Katie's Reviews
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This dress is amazing and turns so many heads. As others mentioned, the straps are a little loose (I wanted to wear a size down but it wasn't available), and it was long on me, even with 3.5 inch heels. But it was gorgeous and I wish I looked like this every day!
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Red Constance Gown
LIKELY
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Great dress for a summer wedding!
I wore this for my brother's winery wedding. The colors and fabric are so beautiful, and this dress has amazing pockets! It fits perfectly true to size and is incredibly flattering. I would definitely rent it again! Loved it.
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Spin in Scuba Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect for my winter engagement party!
This dress was perfect for my engagement party in January. The long sleeves and thicker fabric kept me warm enough, while still looking cute and bridal! It was a little tight in the arms, but stretched out a bit and got more comfortable after I had had it on for a while. I'm short, so it was a bit longer on me than the model, which I liked. I would size up for a backup...I only ordered it in size 2 but a size 4 probably would have been better and more comfortable overall. I would definitely rent it again for another winter event!
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Rio Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
A fun option for an engagement party!
Rented this as a different option for my engagement party, but didn't end up wearing it. It's small on top, but the legs are long, so it would be best for someone tall and skinny. Since the top half runs small and it has side cutouts, I wouldn't recommend this for anyone who doesn't have a perfectly flat stomach. It would have been a really fun look, but ultimately I decided it just wasn't quite my style and went with a more traditional dress.
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Bright Side Jumpsuit
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Great alternative to an LBD
Wore this for a bachelorette party. Super great form fitting dress, and nice to have something a little different than an LBD. It looks really dark, almost black, in photographs, but in person it's a really nice dark blue. Thick fabric hides all bumps and lines, but it's stretchy enough to be flattering on pretty much any body type.
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Strap to It Sheath
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Very weird fit. Couldn't wear.
The fabric on this dress is beautiful and the back is super cute, but the fit was so strange that it was unwearable. The top fit great, but it was super baggy around the stomach, and then impossibly tight around the hips. It didn't work for me at all, but might work better for someone super tall and skinny with no curves.
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Floral Harley Dress
Matison Stone
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect LBD for a bachelorette party
Such a great dress! The cutouts make it super fun, without being too revealing. It's very form fitting, but comfortable. The thick fabric means you don't have to worry about any lumps or lines showing. Loved it!
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Gala Cutout Sheath
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect girly skirt for my bridal shower
I normally wear a small, but sized down to the extra small for this skirt, since the waist is elastic and stretchy. It's super comfortable and can be dressed up or down. The top layer is tulle, with a lace layer underneath. I'm short, so it was long on me...more like a midi skirt about halfway down my calves, but overall I loved it and would definitely rent again!
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Blush Shrubbery Skirt
Bailey 44
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful dress...with pockets!
Loved this dress. I wore the 0 because the 2 was a little loose on top. It was very fitted at the waist, but not too tight. The hem hit just below my knees (I'm 5'2"). The skirt was a little fuller than I expected, but it looked great and the pockets were amazing. The fabric is beautiful...I received so many compliments on this dress!
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Floral Element Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful back!
This was a replacement dress, but I LOVED it. I wore it to a summer wedding that was outdoors in 110 degree weather, and even though it is a long dress, the open back and light fabric kept me cool! The fabric is beautiful and has a great feel to it. It's nice that the straps are adjustable, so you can tighten it to fit your chest. It is backless, but the fabric is thick enough not to wear a bra unless you need a lot of support. I wore it with flat sandals and it just grazed the ground.
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Flutter Far Away Maxi
Tibi
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
Way too loose on top, and very long
This was sent as a replacement when my original choice was damaged. Unfortunately I couldn't wear this one either, as it was so big on top and so long. The fabric was beautiful and it had a great shape. I would recommend this dress only for tall girls (I'm 5'2" and so much fabric was dragging on the ground that I couldn't walk without tripping), and for girls with large chests. Wish I could have worn this, but it just did not suit my body type.
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Painted Envy Dress
Parker
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
Photographs Beautifully!
The material of this dress is so cool and such an interesting texture. I loved the color and that it was a classic style with a cool twist. Perfect for an outdoor wedding. It does run a bit big; I wish I had ordered the 0 instead of the 2. It was still wearable, but I was constantly adjusting the straps to make sure my bra straps weren't showing. The pockets are AMAZING! I loved not having to carry a clutch around all night. They're pretty deep and the poofiness of the skirt kept everything hidden so I had no strange bulges showing. It was very flattering overall (made the girls look really good!) and it photographs beautifully, though the texture of the roses is lost a bit. Definitely order a size down and I think you'll be really happy with this dress!
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Give Me A Smooch Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
BEST DRESS EVER
People always say they wish they could have kept the dress, which I always thought was silly, UNTIL NOW. This was the most amazingly flattering dress I've ever worn. It fit perfectly: form fitting without being too tight, sexy without being slutty, formal without being overdone or uncomfortable. I wore this to a church wedding and black tie reception, and it was perfect for both, especially in the over 100 degree LA heat. I got so many compliments while I was wearing it, and it photographs beautifully, so the compliments have kept rolling in. I'm so happy with this dress and would definitely rent again if I have another suitable event. The one thing I will say is that the tulle did need some fluffing up after coming out of the box, and it is quite short. Very flattering length when standing, but be careful not to jump up and down or the poofy skirt will float right up and show off parts you don't want to show off. Also, when sitting, it tends to poof out behind you rather than fold under you. Doesn't reveal anything, but just be aware to smooth it down as you stand up.
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Noir Timeless Love Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful lace fabric, but fit oddly
Rented this as a back up for a wedding, and luckily my first choice was perfect, so I didn't end up wearing this one. The yellow lace is beautiful, but it definitely needs a belt to define the waist. I'm normally a 2, and the 0 fit perfectly, so size down unless you're really curvy.
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Ever After Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
AMAZING print!
I tried both the XS and S, and ended up wearing the small because it didn't ride up as much as the smaller size. The for and print were amazing and I wish I owned this dress. The scuba fabric was thick without being hot, and it was nice to be able to wear a normal bra. I received a ton of compliments!
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Space Garden Print
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34B
Pretty fabric, but too big in the waist
I rented this for a formal engagement party, but didn't end up wearing it because none of my sizes fit. I'm normally between a 2 and a 4, so I ordered both. The 4 was huge on me. The two fit a bit better, but still had so much extra fabric around the waist that it was very unflattering and I wasn't able to wear it. I wish I would have ordered a size down. I think this dress would be more flattering on women with a true hourglass shape. You need some serious curves to fill out all the extra fabric in the dress. Thankfully I had a dress at home that I was able to wear instead.
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Hurricane Eye Sheath
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Way too big--couldn't wear it.
I rented this dress for a bridal shower. Unfortunately, I couldn't wear this dress because it was so large. Even with a belt, it was too big and completely shapeless. The color and lace were beautiful, though like others have said, there were a lot of little strings hanging off the lace because it had been worn so many times before. I recommend sizing down, maybe even two sizes smaller. Luckily I've always had great customer service with RTR and was able to return the dress for credit.
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Sea Water Shift
Robert Rodriguez Collection
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Adorable LBD!
This dress is the quintessential little black dress! And the best part is that it had pockets! Such a pleasant surprise, especially for a wedding when I was happy to be able to carry my phone for quick access to pictures. The skirt was the perfect length for dancing without being too short. The straps were a little loose and it needed a colorful necklace to jazz it up, but overall, I was very pleased with the rental!
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Noir Cream Puff Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful fabric!
I wore this to a summer rehearsal dinner. The fabric looks and feels beautiful. It was pretty on, but I gave it only 3 stars because the fit wasn't quite right. It was fitted in the hips, but a little loose around the stomach and chest. It was still flattering and I would recommend it for a nice date or party.
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Color Wheel Sheath
Milly
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Photographs beautifully...but doesn't look as good in person
Being short and petite, I wasn't worried about renting this dress despite the reviews saying it was shorter than expected. But I was shocked when it came how tight it is...I almost couldn't wear it. And it does run very short. I definitely recommend ordering the long size, even if you think you won't need it. What surprised me most was that the fabric and beading on this dress looks so much cheaper in person than it does in the pictures. And the dress has a small train that wasn't described or shown in the photographs. I wouldn't have worn it at all, except it was for a black tie wedding out of town and I had no other options. Luckily, the dress does seem to stretch out a bit as you wear it, so it became more comfortable after having worn it for a while. The best part is that this dress looks amazing in photos, so even though I wasn't super happy with it, the pictures all turned out great.
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Ruched Sweetheart Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Such a beautiful (and comfortable!) dress!
Wow, I LOVED this dress. It was even more beautiful than I expected. Wish I could have kept it! The chiffon fabric is gorgeous, and although it seems to photograph somewhat brown, it actually is black and off-white. I was really nervous about ordering a long dress, since I am short, but it worked out! I wore 4 1/2 inch wedges, and the dress was about an inch too long, but nothing I couldn't manage by holding it up when I walked. I rented the XS and the S, and ended up wearing the XS, but there was almost no difference between the two sizes. I picked the smaller size because it was a little bit tighter, and I didn't want to have to worry about the top falling down. Anyway it was pretty much perfect and I got so many compliments. I will definitely be using RTR again!
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Tribal Ceremony Gown
Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful dress, but too short!
I so wish I could have worn this dress! It is even more gorgeous than in the picture. And it looked amazing on. But it was so short that there was no way I could have danced in it...or walked...or moved at all. Basically, I lifted up my arms, and my entire butt fell out the bottom. I swear I'm not exaggerating. Luckily I had rented this as my back-up, so it was only $25 wasted, but I would have loved to have worn it. I don't think going up a size would have helped, since then it would have been too baggy all over and probably not much, or any, longer.
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Babbet Lace Shift Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34D