, it was really tight - especially the sleeves and chest. But then the waist wasn't as fitted which was a little odd. The lace fabric chaffed a bit in the tights spots and was itchy, and because of the lace sleeves it was pretty cold. I ended up wearing a cape over it all night to keep warm so I didn't get to show it off much. A pretty color and dress, though.
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Such A Duchess Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Nailed the roaring 20's theme with this Gatsby-esque dress.
I wore this to a 20's themed birthday party. It fit the theme really well, but I probably wouldn't wear it to a normal party. The fit was just kind of frumpy around the waist and not that flattering. The sequins aged it but then the skirt length youthened it so it was a strange combination and just didn't quite make the cut.
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Like To Party Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
This dress didn't work - wonky unflattering fit.
The reviews are right, you have to order this way bigger than your usual size. I usually wear a 2 and wore the 8. But even then the size is inconsistent. It was super tight around the ribs but then way too loose in the chest and straps. I ended taping a lot of the top down just so it wouldn't fall off but then my boobs were awkwardly exposed and squished flat, which wasn't flattering. I wouldn't order this dress again or recommend it.
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Lime Brushstroke Dress
Matthew Williamson
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
beautiful and classic!
Loved the way it's simple sparkle and sheen topped of my elegant cocktail look.
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Victorian Crystal Statement Necklace
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
When my boyfriend saw me he said, "Ouooooga!"
A beautiful and class dress that got many a compliment, but do be prepared to phone a friend to help you into those sleeves...they are seriously tight!
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Lace Slide Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
My boyfriend's reaction: "Can I buy that dress for you?"
Super sexy dress, perfectly fitted and flattering for a lady with curves. If you love your hour glass figure, this is definitely the dress for you. I loved the mesh top as well. All night I felt super confident in my look!
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Riding the Wave Sheath
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
I loved the tulle! It made it fun and flirty and I couldn't resist swishing it on the dance floor!
The fit in the body was fine. The only thing I didn't like were the sleeves which were a bit tight, and limited the range of motion for your arms.
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Time of Your Life Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Fun color and flattering cut. The perfect shimmer for New Years! Got many a compliment.
Fit was just fine. I liked that the shimmer wasn't actually sequins but fabric designed to look like sequins...a little less chintzy.
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Treasure Island Shift
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Loved the dress and got lots of compliments
I usually wear a small (size 2) but wore the extra small in this dress. Hated the look with the belt so just wore it without and still loved the look. Everyone else did, too! The vibrant colors made the dress.
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Mosaic Caftan Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
I wore it to the 2013 Georgia State Society Inaugural Ball
Dress ran large so I couldn't feel comfortable the top wouldn't fall off without a ton of dress tape holding it together. The hem was also way too long so even after buying the tallest platform heels I could find I still had to carry around the dress all night so no one would trip on it/ruin it.
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Forget Me Not Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Wore it for my masquerade birthday ball and looked tres glamorous!
The only con was that the sequins on the cap sleeves dug into my shoulders. It was uncomfy during the evening, especially dancing, and the next day I had angry red scratches in a line down my arm that were ugly and painful for about a week after.
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Silver Sequin Shine Gown
David Meister
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
After shooting in the studio the photographer and I took security and went out into the museum exhibitions to see how people would react. Everyone was staring, whispering, and taking photos with their phone. One girl shouted, "I think that's Reese Witherspoon!"
I modeled as the Smithsonian's "Hope Diamond Barbie" in this gown and the photos turned out beautifully! The dress was extremely flattering and everyone commented on how classy and glamorous I looked.
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Navy Taffeta Ruched Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
All night I was asked to be photographed by several local media, professional photographers and fashion bloggers. I was on a first date so my squeeze couldn't help but be impressed at the splash we made!
Wore this to a Mad Men party and it was a total hit! It was quite snug so be prepared to pour yourself into it if you're hour glassy - but the result is spot on. Very flattering shape! I was complimented and photographed all night - even for some fashion blogs!
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Red Jackie O Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C