Melissa's Reviews
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These earrings were very different than expected. Very large and garish.
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Blue Spliced Globe Earrings
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Channel the royals
I love this dress. I have a few things in LK Bennett, and find that this fits true to size. If you are between sizes, like I am, go for your bigger size, particularly if you need some more room in the skirt. LK Bennett is a brand favored by Kate and this reminded me of the Altuzarra dress Meg wore lately. It's the perfect royal inspired frock. Get your hands on it if you can.
Striped Juliet Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Tight and tacky
Does not drape the way it looks in the picture. Way too tight in the wrong places. Didn't wear.
Foil Gunmetal Sweater
HALSTON
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
DVF not for real women
I think I'm done trying to make DVF work. I always size up so it fits, but then the top of the dress is way too big. She should just leave more room in the skirt so you can wear the size that fits. I'm pear shaped, but not overly so. I think the only people that look good in these dresses are tall skinny models.
Mauve Knit Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Teeny tiny
I love this jacket, but it is teeny tiny. I own and rent a ton of Rebecca Taylor. I am consistently a 2, including blazers. Maybe the occasional 4, or 6 if it's a pencil skirt that fits tightly. I first rented in a 4 after reading reviews. My arms looked like sausages. I rented again in an 8, and it fits. Moral of the story, size up. Like by 3 sizes from your normal size, and you just might like it!
White Lana Tweed Jacket
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Casual elegance
I love this dress. So elegant, but casual enough for everyday work wear. I didn't realize the patches were dark brown instead of black, but I don't have a problem pairing black and brown. Paired with black tights, heels, and black cardigan for work. Also, I think I finally figured out italian sizing. I think in other european sizes, I'm typically a 38, but the 44 R fit me best here.
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Geo Patchwork Dress
Cedric Charlier
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
poorly designed
I've never rented Rachel Zoe, but this is about what I expected - good in theory, bad in execution. The camisole was way too big. The straps were not adjustable, and so I had to pin it so it wouldn't hang below my bra. The shirt fit, but any slight movement of your arms made it seem like you were bursting out of the chest. I suspect that is why many wearers didn't button the buttons. It should not fit this poorly in the chest if other areas fit well. Made it work, but couldn't wait to return to try something else.
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Navy Georgia Lace Top
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Flirty fun
Loved this dress. I'm normally a 4-6 in other brands, but the 6 felt a little snug on me, mostly in the rear as Im pear shaped. Got a lot of compliments and felt beautiful in it. Next time will try an 8 in Saloni. Otherwise beautifully constructed and very flatterinf.
Navy Fern Lexie Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Cozy coat
I love this coat. The color is beautiful and the material warm. It is definity a transitional coat, but perfect when layered with a thin sweater underneath. I like the blazer feel of it as it gives me a professional polish without being too formal.
Green Clairene Coat
Theory
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Gorgeous!
I wore this to the Opera and my date LOVED it. I felt super sexy but also classically beautiful. I'm between a 4 and a 6 in dress sizes and felt totally comfortable in the 6. I didn't feel completely restricted like some of the reviewers have noted, so maybe just size up if you want to be comfortable.
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Scalloped Lace Top
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
sadly small.
this was beautiful, but it runs really small. I'm usually a 36-38 in european sizes, but the 40 was still too snug. Will definitely size up to wear as it was so lovely on.
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Black Kaleidoscope Dress
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
too small
this shirt ran small and couldn't wear it. It was also very heavy. Might try to size up, but suspect the sleeves would overwhelm.
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White Florence Top
AMUR
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Versatile and gorgeous
I LOVE this skirt. I wore it with a black cashmere sweater and leather knee high boots. I got so many compliments. It is elegant and dressy without being too formal. The fabric is a touch unforgiving about flaws, but I found that wearing tights under to provide a smooth foundation really worked.
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Tin Grey Knit Skirt
Jason Wu
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful, but runs very large
I rented a 0, and it was still too large. I am fairly petite, particularly in the shoulders. I think this would be beautiful on someone who has broader shoulders as the material is gorgeous and it has a lovely drape. Just not for tiny me!
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Odessa Tie Jacket
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Gorgeous!
I love this top. It is so elegant - modern with a romantic feel. I am usually at 38, but fairly petite and sized down to a 36 as a few reviewers said it runs large. I wore this top with a pencil skirt and heels. The proportions of it definitely work better tucked in and bloused.
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Snow White Top
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 36
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
GORGEOUS
This was one of my favorite rentals from RTR. It had a structured bodice, which was very flattering. The lace was classic, but the gold color gave it extra sparkle. Couldn't have loved it more.
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Edinburgh Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C
Loved having a midi leather skirt to add some lux to the drab cold weather.
The fit was great. Sometimes I find it hard to find the right top to pair with an elastic waistline, and this was no exception. Ended up going with a collared shirt tucked in and bloused for a breezy feel.
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Grey Leather Midi Skirt
Bagatelle
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34C