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Beautiful fabric & cut but just couldn't make it work for me
Size was right everywhere but the tiny snap closure was barely threaded on when I got it. Had an impossible time trying to make it stay closed and be a little more modest for a professional event. Obviously someone else had this issue as there was still a good amount of body tape on it!
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Floral Printed Eliza Dress
MISA Los Angeles
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38D
Boxy, disproportionate, runs big
The shoulder pads were um, significant. The sleeve length was too long, the tie and button closure for the skirt was so not helpful. And the material is matte and not it was just weird weird weird.
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Callen Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38D
Classic but not exciting
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Thalneia Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38D
Sparkly! The neckline was meh ...
It is super sparkly and festive. I'm not sure why I didn't love the neckline (sorry I didn't get a picture). It wasn't quite mock - just kinda hit me at a weird spot. Comfy and material was enough to cover spots & not have to wear spanx (material isn't thick per se but with the sparkles and type of fabric, it helped!)
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Ruched Front Top
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38D
Love! Dress up or down!
True to size overall. It was a little roomy in the waist and thighs. Option to pin the neckline too. Dressed up with heels and down with sneakers! I loved this one. Fabric was perfect for mid-60s and a light jacket/wrap helped the evening temperature drop.
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Wrap Waist Romper
Club Monaco
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful color, hem is weird
Bright color. The hem part hit me a little off and flared out - I lept trying to smooth it down to no avail. Not sure anyone else noticed but I did. It fit tightly around the chest. I wore a u-bra which was perfect.
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Yellow Cutout Mini Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 50
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 38D
Loved these - perfect size
I loved these & wish I could’ve bought them. Perfect size in my opinion (as pictured). Versatile for dressing up or down!
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Small Lily Earrings
Lele Sadoughi
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38D
Fun details but short in length
This fit well (slightly on the small side). The material is sweater-y and not jersey like (it was a little hard for me to discern on the pictures). It was too short for me to wear comfortably but I could've done it with tights, I think. I liked the fringe details. It would be appropriate for work or a weekend/everyday, I think -- again, it was short on me and i'm 5'4''.
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Frankie Knit Dress
FINDERS KEEPERS
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Love! Stretchy! True to size
Stretchy! The gold = sequins. Perfect for the fanciest holiday party. Slight puff shoulder sleeve. I am 5'4'' and wore 12L only because a 12R wasn't available. The 12L worked with my platform heels. Super fun and beautiful. Stunning!
One Shoulder Velvet Sequin Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 12L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Classic, structured, great fabric
It is thick fabric but has stretch. Curve-hugging but nothing too tight for a conservative work event.
Evan Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Versatile, luxurious, runs very big!
I loved this dress so much and wore it to different events -- LA days, East Coast summer days to dinners. It ran really big but still was doable. I though the boxy and lack of structure would make me look and feel too heavy but I felt like it was still flattering. Will definitely rent again.
Juna Maxi
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Runs small & no stretch at all!
Stitch Colorblock Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful - size up!
This is one of my favorite RTR items! It was classy yet sexy and edgy. I wore it for date nite, for my birthday dinner, for a party ... dark jeans, black pants, and stiletto booties. I wore a size 16 and it was perfect -- I've never worn this designer but it was perfect. I'm 38D and usually a 12-14 in tops. I wish I could've bought it!
Floral Asymmetric Blouse
Peter Pilotto
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Classic, flattering, unique, ran big
I loved this dress. It ran big but it wasn't too shifty/boxy. The details are unique and fun but still very classic and conservative. It looked a little low cut on the pictures but i was still very comfortable with it and i am 38DD.
Covelo Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Classic, fun, warm but runs big!
Size down -- I sized up thinking I needed more room for bulky sweaters -- but this ran way big. I made it work though! I loved it and it was so warm!
Pink Cocoon Coat
J.Crew
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful color but so-so
Loved the color. Dress was super comfortable/stretchy (needed Spanx still - whoops). Dress was more like jersey material - i thought i saw sheen in the picture but no. Arm holes were big and a little awkward on me. Nice dress but not impressive at all. True to size.
Ruffle Waist Sheath
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Loved it! So versatile!
I wore this over and over. I wish I could've bought it. It was true to size. The color is beautiful. I didn't find it too short - I'm 5'4'' and you can see with heels it wasn't too short. I wore it to work (and I work in a conservative environment) and a work reception in a sea of black suits as well as to a beautiful Malibu ranch wedding (when my other RTR didn't work out). It had a little stretch. It would be perfect for a night out too. It has a little sheen to the fabric but not at all over the top or toooooo fancy. Loved it! True to Trina Turk sizing.
Encantader Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
So awkward.
I can't even put into words how awkward this Top was - I had to keep looking at the picture to figure out what it was supposed to look like. The shoulders definitely didn't stay on my shoulders. And it was short but not like a crop. The colors are pretty. But it's super sheer. I couldn't even take a decent pic for y'all!
Striped Savannah Top
Saylor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Lovely color, true to size, fabric is meh ...
I loved the color of this dress but the material feels thin and didn't feel as dressy/formal as i envisioned (i hope that makes sense). And the material has a little texture to it. The ruffle was fun! And it was true to size.
Blue Crescent Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful dress, runs large
I loved this dress and the material is airy and breezy. I felt comfortable wearing it to a work event (grabbed the white shawl for inside). But the elastic waistband wasn't particularly flattering on me. Otherwise, I would recommend it!
Jerelle Dress
Joie
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Thick fabric, classy design
I would've liked this to be a little more form fitting but felt the size was true and worked for me. It was a good weight fabric for the winter. Paired easily with boots and heels too.
Blue Polly Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Luxe fabric, true to size
I loved this dress. It had a little stretch and was form fitting but still appropriate to wear to a professional event -- length too. I paired with snakeskin heels. It wasn't too low cut for me but I could see for a more busty woman, it could be more showy. The fabric felt luxe too!
Moss Green Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
True to size, cleavage adjustable
I loved this so much I bought it! It was cropped but just barely on my longer torso 5'4" frame. At first I felt like it showed too much cleavage (in the picture) so I ended up pinning it closed. I was also able to keep tucking/pulling it closed until I got a pin. But ultimately, for a fun weekend with friends, the cleavage part wasn't tooooo showy. I even liked the length of the tie.
Gingham Arietta Top
Habitual
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Amazing color and fabric but small in the chest
As you can see, it runs small in the chest. I'm a 36DD/38D. It was otherwise a great fabric and the blue really popped. I was able to use some fashion tape to close it but it didn't stay very well. I think if I sized up it would've been too big everywhere else.
Cobalt Allen Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Form fitting but work appropriate
Loved this dress -- classy yet added something new. At first the material felt thing but it was nice to be able to move around. I did wear spanx but didn't have to, I suppose. It ended up being negligible but it did run on the bigger side in my opinion. I'm thinking about buying it! Went well with a suit jacket but didn't feel self-conscious wearing it without.
White Tie Knot Keyhole Dress
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Amazing fit, fabric, length
One of my favorite RTR designers! The fabric is the scuba material and hugs curves but is thick enough to hide imperfections. I wore spanx but didn't have to, I suppose. I'm slouching (booo) in this picture but you can see the length is perfect. I loved this dress and felt amazing in it. I was able to wear a strapless bra without a problem. The off the shoulder stayed put for me but I'm broad shouldered so ... and the color is perfect! Rent away!
Cobalt Maeli Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 48R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Runs small throughout
As others said, this is snug. I recommend sizing up! It was short but with a size up it would've been appropriate for a party!
Soleil Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Top is very revealing/low cut
This dress is beautiful and full/balanced skirted bottom but the top is WAY too revealing/low cut for me (38DD).
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Onyx Cocktail Dress
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36DDD/E
Runs large! Not fitted at all
This was really weird and baggy on me. Maybe renting a size smaller would've helped of course but it fit in the shoulders but didn't help my shape at all. Too long for my liking as well, especially with the side. Pretty pattern though!
Angeles A-Line Dress
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful and versatile
I loved these! They went with several outfits and I didn't find them too heavy (I wore them about 5 hours at a time). Would rent again!
Byzantine Earrings
Ben-Amun
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D
Very pretty and flattering
14 was the perfect size for me and it was a little tight in the chest but it was flattering I think. I enjoyed wearing it and I think it looked good with my skin tone. It was a very hot day and I didn't wear Spanx and it was still ok and forgiving. It hid my side/bra/breast fat too.
Lace Sierra Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38D
Absolutely perfect!
I am 38D/DD, 165lbs, 5'4'' and usually wear a 12 but I felt much better in the 14. You have to wear a low back bra (I bought the strap thing from RTR what pulls your strap down in the back and it worked perfectly). It fit so well and wasn't too revealing for me. I loved it!
Scalloped Empire Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 38D