ruthi's Reviews
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Cute and comfortable
This is a very darling floral dress & extremely flattering, I'm glad I rented it.

Floral Eyelet Trim Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 20R
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Loved so much I bought it!
I fell in love with this piece back in November when it first arrived but couldn't get it then due to price - I saved over 85% today though!! Amazing company, amazing dress & designer - definitely a wee dream come true

Ruched Front V-Neck Dress
SIMKHAI
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
I feel beautiful!
Absolutely lovely dress! I felt so beautiful while wearing it - it's the perfect fit to compliment curves!

Eve Floral Dress
SIMKHAI
Size Worn: 18R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Perfect!
This fit is perfect- as if I gave my measurements & had it perfectly fitted to my body. I am so glad I ignored reviews saying it was too small (this curvy busty w thighs woman sized down) or too frumpy (it's fitted, not sure how it can be frumpy when it shows off the figure this well & is a mini dress) bc truly, none of those things! Perfect for autumn, easily pairs well w leggings & boots.

Green Clarisse Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
90s mini plaid beauty!
I'm always excited to grab items that I remember women wearing when I was too young to enjoy wearing them myself. I squealed when I saw this skirt! It's very comfortable but very short though leggings are kind of a perfect match to this skirt anyway (all my black ones were being washed so ignore the camo :p). I put that it runs large only because I normally always have to get an 18 for fitted items but a 16 worked beautifully here for me, even with an extremely bloated from IBD tummy, so if you're in between, a size down would probably be best.

Hurst Skirt
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Love!
It fits very comfortably. It is slightly fitted, I'd say but I was also very bloated when I took the picture & it will fit looser in a few days on me, so it might just be perfectly sized for a hoodie. I love the paint splatter pattern especially on a cashmere (blend, I think? Maybe not) sweater! I picked it specifically for that reason - I love mixing more classic styles with very much current trends. I will be purchasing this soon, because of how *me* it is- my mom actually said I should & if you knew her, you'd be shocked - she very rarely agrees with single item buys over $100 for clothing but when she does, it ends up being an item I use a decade later (28, I can say that now, oh wow, hahah).

Splatter Paint Hoodie
Threads of PRVLG
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 38DDD/E
Cute date night choice
Definitely runs super small! I'm no longer the size I even got- lost weight & every other designer on here now needs a size smaller - 2 sizes smaller than this but even then it fits me exactly, so if you're an actual US 16-18, PLEASE get a 4x if it comes in that, I can't remember. If you are smaller busted you won't need to pin the front but at a DD cup I had to pin it. Still super loved it to see Avengers Endgame with my partner in it!

Superbloom Dress
La Maison Talulah
Size Worn: 3XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Cute
Classic, cute, dress that was pain free to wear even when just a light touch felt like a punch!

Smocked Panel Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: 18R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Cute but I definitely lost weight
Couldn't wear it because I've sized down without meaning to hahah but it's beautiful & I plan on renting again in a smaller size.

Coral Slip Dress
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Comfy and stylish
Honestly, I've lost weight & am now a size smaller than I rented but even then it ran large. Half a days wear made them unwearable for me bc they fell off. Super cute tho & I loved the look with the Derek Lam 10 Crosby blouse I rented with it!

Two Tone Modern High Rise Crop Jeans
Sanctuary
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Cute and comfortable!
Super cute & comfortable- perfect daily wear dress! I paired it with a Samantha Sipos jacket that's available on here!

Button Front Double Strap Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
So cute!!
Perfect casual top! I had a lot of fun wearing it! For anyone with chronic pain that causes sensitive skin, this is a good rental! It fit as if tailored to me & was so supportive, I could go without a bra!

Buttoned Bell Sleeve Top
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
I loooove this dress
Form fitting in a very flattering way, this is an attention grabbing dress & I love it! It's extremely cute & comfortable- so many compliments on it!

Ayla Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Beautiful
Gorgeous print! Runs a bit large & I'm a bit busty but the top definitely was too large in my usual size as was the waist but it's absolutely gorgeous & worth testing sizes for since another review says the exact opposite of what I just said. The print is vibrant & reminds me of yukata prints!

Floral Grommet Maxi
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 18WR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Best fitting Parker dress I've tried yet!
Fits as if I sent in my measurements & the print & colors are gorgeous! If you've over a 38 bra band, though, skip this one. It fits exactly perfect to that measurement on top but any greater & it will not fit in the 18. I'm a small 18 by designers on here, really a 16.5 in couture but a solid 14 everywhere else including Torrid so keep that in mind when renting most couture designers on here.

Verity Floral Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XXLR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
It's comfortable
It's cute-ish, and comfortable. The color is fantastic. The tie is... not great. I tried to tie it in a bow to make the length not trip-able but it untied nearly immediately after the one photo I took and at 5'7", it was still a battle of not tripping over it when I wore it the two times I did. If the tie would've been shorter, it would've been super cute and a lovely casual dress to wear, but because of that, it definitely isn't a favorite rental of mine and I won't be renting it again and I wore it barely at all comparing how often I wear pieces I love before returning them. It definitely runs large in comparison to other dresses on this site, so I would say size down if you're in between sizes like I am!
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Peridot Dress
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: 18R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
So cute so classy
Perfect fit on me (I'm 5'7", a US14 in non couture fashion/Torrid/F21 etc) and so many compliments! I felt beautiful & a bit like a late 1960s-early 1970s Barbie doll / Goldie Hawn! If I didn't have so many upcoming medical expenses, I'd purchase it so fast! I might have to rent it again when my finances are looser so I can do just that actually! Another win from ML, but definitely know that all dresses by ML are junior sizing so you must size up at least one size if you are at all curvy (& not even plus size curvy, just in general, curvy) but it's always worth it. Such romantic, feminine pieces that manage to have an edgy feel to them still somehow. I chose to not wear a bra with it as it's structured enough to look and feel best with no bra and I am not a small busted woman saying this- I'm a 36D/DD (depending on the bra maker for the most part!) and felt very supported without a bra and suffered no aesthetic appeal with this choice.
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Ivory Lace Sheath
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 18W
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Perfect birthday dress
Super cute & bright; received lots of compliments. I had fun wearing it for my 28th birthday & paired it with a Samantha Sipos jacket also available on here. If you're curvy, size up!
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Floral Popover Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Cute but runs two sizes too small in shoulders
Was asked a few times if it was bespoke or fitted to me custom but truth is, it was about two sizes smaller in the shoulders than it was everywhere else. If you've broad shoulders, size up or don't rent this one. I returned it for fear of rapid movement ripping the dress.

Joelle Dress
Parker
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
OBSESSED with this dress!!
First off, this is so flattering. The ruching on the dress glides over my curves, hiding my love handles while making my hips pop. It did a corset effect on me, while feeling like wearing next to nothing. It's warm, heavier material so probably save it for Autumn/Winter rentals or early Spring if it runs cold where you are! The fabric is, according to several people, "Scottish seeming." I'm Scottish & tartan isn't totally like this, but it feels Christmasy to me- which I don't mind at all! I'll definitely be renting this again I can already tell! I love Tanya Taylor so much!

Plaid Nicole Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Obsessed with this dress
This dress is so flattering and sexy in a subdued way! I felt like a modern Joan Holloway-Harris from Mad Men in how it showcased my curves. It's definitely true to couture size, not true to mall/department store size. I'm a 14 in Torrid but regularly an 18 in the premier/couture designers on here- which is fine and expected and I'm just happy most designers make my size after getting a chronic illness that severely limits my mobility! It's just a thing to be aware of!

Charcoal Faux Wrap Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
So cute and comfortable even tho it runs small
I really love this jacket! It's super cute and slightly edgy and I love it a lot. It does run small, however & if I cared to button it up, I'd have issue with it being only one size larger than my usual. Other than that, very comfy & stylish with just the right amount of sass! It's my absolute favorite jacket that I've worn on here, though! I'm so obsessed with it and still have it almost two months later because it's so perfect, hahah. Definitely happy I rented it this Winter! It'll be perfect for spring time wear, too!
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Babe Denim Jacket
Samantha Sipos
Size Worn: 2XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
So cute
I love this dress so much. The flowers are in between a red & pink color - the dominant shade depends on the lighting. The style is very flattering as most fit & flare dresses are. I want to say it runs small in the bust but I've recently lost weight and only noticed the tightness when I added a padded bra to fill out the dress better & it's very slight. If you're above a 38DD, as my bra makes me, be wary on that. Size up. Everywhere else fit slightly too big on me, but I'm almost positive it's because I've lost weight rather than the actual fits problem! At that awkward .5 size right now & it'll be a few more months before that's changes. All in all, I feel gorgeous & sexy in a lowkey way. 5/5 will rent again. I assume it snags easily too as my rental has a few in the embroidery parts from previous renters.

Red Floral Embroidered Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Perfect vintage dress is perfect!
I'm obsessed with this baby. I know I keep saying that but I keep making golden choices in my shipment picks lately! The colors are perfect- the black really makes the burgundy & medium nude blush pink stripes stand out in a classic but fun way. I felt like a Bond girl or Nancy Drew grown up the moment I put this on with some leggings! Avoid knee length boots if you don't want a 1960s feel- I personally love a 1960s vibe in my outfits so I'm definitely booting it up when I wear it in public :)

Double Stripe Shift
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 1X
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Sexy, yet in a romantic way
I absolutely love this dress. I'm actually budgeting out purchasing it next month because I love it so much. The print is gorgeous - you don't see tulips on many clothing items which is a shame because tulips are just beautiful! It literally feels like you are wearing nothing, it is so comfortable which is great and needed if you suffer from any pain condition that makes your skin super sensitive. It is very low cut, so make sure you wear a slip or a lace bralette under it. It doesn't look that good with a tank top unless said tank top is lace or silk-y material. I tried a cotton tank top under it at first, and it made the entire look very cheap, but once I switched to a lace bralette, it was perfect. I put in a picture with the bralette to show how that looks because it seriously made all the difference! I've also worn it sans any coverup on my chest and it looked very sexy- a perfect look for date night or if you're doing an engagement photoshoot and want a little sexiness to it without going over the top but for every day wear, definitely a cover is needed if you are above a b-cup! Really beautiful dress, super pleased that I rented it and can't wait to buy it!
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Floral Piper Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: 18R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Super cute and comfy!
Really loved this dress - it's super cute and very comfortable. It is made of a sweater-like material which is medium heavy. It's perfect for fall, on colder days just throw a sweater over it like I did in my styled picture and you are good to go. If you feel it is a little snug on first try on, wear it for a few hours before you are actually going out and about because it's of the material that needs a chance to know your body and curves before it starts to fit perfectly/a little large, actually. It's a perfect autumn dress to wear leggings with and a cardigan or sweater! I styled mine with an AldoMartin sweater that was also a rental (purchased it, I loved it so much!) and a pair of Electric Yoga leggings and Helmut Lang sneakers. My neurologist actually complimented me on that outfit, which was nice!
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Donie Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Obsessed with this sweater
IM IN LOVE W A SWEATER. No, really- my mom also loved it enough to ask how much it is with my discount & guess who will be buying a beautiful & hella unique sweater in a couple days? hell yeaaaah! 1) true to size 2) SO COMFY 3) Autumn warm vs winter warm which I have 0 sweaters that fit that level- all are winter level only 4) the print!!! Wtf it’s so cute! It could so easily be old lady but with the other print combined it works so well! Into it even more than my Chloé sweater I own!

Multi Floral Bouquet Sweater
Aldomartins
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Super warm, great oversized coat
Okay, so people really seem to hate this coat because of the over size style. That's why I love it. I can easily wear a sweater under it and really anything bulky, is totally fine to wear under this coat. It's super warm, and the fabric is super comfortable. It IS an over size style, though, and that will show even if you size down. I would not recommend going more than one size down, however, as the arms are made to be over sized and you *will* feel going down more than one size. I went down one size so as to avoid the "oh, that was the last coat in the entire store?" comically over size feeling and that was perfect. It fits exactly as I was hoping it would - it's still very warm even when completely opened. Definitely pleased with this rental and will be keeping it for a while, hahah. Trying to figure out if I can somehow swing the purchase price because I'm so in love! The color is exactly as shown in the picture - a pretty robins egg blue that is lovely in any season, but I tend to favor more in the autumn & fall (spring colors in the midst of dreary weather is always nice!).
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Blue A-Line Coat
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Cute but zipper weird
I loved it a lot minus being rather large to size listed, and the zipper splitting (was able to fix it no worries, but scared me for a minute! It had obviously had that happen to someone else before). Very cute, though it is blue not purple. Periwinkle, really. 4/5 overall

Fan Floral Natalia Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Super comfy and flattering!
This has to be one of my favorite dress rentals. Cute, comfy and lovely. I paired it with some 10 Crosby Derek Lam suede booties.
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Blue Cold Shoulder Ruffle Dress
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Roots are awful outfit made me cute still tho!
So, definitely a skip if you've a wide rib cage like I do. Zipped up half way then even though it stretched enough that it should've zipped all the way- it stopped. But I rented a Mother of Pearl brand cardigan that covers that issue beautifully as it's over sized - so try that if you still want to rent this even with a wide rib cage! It works wonders! I felt so cute in this romper, downright adorable.

Printed Emerson Romper
Black Halo
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Cute and comfy!
Absolutely love this blouse - it's super cute and comfortable. I've gotten a lot of compliments on it! I styled it with some light grey skinny jeans & Helmut Lang leather sneakers in tan.

Vintage Daisy Smocked Blouse
Nicholas
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
comfy romantic and sweet!
Ignore the schmutz on the mirror, I wanted to get a review in for this really quick as I'd not seen anyone above a size 14 do a review with it fitting well! I'm on the short side of tall for women and with a long torso and I'd read that there was no give to the fabric but I was in love with the idea of this dress so I had to give it a shot. I went up two sizes and it fits perfectly! You don't have to wear a bra with this beautiful dress because the fabric having no give actually works to the benefit of those of us with bigger bosoms. It's a fun, casual, flirty dress reminiscent of the 1940's and I'm going to be sad to send it back! Don't be afraid to size up with this one - it's such a lovely dress!
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Multi Polka Dot Maxi
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 18WR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Comfy, easy to move in and sexy!
I have fibromyalgia (a very extreme case of it, actually) as well as IBD which causes extreme pain even with light touch and pain with anything super constrictive over my stomach. This jumpsuit didn't do any of those things. I was so happily shocked about this! Usually, anything I wear hits at least one trigger point on my body causing intense pain that I just shrug and bear, because clothing isn't optional in our society (plus, I do love fashion!). This was such a freeing piece to wear! My parents and partner asked me why I loved it so much even with the minor issues the piece sent to me did have and once I explained why, they agreed that I should own it and we will be saving up so I can purchase it in the next few months. If you've any type of pain condition that makes clothing sometimes feel like torture- try this one!
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Antique Jumpsuit
HALSTON
Size Worn: XLL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
So cute & sexy!
I loved this dress! I know others complained of it not being for busty folk but I'm a DD & with some fashion tape, it was perfect! If you're not willing to do fashion tape, though, and your busty- don't bother with this dress. It's definitely required for us curvy folk! The color is beautiful & my love adored this dress on me so much! Definitely a great choice for a warmer weather date night!

Pink McAdam Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Comfortable & casual!
The fit is maybe a touch smaller than what a true XL should be based on other designers with similar styles that I've tried, but it's hardly noticeable since it is a baggier style. It's extremely comfortable, though the one I received is starting to pill in areas so that might be something to keep in mind if you're a perfectionist on things like that. I really didn't mind as I was planning on wearing this just as a casual thing over a flare-day outfit and it is perfect for that! It would also be super cute with a day dress or a homecoming/cocktail style dress! It's comfortable enough to wear with a tank top or short sleeved shirt on hotter days without feeling like you're going to die from heat while still also adding warmth for cooler, spring type days. I would definitely rent this item again and wish I could buy it myself!
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Carbon Faux Fur Vest
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Super cute!
While smaller than what I'm used to for daily use (speedy size or bigger!), I love it so much! I'm going to be so sad when I have to return it. It's so cute and such a fun accessory to use when you want a pop of color! I chose it for Pride month because I'm in too much pain to even consider going to any actual Pride events (fibromyalgia and cluster headaches are a real joy hahaha), when I saw this purse I was so excited! A way to show my Pride even just around my local area! So glad that I chose to rent it! I'll definitely choose it again!
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Fantasia Metropolis Mini Bag
Furla
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
beautiful color, forgiving fabric
This dress is a lovely, vibrant, bright red and the fabric has a good stretch to it making it very flattering on every body type. I loved this, especially the slight train.
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Red Tally Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 48R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
Beautiful color and fit!
This dress does run a little snug. I'm usually a 14, but I went with a 16 for this one and I'm glad I did; I have a chronic illness that causes me to sometimes bloat up a size to a size and a half and as I wasn't sure if a flare would be happening, I went with my instinct and got the 16. I am in a flare and have currently bloated to at least one size bigger than I usually am and because of that, it fit a bit snugger than usual but it still fit comfortably enough that I wore it to go grocery shopping & had no issues. I received quite a few compliments on it already and I wish I could keep it forever! I will definitely be renting this piece again! The color isn't as bright as it is pictured, either. It's more of a muted mauve indoors and a bright mauve almost lilac in natural, sunny lighting. I preferred this and I believe it's more true to color in my selfie than it is on the model here.
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Magenta Lace Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D
It's a lovely dress, except for the bust area.
If you are larger in the bust, either size up at least two sizes or go up in length or do not choose this dress. The length was actually perfect without heels and it fit everywhere, except for the bust where I could not get the zipper to go up. I was not wearing a bra, and I'm really not that busty (36C/D). I'm usually a size 12/14, but the 16 was the one I attempted to wear and had this issue. I didn't even attempt the 14 for obvious reasons.
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Polka Dot Fantasy Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 7"
Bust: 36D