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Cropped
Too short, even when sized up
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Half Zip Up Cable Knit Sweater
English Factory
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34DD
Not for tall people
This was too short for a public appearance, and I’m 5’9”.
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Henley Knit Dress
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Weird proportions
This dress was oddly cut. The straps needed to be longer, the back needed to be tighter... I won't rent again, which is too bad, because the concept is good. I usually fit a standard 8-10, and while this did fit, it wasn't flattering.
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Edna Back Tied Dress
Line + Dot
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Great work dress
Lightweight, pretty detailing, size up if in between sizes.
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Dinan Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
The Color!
Wore this to a black tie Florida wedding and loved it. I went with the larger size for a slightly less restrictive feeling, and the Long worked perfectly for a5'9" person in 3" heels.
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Davina Gown
Black Halo
Size Worn: 10L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Work from home look
VERY comfortable, easy jumpsuit that even works for tall girls (5'9"). Wish the colors were more flattering, but loved wearing it in a casual setting!
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Memphis Boyfriend Jumpsuit
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Loved these!
I'm in between sizes (went to the TB website to check their legging size chart) and got the large. It's loose- good for lounging but I wouldn't run in them. I'll be trying the medium next time! Like other reviewers said, these are really comfortable.
Floral Print Leggings
Tory Sport
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
So big!
Wow, I'm a M/L and this runs LARGE. It wasn't cutely oversized, it was awkwardly so.
Fritz Sweater
Jason Wu
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Just ok
Cute colors and lightweight, but a little itchy and very wide. I could make it work, but wished it was a little slimmer.
Striped Sylvia Sweater
Paper Crown
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Not a winner
Loved the look of this dress and liked the fit (I'm an 8/10, and the 10 was form-fitting, so size up 1-2 sizes), but had two complaints: the buttons are a pain and there's no zipper, and the central slit was so high! I'm 5'9" and wouldn't recommend this dress for anyone my height or taller.
Cybill Dress
Reformation
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Loved it!
I loved this when it came out and rented it to try it on for an upcoming summer event. Glad I did- it fit everywhere but the bust. I could squeeze in, it just wasn't overly flattering in person. I'll try for a 10! If you are curvy and in between sizes, choose the larger size.
Kerala Maxi
Nicholas
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Good potential but so big!
A cute athliesure pullover, but I'm usually between a M and L and was swimming in the L. I'm wondering if the M would fit me like the model, but I might have to size down even further. Another note- you definitely should plan to wear a shirt under this for comfort's sake. It's more outer layer than comfy sweatshirt.
Chalet Faux Sherpa Quarter Zip
ALALA
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Stay at home style ;)
Fit is a little big for someone who usually wears a medium/ large, but I probably wouldn't go any smaller. I like the way this hangs. It's comfy and has great details. So easy!
Horse And Carriage Sweater Dress
Coach
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Almost cute
Pros: warm, stylish Cons: cut a little too short and too wide to be flattering. Wanted to love it, wore it because it was stylish enough, but won't be renting again.
Reese Sweater
Maison de Papillon
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Great top
This is a high quality chambray top. I would consider buying it because the fabric is soft and it adds just the right amount fun detail to a classic, wear-everywhere piece, but the L is too big for someone who is usually a M/L. The shoulders fit, but there is significant room in the body. Definitely more of a drapey option.
Luce Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Great for a fall day
I'm an 8/10, M/L that usually swings to the larger size if anything is fitted due to some hip and butt curves, and the L fit great. It wasn't the most flattering, but I got compliments and it was surprisingly warm and soft and perfect for a 50 degree day. Loved the sleeves!
Roxanne Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Didn't wear
This was a cute dress but I'm an 8/10 and the L was too form fitting for work. I may rent again as a cute weekend dress, but I like to size up for work or general comfort.
Multi Green Floral Dress
See by Chloé
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute skirt, tight waist
This is a flattering fall skirt and it was great for work. The only downside is that I could barely button it at my waist. This falls a little on the small side, so you may want to size up if you are in between sizes and curvy.
Green Owen Twill A-Line Skirt
Tibi
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Interesting...
Pros: great color, warm fabric for fall, work appropriate but a little fun with the slit, pockets! Cons: this feels very 80's, and it's partially my fault for ordering the larger size and belting it, but that's the size that was available. It was much too big and I could have gone down one-two sizes comfortably in the waist, but maybe only one in the hips. I felt a little odd in it, but made it work.
Burgundy Plaid Midi Dress
sita murt
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
More interesting than expected
Loved the subtle pattern on this jacket, but did not like the fit. It was masculine and not flattering, and I usually love blazers. Also the button's location didn't do it for me. It looked cool, but that did not translate to looking cool on me.
Cynthia Jacket
Waverly Grey
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Amazing!
This dress was phenomenal! Perfect for a more relaxed, cocktail style wedding in the fall. It was sexy but polished and I wish I could buy it and wear it all the time. Easy, comfortable, no strange undergarments required, and I got soo many compliments.
Printed Bailey V-Neck Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Love this dress!
Beautiful, fun work dress! Tory Burch does it again, this is flowy and flattering. I'm between an 8 and 10 and the 8 fit like it was supposed to. Only cons- it's a little heavy, I sort of regret wearing it on an 80 degree day. But it was so cute I didn't really mind. Also, the patches spell out "poetry of things" randomly on the dress and the "of things" fell right on the side of my butt. My boyfriend commented that I had words on my butt. This is not a deterrent, it was just worth noting, in case a noticeable print isn't your thing.
Floral Printed Cora Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Very cute, but a little tricky
This dress looks gorgeous on, so polished and well fitted. But it loses a star because of very noticeable bra straps. I wore a camisole, but that detracted from the look, and even a bra that matches your skin tone would be visible, thus ruining the professional look of the dress. It's fussy. Also, I'm in between an 8 and 10 and the 10 is tight- this runs small. I like it, but it could be better.
Navy Blouson Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
So conservative!
This print is great and the dress is comfortable, but the all of the cut/ shape factors together (including the longer sleeves) make for a very conservative look. Which is fine, but my boyfriend said I looked matronly, even with the fun print. Probably won't rent again.
Sine Dress
Just Female
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Just ok summer dress
This dress is light and flowy, but it was really just meh. The base color was a little too close to my skin tone, and the cut and height of the waste reminded me of a maternity dress. I probably won't rent again, but it was good enough that I wore it in to work. Fits true to size, sizing up would have worked but not sizing down.
Andrinna Dress
Equipment
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Fun pants!
Loved these pants- perfect for a cooler day in summer. They are made to run a little short, so I wouldn't recommend them for someone over 5 '8", and they do run tight around the thighs and butt. I'm between sizes and I sized up and even that borderlines on being too tight. I didn't notice the belt in the bag, but loved them without it!
Striped Molly Pants
Rebecca Minkoff
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Retro cute
This dress surprised me when I received it, the fabric was shimmery! It's hard to tell in photos, but it shimmers ever so slightly. It's true to size, and I had to pin the front so that it was work appropriate for a 34 D, but it was cute for summer. Felt a little too vintage, but the pattern and shimmery fabric helped make it more current.
Printed Day Dress
Jason Wu Collection
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Pretty work top
This is a beautiful top, the only cons are that the neck and arm holes are small and a little uncomfortable. I may still rent it again though if needed.
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Asymmetric Crepe Top
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 34D
Polished summer pants for work!
These were great white pants- not see through, well structured, didn't wrinkle easily. Also loved the textured look of the fabric. I'm in between an 8 and 10 in pants because I have a larger butt/thighs, and these fit true to size- I wore the 8, but they were on the tight (yet manageable) side.
White North Beach Pants
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Pretty details, odd fit
Beautiful fabric and lace details, but another odd fit for Kate Spade shirt dresses. This has an oddly high waistline that's loose in the front and reminds me more of a babydoll dress than anything else. Great if you are tall/have a long torso and that's what you want, but I probably won't rent again.
Black Botanical Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Such a hit!
This dress got soo many compliments. It was fun to dance in, and was relatively comfortable. It doesn't get five stars because it was thin and not overly forgiving, it wrinkled easily, and even though I wanted to go bra-less, the fabric showed everything and I needed a sticky bra just to protect in case of cold weather. But it was such a knockout that my boyfriend talked about buying it for me if I find an occasion to wear it again. Also, runs a little small. If you move between two sizes and are curvy, pick the higher size or even size up.
Cherry Red Cassandra Dress
Reformation
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Love this dress!
Great shirtdress- the extra length adds a little more professionalism. The only negative is that the belt is attached in the back, which makes it a little trickier to adjust. Not a huge issue, though. Will rent again!
Long Shirt Dress
RACHEL ROY COLLECTION
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Didn't wear it
Probably should have gotten a large, but it was high cut and showed some stomach at the twist in front and it was obvious that there was a snap to pin it at the chest and that looked tacky. Just wasn't the look I was going for.
Andi Top
HEARTLOOM
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Really cute!
This dress is adorable! It fits true to size but the buttons were a little stretched across my chest (34D). No biggie, I just could push my shoulders back to the extreme. Other notes: the last button on the dress is oddly high up- see where I'm pointing in the photo. I'm 5'9" and if it was any higher, I would have needed to pin it for decency. Also, the embroidery is a bright pink (thought it was red), which is nice too. Will probably rent again, but may size up for a little extra chest room.
Check Eyelet Shirtdress
Draper James
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Just ok
I'm a big fan of this type of dress, but unfortunately this Kate Spade piece didn't fit my body type as well as Tory Burch dresses. Whether the torso was cut short or just couldn't accommodate a larger chest, the band that should have been at my waist was resting way too high and it made the dress look odd and made lifting my arms up difficult. I won't be renting again
Crescent Shirtdress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute, flowy dress
A standard, chic dress for when you just want to pull something comfy on that still looks a bit polished. I didn't notice the sleeve details prior to renting, but they have shear panels that extend up until the biceps. It's a nice tough to liven up a pretty basic dress. A great neutral piece thought! I was also very happy that I sized down and got a medium- fit perfect. Someone also had already safety pinned the neckline to make it more work appropriate, and I just left that in :)
Burgundy Mixed Media Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Sooo cute, but runs small on curvy people
I love this dress! It's comfortable, summery, and so cute! But I got an 8 (I'm either an 8or 10) and it's great on top but tight and pulling across the butt and thighs. If you have lower body curves like I do, I'd size up for fit and comfort. I'll definitely rent this again, just in a 10.
Stripe Seersucker Shirtdress
Jason Wu
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Great pants!
I've been scared to rent pants because pant shopping is always a nightmare- I'm a combo of size 10 thighs, hips, and butt with a size 8 waist and few things fit. But these are amazing! They've got a stretch and great structure. I selected the larger of my two standard sizes and it worked perfectly! Love these.
Paisley Skinny Pant
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
So cute!
Wore this to a bridal shower and it was perfect- cute pattern, lovely a line skirt, a fitted top, and fun sleeves. The top was a little tight, but mainly it fit like a glove (on someone who's between an 8 and a 10). There was a bit of a deep v, but it was great at a party. I chose not to wear it to work.
Lips Crepe Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful dress, odd construction
This dress fit perfectly and was true to size, even across my chest. It was a lovely, vibrant pattern and the swingy skirt was quite fun. A few oddities though that kept this from 5 stars: 1) large distances between buttons- I've got it safety pinned because the gap falls in the most inconvenient spot. 2) the weird hip ruffles that you get instead of pockets. They are super unflattering and I tucked them under the whole day for a better silhouette- thus the slimmer main photo. I still really like the dress, but it has some style issues
Floral Long Sleeve Shirtdress
Marni
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34D