Ciel's Reviews
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9 reviews
Beautiful fabric, low bustline
This dress is very pretty. A little tight around the rib cage, but not uncomfortable. The bust line is very low, which makes wearing a bra a bit difficult. I wore a nu-bra, but I couldn't clasp them together and had to position them in a way so they wouldn't show. If I went without a bra, I would have looked too flat-chested. Might work a little better for someone with a larger bust. I am 5'2" and the length was decent for me. I only had a few issues with the lining getting stuck on my heel, but it never made me trip.
Floral Jacquard Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
The "Carrie" prom dress
This dress looks nice in some of the reviewer photos, but it wasn't very flattering on me. I tried it on for my husband and he said it looked like the Carrie prom dress and I just got attacked, which is why it was hanging off in so many areas - LOL! In addition to looking like a disaster, it fit loosely around the bust and rib cage making the fabric look sloppy.
Garnet Lorelei Dress
AMUR
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute, but boxy
I think this dress is one of those dresses that is intentionally supposed to be a bit big. It wasn't too big, but I could have sized down if I wanted. The material is nice, but the fabric is thick and stiff, so it will look a little boxy regardless of whether it is the right size. Cute enough for a one-time wear.
Graphic Forest Dress
RED Valentino
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Nice dress
Nice fit, true to size. As with any dress with a train, people will step on it all night. It wasn't too long though and I am short. The front flap is a little strange as it doesn't lay down flat. I'm not sure if it's supposed to fold in one of the spots, but it was odd. Nice dress for a one-time wear.
Dylan Gown
Black Halo
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful dress, except...
This dress is pretty and vibrant, but it required several safety pins to get the fit right. I sized up based on reviews, so it fit well around the rib cage/waist, but it was very loose around the sides and bust. I safety pinned about a half inch from each underarm and shortened the straps with safety pins as well. Fashion tape is also a must for this dress. I recommend wearing a Nu-bra since the straps and back of the bra will show otherwise.
Jennie Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34B
Nice fit, but a little basic
True to size, but a little boring. Might be nice for a spring event.
Cheryl Dress
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Tight at the waist and too sweet looking
The material was nice, but it was pretty snug at the natural waist. It also made me look like I was going to a middle school dance. It was cute, but I prefer more sophisticated styles. I decided to send it back without wearing so I could rent other items.
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Bayard Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute, but looks like pajamas
This romper was really cute in the photos and I wanted to like it, but there's something about the pattern that makes it look strange. First of all, it looked a little boxy and second, it looked like I was wearing my PJs. I thought about wearing it over the weekend, but decided to return it with another dress I didn't like so I could get two other items instead. I never ended up wearing it out; I just tried it on a couple of times.
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Blue Candy Stripe Romper
ASTR the Label
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34B
Ill-fitting for those with smaller chests
While this dress was a size larger than I typically wear, it fit well around the waist/rib cage. However, it was too baggy in the back and chest areas. I am a B-cup and there was way too much room I would need to fill out for this dress to fit properly, like a D-cup or lager. Even if I got a size smaller, I feel as though it would have been too tight at the waist and still baggy around the chest, though not as much. If you look at the reviews, you will see that many previous renters had larger chests. Additionally, the sleeves are cut oddly, making the dress pull up when you lift your arms. And the dress kept riding up when I would sit down, making the bagginess even more obvious. I am also short, and this dress was a little too long (mid calf) and plain looking for me. The stitching is nice, but not enough to overpower the dullness of the dress when worn.
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Black Stitched Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 132lbs
Bust: 34B