Melissa's Reviews
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Cute and multipurpose but very short!!
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Ombre Forest Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Paired with a white midi skirt for a great office look
I was really happy with this top and got a lot of compliments. Even though I have a 36 chest, the buttons did not gape. Someone with a larger chest than me, but the same size might have issues though.
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Sleeveless Button Down Top
Toccin
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Loved it! High quality
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Birds Of Paradise Tommy Beaded Bag
Staud Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Obsessed with this dress
I absolutely adore this dress and it fit well, but I didn't have many uses for it. I work in a conservative office and at 5 ft 8, the dress was just too short to wear for work. It's also a thicker fabric so I wouldn't necessarily recommend it for the south in the summer.
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Risal Dress
Maje
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Great jacket for work. High quality.
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Bodie Dickey Jacket
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Versatile, good quality skirt
I was tempted to keep the skirt because it ended up being very useful throughout the month. I am a size 6/8 but carry my weight in my stomach and 29 was very comfortable.
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Alice Midi Skirt
PISTOLA
Size Worn: 29
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute but the straps are very long and not adjustable.
I liked this dress, but I don't think it was exactly flattering. I wore a shirt underneath to make sure I didn't accidentally flash anyone because the straps kept falling off my shoulders. The Material was good quality, but the fit is kind of boxy. My husband said it look like I was wearing an apron.
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Fresh Table Off-white Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 36D
Obsessed! Wish I could keep
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Vapela Top
Maje
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Easy to wear, liked the adjustable length on the strap
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Cloverbloom Denim Handbag
Maje
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Looks a bit frumpy as a standalone piece, but liked it paired with the vest
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Pink Tweed Shorts
MSGM
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Loved this piece!
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Giacca Sleeveless Jacket
MSGM
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Cute dress, but definitely showed underwear lines. Next size up would have been too big
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Short Sleeve Mini Polo Dress
Toccin
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36D
Gorgeous but too heavy
I loved the look of these earrings and they are very well-made but unfortunately I could not wear because I have stretched out lobes. They were a bit too heavy but not uncomfortable on. When I say they were too heavy I mean they made my earlobe look like it was being stretched further and it wasn't very flattering.
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Fabia Small Statement Earrings
Kendra Scott
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Medium size, very useful purse
The handbag was one of my favorite rentals as you could fit everything you needed for the day easily inside unlike many crossbody purses. I liked that it was convertible from a shoulder bag to crossbody. The leather was fragile and showed a bit of wear. I wanted to keep it but feared it was too delicate for extensive use. The latch on the bag was unique and took me a second to figure out but I liked that it was more secure than the regular type.
Tiramisu Fleming Soft Convertible Shoulder Bag
Tory Burch Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36DD
Adorable spring dress
The dress was so cute and true to size but showed more cleavage than I was comfortable with (since I have a 36DD chest). I was outdoors by the ocean so the breeze also caused a few Marilyn Monroe moments where I almost flashed people. Definitely recommend you avoid wearing the dress on a windy day. The quality and print were awesome though and I'm glad I rented the dress!
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Lemon Blossom Wrap Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36DD
Perfect purse for essentials
I used this bag at a formal wedding and it was very pretty. It was big enough to fit my iPhone lipstick and ID. I'd definitely recommend it!
Pearl Crystal Flower Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36D
Loved these well made earrings!
I wore these earrings with a navy dress to a formal wedding. Although they were a bit heavy, they were not uncomfortable for clip ons. I feel like they exact right size. I was tempted to keep them!
Baroque Pearl Earrings
Oscar de la Renta
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36D
Stunning, classy gown
I rented this dress for a friend's formal wedding. It was beautiful and at 5'8 and 145 lbs, the dress fit perfectly. It was the right length for 3 inch heels. It was comfortable to dance in and the structure hid my not-so flat stomach. I would say that you might have to be pretty well endowed to fill the top out in order to not have it gape. I did not use dress tape and I have a size 36D chest.
Hendricks Gown
Black Halo
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36D
Beautiful dress but needed it in an 8 long
I rented this dress for a wedding but went with another choice bc at 5'8 I was too tall to even wear the gown in flats. I would say somebody at 5'7 could wear with flats. If you want to wear heels, anyone 5'5 and up should getting the dress in a long. Otherwise, it's a gorgeous, well made dress. It was sexy in a classy way. At 5'8 and 145 pounds, a size 8 long would have been perfect. It's definitely true to size.
Navy Flutter Gown
LM Collection
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36D
Pretty feminine print
Although I like the print of this dress, I felt a bit matronly in it. The shape of the top paired with my larger chest size wasn't the most flattering look. However, the quality of the dress was fine. Definitely very light fabric so best for spring and summer.
Blue Petals Shirtdress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 36D
Adorable print
Dress was adorable and reminded me of "Jess" from the new girl. Probably the most compliments I've ever received for a rental that wasn't for an event. So that was flattering. If you're in between sizes, I would size up.
Bee Print Shift Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 36D
Beautiful details
Wore this dress for brunch on vacation in New Orleans. It had beautiful beading and embroidery. I found it to be very true to size. If you're between sizes, I would size down. It was a great length (not too matronly) and the neckline was low but not inappropriate for vacation, brunch etc. Definitely would rent again.
Embroidered Sophia Shift Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 36D
Striking and classy cobalt blue dress
I selected this dress last minute at the Georgetown brick-and-mortar store. As I'm 5 ft 8 and the dress was a 6R, I only needed 2 inch heels. I'm 138 lbs and a 36 D. The size 6 was a great fit. I'd say it runs true to size if not a tad big as I'm usually in between a size 6 and 8. Cons: Didn't completely conceal the weight I carry in my stomach. Also, zipper in back didn't lay completely flat. Overall, though, I received a ton of compliments and would wear again.
Cobalt Sweetheart Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 36D
Perfect for a summer wedding!
I would describe the dress as true to size, although the bodice was pretty fitted. If you are in between sizes, I would size up. The quality of the embroidery was impeccable. The dress was more low-cut than I realized, so keep that in mind if the event is more conservative. As far as length goes, I would recommend the dress for someone tall like me. I'm 5'8" and it hit perfectly but might be too long on someone shorter.
Bloom Bodice Cocktail Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34D
Great, classic dress!
High quality! Really well made dress that works for multiple occasions. I wore it to work with a blazer. Didn't show my midsection which is my problem area. The length worked well with my height.
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Catch the Wind Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34D