Melissa's Reviews
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13 reviews
Didn’t Want to Let It Go!
Would love to own this dress. Wore to my SIL’s bday dinner but wish I could keep it as I would wear it again and again. The fabric is luxurious, length is gray and it has pockets! Wore with boots and felt great in it. Was a little worried about the tie and open back but all good and comfy.
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Fleur Silk Open Back Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 34C
Such High Hopes!
I sized down due to reviews that said these run large but will have to try again 2 sizes down. If I could i would go down 3 sizes. Really cute just really strangely sized. I wear a 4, only sometimes 2 and the 2 was just huge all over.
Pinot Noir Pants
Trina Turk
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 121lbs
Bust: 34C
Wish I Could Keep It!
Wore this a bunch and absolutely loved it. Easy to wear and so much style, really elevated my everyday work wardrobe. Great with pants, boots and a long necklace. Other reviews had me wary about the fit but I like the oversize look of it. Even with the Unlimited discount it's a little out of my budget, otherwise would buy it!
Pindot Shirred Top
Tibi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 121lbs
Bust: 34C
Gorgeous green
Loved this dress so much. Based on the reviews I sized down and am glad I did as I like the more fitted look. It is pretty long so needed to wear my tallest heels. There was a little bit of a funny seam on the side of the bust but otherwise one of my favorite RTR rentals. Strapless bra worked great, didn't show in back at all.
Green Cascade Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 34C
Flattering, comfortable style raised the black gown bar
There's more to the dress than being a long black gown. One of the most flattering styles I've ever worn -- seemed to nip in my waist and liked where it covered my arms. The fabric is lovely and lays smoothly sans spanx. The grommets on the back are just really cool. Sexy while being totally appropriate at a work related event.
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Black Grommet Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Fantastic, flattering fit
Wore to a conference where I spoke on stage and attended a cocktail party and dinner. Great for an appropriate yet sexy, confident look. Unique statement piece.
Rose Matador Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Unique Look
Super short! I'm 5'3" and the hem was barely below my behind! But the print and fit were fun. Worked out well with opaque tights and booties.
Wild One Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect gold-Toned Complement to Bright Pink Dress
Loved this unique cuff. It's a stand out statement piece. The bright gold played beautifully with a bright pink gown from RTR. It's slightly edgy so balanced the girliness of a pink dress. And I felt a little like a chic Wonder Woman all night!
Gold Textured Cut Out Cuff
House of Harlow 1960
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful Color and Fit
The 2R was perfectly snug. Couldn't fit a bra under it but then again, didn't need one. The fit and structure of the dress took care of that. And the silhouette is incredibly flattering. The color is gorgeous, perfect day-to-night bright for the Emmys in August this year. Wore it with gold-toned earrings and a cuff from RTR. I read reviews that it was long and tried taping up the hem until I realized I didn't catch the lining with the hem and it would look a mess. So I aborted shortening it due to time and it worked out fine with a tall pair of heels anyway.
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Bonbon Gown
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34C
Great color and flattering fit
I've been trying to rent this for months now - so glad that I got the chance to wear this for an out-of-town work conference, including time on stage. Not sure how they do it - apparently a combo of cut and fabric - but this is one of the most flattering dresses ever. Luckily the size I ordered fit because the size up and down were otherwise occupied. I went with a strapless bra so as to not worry about the neckline slipping down and showing a strap and glad I did. Only thing: The belt did not come with it. Would be really good to let us know in advance that the belt is not included. Luckily I travel with several belts that worked great of my own.
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Red Jackie O Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Stand Out Color and High Fashion Style
This was a back up to my back up after an alternate size became unavailable. It was great to be able to upgrade as a result. The service on the phone with the stylist who worked with me while we both looked at pics on our computers was terrific. Once I had it on and styled I felt absolutely great in this dress. However, getting it on, at least at first, was definitely a team effort. A friend had to help me figure out the internal zipper to the bust lining. Great choice for a black tie work event where I was speaking on stage and having my photo taken. Definitely stood out in a crowded ballroom! I absolutely needed spanx and a push-up strapless bra to feel right in this--and also wore a strapless full body undergarment over all that to smooth it out. The belt is a great touch--makes the waist look smaller in contrast with the yellow. And somehow this yellow works with black--do not worry about looking like a bee!
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Cutting Edge Gown
Viktor & Rolf
Size Worn: 40R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Pretty comfy and easy to put on
The fit is great. The undergarments for these great dresses with non-traditional necklines are always tricky. It was helpful that RTR suggested this. The only hitch was that part of the bra peeked out from the one side of the dress. My order came with fashion tape that would have resolved this but I didn't notice until I was out the door taking pics and it was too late. So I had to just keep an eye on it and hike up the dress a few times that evening.
Great, bright color and fun, flowy skirt
Wore for the 2013 Emmys and it worked out great. My first RTR experience. The bodice bunched a bit on the sides if I didn't stand with great posture (good reminder to stand straight, though!) and the recommended bra I ordered with it peeked out a bit so just keep an eye on the shoulderless side for that. Wish I wore taller shoes. I'm 5'3" and wore 3 inch heels and got tangled up in myself and the train was stepped on all night in crowded parties. Also: I did see someone else with the same dress in this color and another color as well as several similar styles so I didn't feel quite as unique as I would have liked to. In the past I've bought new dresses for these galas usually at boutiques where I know no one else is going to get the same thing. Would be great if there was a way to get feedback from RTR how many other people ordered the same dress for the same time in the same city just to have a gauge.
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Forever Mine Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C