Katherine's Reviews
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Really cute and comfy.
Wore this to an outdoor country wedding that took place on a farm. It was a little chilly so wore a denim jacket with it most of the time and liked the look. I loved the length - I'm 5' 11" and wore it with flip flops and it was just like the model's picture. The 10 fit better in the bust (36B) but the 12 would have been acceptable, just not as fitted. It's a great dress and super comfortable!
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Tylor Maxi Dress
Matison Stone
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Conservative show-stopper!
After a minor mishap with my original order, I worked via online chat with Melanie R. at RTR to find a new dress. She was so very helpful and offered many wonderful suggestions for a replacement. Based on what I told her I was looking for, we decided that this was the dress for me, and I definitely did not feel like I "settled." I can usually wear a 10 (and on rare occasions, an 8), but the 12 was the only size available on such short notice. While there was a little bit of extra fabric around the middle, it was something only I noticed. I loved this dress. It looked great and felt so nice, and the length was exactly how it's pictured. My husband said I looked "fantastic!" We had to stand for 30-45 minutes while people walked through a receiving line and shook our hands, and I never felt the need to adjust my dress -- and that's aways a good thing! I'm actually glad I ended up with the 12 after reading comments from others that the arms were tight because I felt comfortable all evening. The slip showed a little while I was seated, but I don't think it's a big deal.
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Pebble Illusion Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful
Very pretty earrings. Lightweight and would complement a variety of dresses / hairstyles.
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Crystal Link Drop Earrings
Ciner
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Classy dress!
I had to laugh when I took this dress out of the box. Seriously, It looks like a choir robe on the hanger! If I hadn't seen how beautiful the model and RTR customers looked in it, I would have been in a panic. My husband eyed it questioningly when he first saw it, but when he walked in the door and I was wearing it and getting ready to run out the door, he said, "WOW!" I wore it to a charity dinner with some girlfriends and it was perfect for the event. People were dressed in anywhere from jeans to long, black skirts, and I felt completely appropriate amongst them all. I truly am sorry I didn't get a pic of myself with the dress on because I have to admit.... it looked good!
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Mix Media Combo Dress
Rachel Roy
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
A bright, beautiful dress in a sea of black & navy blue!
This dress is vibrant and beautiful. and perfect for a summer semi-formal affair. I usually wear a size 6L and ordered a 6L & 8L. The 6L fit ok except for the top: I tried to adjust it with fashion tape but couldn't get it to lay right. The dress made me look a little boxier than I am - when I saw the pictures I was surprised!! The length was a tad short for me (I wore 2" heels) but I'm 6' without heels and never expect dresses to be long enough. I love the color, weight and fabric though, so it's a winner for me!
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Lights of Ioannina Maxi
HALSTON
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Striking, classy dress! I felt GREAT!
This is THE dress! It's conservative with a little bit of sexy and you will receive compliments all night long! I usually wear a 6, but I often have trouble with jackets or button-down shirts fitting me across the shoulders, so I wasn't surprised that I had to go up a couple sizes. Keep in mind that there isn't any stretch in this dress. It may have been bigger in other areas, but it looked fine and the bigger size meant a very comfortable evening! This dress is everything everyone has said it is -- and MORE! Treat yourself: you won't regret it.
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Night Of Your Life Gown
Blumarine
Size Worn: 46L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful. lightweight, comfortable
Very easy to wear, lots of fun. I didn't get a good picture of them but I was glad I rented them!
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Silver Pave Weave Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful dress!
This is a gorgeous dress -- it can be dressed up or down to fit the occasion. It was my backup dress and I decided not to wear it but will definitely keep it in mind for a future rental because it's stunning and very comfortable.
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Beauty in the Night Gown
Narciso Rodriguez
Size Worn: 42L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
A great alternative to a LBD!
I always head straight to the traditional LBDs and decided to step out of my comfort zone with this one. We had two parties on the same night -- one at a trendy downtown restaurant, the other at a home in the ritzy part of town, and this dress was appropriate for both venues. The dress is comfortable and stunning without being over the top. It's quite beautiful in person. The black side panels give a slimming affect and help it to fit just-so. Many women complimented me on the dress and they were specifically drawn to the muted print being paired with black side panels -- the two complement each other without taking away from the lively print. I ordered a size 4 and size 6 and didn't even try on the 4 as the 6 fit comfortably. The fabric has a slight give and the neckline lays very well. I would encourage anyone who feels stuck in the black dress mode to try this dress for a change of pace. I'm used to accessorizing a LBD. When this dress showed up I kind of panicked. The panic was short-lived as I dug into my closet for ideas. In the end I paired it with black tights and black booties (and a very plain J Crew black cardigan, which I didn't wear at the restaurant but did at the home party) and it was not only comfortable but weather appropriate! There are many ways to dress this up or down. I also considered wearing tights with black boots, but I loved the way the booties added to the edginess of the dress. ** Sorry -- we didn't get any pictures of me in the dress!! ** I'm 6-foot and this dress is shorter than what I usually wear, but with tights I didn't feel self-conscious at all.
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Heart Pumping Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
My husband said, "Those look very expensive. I'm so glad you rented them!" : )
Great earrings. Not too heavy. Very versatile. I actually wore them with a cocktail dress one night and a formal dress two days later while on a trip to Washington, DC. Would love to own them!
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Jet Ombre Bacall Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
It made my night to have a VERY well dressed woman stop to compliment me & comment on my dress!
I wore this to a military cocktail reception in Washington, D.C. What a spectacular dress. It felt tight for about the first hour (I was the first one to wear it), then was perfect the rest of the night. It also felt heavy on the hanger, but not at all when it was on. The length was just right, and the way it fit and hangs really accentuated the few curves I have. It felt like such an 'of the moment' dress and I could not have been happier with it. My husband kept repeating, "You look SO nice!" This is a dress I wish I had in my closet!!
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In And Out Of Love Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Attended a formal military event in D.C. knowing what I had on was very appropriate.
This dress was perfect for a conservative military dinner. Having the option of renting an extra long dress (6XL) gave me the option of wearing 3 1/2 inch heels! The slde slit on the dress sent to me did not go past my knee, so the picture of the model wearing the dress is a bit misleading. The dress is very comfortable as well which meant a long evening free of shifting and silently wondering, 'how many more hours do I have to wear this?' Love how it cinched in my waist just a bit more... : ) I wore Spanx and a strapless bra underneath and there was no need for any extras.
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Meshing Around Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Feeling confident and comfortable in a stunning dress, meeting local politicians and celebrities, and dancing the night away!
I'm 6' 0" with a long, lanky body and a small 34C bust. This dress in size 40L was perfect on me with 2-inch heels. It fit like a glove, and I could not have asked for a better rental. It fit tight (but not uncomfortably so) on my chest, so I had no worries of any wardrobe malfunction! Because I'm pretty small-busted I didn't wear a strapless bra. I felt great in it all night long, and my husband kept telling me how beautiful I looked!
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Sao Paulo Beauty Gown
Carlos Miele
Size Worn: 40L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Feeling confident with my gown and jewelry choices so I could focus on having fun, meeting people, chatting with old friends and dancing the night away!
Classy. Lightweight. Beautiful! My husband eyed them suspiciously and said, "Where did you get those?" LOL! When he found out I'd rented them along with my dress, he looked relieved. : ) I would love to own them and I'm very picky!!
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First Kiss Earrings
Crislu
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B