Ashley's Reviews
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12 reviews
Cute and comfy but top fits weird.
I ended up wearing a shirt over this and knotted at my waist because I couldn't get either size to not gape at the chest. It's like the straps are too far apart, which is weird because I have fairly broad shoulders for my size.
Through The Vine Maxi
Free People
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 32A
Lots of options
This was my back up dress and I really liked it. So many different ways to wear it, I could rent again and have a totally different look. If I had it to do over, I'd get the long length, though. I'd been planning on wearing heels but had to go buy flats at the last minute because it was so short. Super comfy though!
Sapphire Classic Convertible Gown
twobirds
Size Worn: AR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 32A
Sizing was weird
Loved the dress and got a ton of compliments on it, but sizing was a little weird, at least for the two I got. The 0 was super tight, but the 2 was way too big. I ended up wearing the 2 for comfort, but it would have looked better if it had been more fitted.
Black Flounce Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 34A
Cute dress, but I don't know who it's made for
This dress was cute and comfy, but it runs so large! I'm 5'6" and was wearing 4 inch heels and the dress still touched the ground (with the shoulders pinned up about 2 inches to keep my boobs covered). It's huge!!!!! I'm glad I'd planned to wear it with a jacket, so it didn't matter that I had to pin the shoulders. For reference, without pinning, the v-neck came down to my sternum. But very comfortable and lots of room. Would be great for pregnant ladies, but plan to pin and wear a jacket or wear something under it.
Grecia Maxi
TART Collections
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 32A
Love the sleeves!
I'd wanted to rent this dress for ages and I finally had the right event for it. It did not disappoint! I got tons of compliments on the dress (especially the sleeves!) and it was so comfortable. I hate I didn't get a full length picture.
Black Cape Flutter Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Perfect for a casual summer wedding
I really liked this dress. It was cute and comfortable. I got a lot of compliments. I went with the 0 because the 2 fit oddly in the bust. My only complaint is that the lining isn't attached, so it rode up periodically, but not a big deal. I hate I forgot to take a picture!
Envelope Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Cute but not special
This dress was cute and comfy, but not my favorite dress I've rented. It just didn't seem special. Definitely size down for backup to avoid looking too sack-like.
Red Perry Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Classic and Sexy
I tried to rent this dress last year, but it became unavailable at the last second. While I loved my backup dress, I couldn't get this one out of my head! So glad I got to wear it this year. This is my favorite RTR ever. It's sexy but subtle. Very comfy. I could've worn the 0 or the 2 easily, but went with the 0 due to my small chest. It made me feel a bit more covered.
Tuxedo Wrap Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 0L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Cape, FTW!
I loved the cape! I felt like a superhero all night and had a lot of fun with it. Definitely size down for your backup. I ended up wearing the smaller size and it wasn't tight or too short. (Disclaimer: I'm pretty flat-chested - that may not be the case if you're well-endowed). The only downside is you need to be aware of your angles when taking pictures (I recommend straight on). If you have a tendency to turn to the side slightly like I do, the cape doesn't read as separate from the dress and can make you look a little bigger than you are.
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Navy Sedona Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 34A
So. Many. Compliments.
I wore this for a charity gala and strangers were coming up to me all night to compliment me on the dress. It's showier than I ordinarily go for, but it's definitely a showstopper. Fit is good and comfortable. There's a little bit of stretch, and the material is thick enough that it's pretty forgiving.
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Night at the Oscars Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 34A
Perfect for anniversary date with my husband!
This dress was so chic and comfortable. It looked and felt great - even after a big dinner. It's pretty short, but I didn't feel overexposed. Loved it.
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Navy Overlay Crepe Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 34A
In general, it was pretty comfortable and I got tons of compliments on the dress.
I was basically right between the size 2 that I wore and the size 4 I had for backup, but since I'm small chested, I opted for the 2, since I'd be going braless and the 4 gaped a bit at the top. The 4 was also kind of loose in the hips. I'm kind of on the border height-wise between the long and regular length, but I was glad I went with long. It was the perfect length with my 4 inch heels. The color is gorgeous! The only thing keeping this from being a 5 star rating was that the dress had a touch of a BO smell to it right under the armpit, even though it had been dry cleaned. I sprayed perfume and my friends said they couldn't smell it. So, all in all, a success.
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Inevitable Beauty Gown
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 126lbs
Bust: 34A