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7.5 months pregnant and it worked
I sized up to a 16 and it fit great on my big bump. People thought it was maternity. I did put a safety pin at the boobs so it wouldn't open up too much when moving around or leaning over. No stretch in the material but the buttons in front were forgiving

Sleeveless Floral Pleated Midi Dress
Eudon Choi x RTR
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Black tie gala while 7.5 months pregnant
I sized up to the largest size and it was great to wear. The ruching and stretch were comfortable and flattering

Black Nasira Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 52R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Runs large. Nice material and pattern
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Navy Pinstripe Blazer
ASHLEY PARK x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
I'm pregnant and there wasn't enough room for 36DDD, even sizing up by 1

Vienna Full Skirt Gown
Dress The Population
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Bunching in fabric around the buttons

Fashion Blazer
Club Monaco
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Loved. Polished and sleek

Collarless Jacket
Rosetta Getty x RTR
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36DD
Nice structure. Winter material

The Phoebe Blazer
Favorite Daughter
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Lightweight, wrinkly, it was OK
Wore it for a date night in hot summer. Was lightweight and even though it was wrinkly the pattern and ruffles hid the wrinkles. I am between S and M and got S and when I clasped the neck button is was less comfortable so I undid it and tucked it away.
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Kyah Ankle Dress
Cleobella
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Thin stretchy material good for summer
Nice patterns and colors. Material was so thin and lightweight. Work with a blazer to work.
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Danae Print Sleeveless Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Flowy, pretty, easy to wear
Loved this dress. I’m between S and M and got a S and it still had room. Nice midi length for a tall girl. Higher neck was modest but so cute.
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Hartford Dress
Splendid
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Loved! Pretty and comfortable
Beautiful lightweight dress. Subtle corset strings in the back let me tighten the chest a little. No bra needed but I did wear a strapless. Comfortable for dancing all night!
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Shirred Tiered Floral Midi Dress
Moon River
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Cool back but thin and see-thru
The front wasn't a standout and the material was sheer with only 2 layers and no lining. I couldn't wear a bra because of the low back (which was beautiful) but with the thin material no bra wasn't going to work.
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Rio Dress
Rixo
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Nice style. When between sizes, sizing down was a little tight.
I'm between S and M and went with a S. The bodice was a little tight so wouldn't be comfortable for my event. Loved the style tho, no bra needed.
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Rose Gown
Dress The Population
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Material at the waist was a little odd
The way the waist had a fold and also a tie felt bulky and busy. I liked the ruffles down the leg, they fell nicely. I saw other people wearing it with a loose blouse for work and think that would've been better than trying with a tight top for vacation. There just was too much material making it feel more formal.
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Floral Wrap Skirt
Eudon Choi x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Pretty pattern. A bit stiff and wrinkly
Fit was true to size. The bottom ruffle which I wanted to be flowy and fun was more stuff and wrinkly unfortunately. I liked it but didn't love it for bringing to a beach vacation
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Faux Wrap Ola Skirt
Shoshanna
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Runs big in chest and skirt
There was a lot of material in the skirt and it hung heavy on the skinny straps. Cool colors and patterns. Might try again in a Small.
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Antonella Dress
CAROLINA K
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Nice blazer
Everything is so oversized lately so I ordered a 4 when I usually wear a 6 and I am glad I did. I think I could've even gone down to a 2. Comfortable. Professional for work.
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Grey Jocelia Blazer
BOSS
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Oversized but still could've sized down
I know oversized is the look but I still felt like I could've sized down and looked a little more normal. Cool color and good pinstripes. The sleeves were easy to roll.
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Oversized Blazer in Pinstripe
Madewell
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Got wrinkly wearing to work
The blouse was large but the sleeves were a little short. It got wrinkly as the day went on.
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Embroidery Detail Top
English Factory
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
So short. Nice pattern
The sweater overall was small but it was just really short too. Paired with high waisted pants but felt like the proportions were off for my outfit. It worked for a casual dinner but didn't love it. Nothing special
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Houndstooth Long Sleeve Sweater
Endless Rose
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Work or going out. Love the fit
I've rented this same dress in multiple patterns and always love it. The flowy skirt is feminine and flattering. Booties and tights for a date night or blazer and boots for work. Highly recommend!
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Dark Floral Thea Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
So elegant, perfect gala gown
Loved this dress! I'm 5'8" and the length was perfect for flats-showed my toes and there was a tiny train that didn't get in the way. Material was stretchy but smooth and expensive looking. The white part adds some fun accent. My event didn't have dancing but if you were raising your arms it might not be ideal since the white isn't fully attached and the 1 sleeve is pinned down.
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One Shoulder Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Great color and fabric, bodice very structured
Felt very glamorous trying this on because of the color (think Greek goddess!). I could've possibly sized down if I wanted the bodice to be really fitted and slimming. The R length was good for flats (I'm 5'8") but if you wanted to wear heels, might need a L length.
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Off The Shoulder Gown
Aidan Mattox
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Nice slit and flowy gown
Pretty and comfortable flowy gown. I ordered an 8 when I normally wear a 6 so it was too big to wear. The length is about 2 inches off the floor and I'm 5'8". Cool slit.
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One Shoulder Ruffle Gown
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Elegant and flattering
Beautiful dress! With the low back it would've been too cold for my winter event but I will rent it again for the spring or summer. I'm 5'8" and the R length was long enough to touch the floor.
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Floral Print Gown
Zac Posen
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Elegant and classy
I ordered an 8L when I usually wear a 6L (I'm 5'8") and it turned out to be true to size and was a little too big to wear. But the material was smooth and structured and elegant and I'll rent it again!
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Navy Lace Sleeve Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Warm oversized flannel
Comfortable and nice patterns. Sizing was really oversized so could size down
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Neat Mixed Plaid Shacket
Munthe
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Fun pattern but overall short and boxy
I liked the pattern and colors but the peplum was a little too short with frills that were curled from overuse.
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Puru Cotton Top
Chufy
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
The pattern change wasn't flattering for my stomach
Wore it to work hiding behind a blazer but trying to wear it on its own the tightness and shift between colors and textures didn't hit my waist right and weren't flattering.

Nathalie Dress
Ulla Johnson
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Thin flowy material
It was a pretty dress that I work with boots to a professional event. Material was thin but flattering and comfortable.
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Maple Cheetah Dress
Rails
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Really thick material
Based on reviews I got a S instead of a M but then because it was so thick it was tight and uncomfortable.
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Two-Tone Crewneck Sweater
Tory Burch
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
High waist worked when wearing the matching blazer
I wore these pants as a suit with the matching blazer. I had to rent a 4 in the pants (normally a 6) but it worked because the clasp was high waisted so got me at my smallest part. The cargo pockets are subtle but a little odd for a suit. Material is thick.
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Pinstripe Cargo Pants
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Nice pattern, fit, and material
I've rented and worn this multiple times to work events. The material is professional and doesn't wrinkle. The fit is perfect - no baggy but enough room to buttton and be comfortable
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Long and Lean Dickey Jacket
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Didn’t love the look of the sleeves
The cuff of the sleeves has a 6inch slit that some might think is a plus making the blazer trendy or different but for me it made the sleeves look big and floppy and less polished.
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Grey Houndstooth Blazer
Jason Wu
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Nice blazer, pretty simple and easy
It runs large. I am wearing a 4 when I usually wear a 6 and I still had room. But for the oversized look it worked. Was lightweight and comfortable but the fabric wasn't wrinkly.
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Jakua Blazer
BOSS
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34DD
Runs big but so fun!
I sized down to a 2 (normally wear 6) based on reviews and there was still plenty of room. I could’ve gone down another size. Wore it for thanksgiving, to work, and to a work holiday party. Was perfect for hiding my eating on Thanksgiving!
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Jewelara Grey Pinstripe Vest
BOSS
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34DD
Thin material held wrinkles
I am 5-8 and the pants were an awkward length and width. They were kinda wrinkly too. The suite overall was OK but the thin material made it feel less professional.
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Hana Plaid Pants
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: 28
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34DD
Cool pattern and great length
Stretchy and comfy and easy to wear. Wore it to work and than transitioned to an after work dinner. I was told I looked Elegant!
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Chevron Maxi Skirt
Rosetta Getty
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34DD
Pretty pattern, light silky material
The tie on the waist is attached at the back for ease. The shirt is comfortable and the neck detail was subtle but nice.
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Floral Top
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34DD
Comfy and cute
You couldn't really tell it was a dress vs a sweater and skirt but it was comfortable and easy to wear. There was a little too much Jean material in the skirt so it came off a little frumpy but I still liked it for a Friendsgiving.
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Hansen Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34DD