Susan's Reviews
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Heavy!
This fit nicely and weighs a ton! This made it most comfortable over thin layers.
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Faux Shearling Jacket
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Lots of fun, heavy
This is heavier than it looks but that was just what I needed. Comfy fabric. Love the collar! Pairs well with denim.
Manon Striped Rugby Shirt
Claudie Pierlot
Size Worn: 1
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Comfortable. Warm
For perfectly for layering on recent ski vacation and around town before
Fair Isle Sweater
kate spade new york
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Nice dress
This fit TTS and the interesting design on the side adds shape.
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Floral Ruffle Mini Dress
MICHAEL KORS
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Lovely
I almost kept this one but heading into spring I figured I'll just rent again next fall if available. For was perfect. Knit is heavy and doesn't wrinkle. The weight makes it hang in a very flattering way while still kind of showing off any figure you have. Great with tall boots.
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Sequin Knit Midi Dress
Maje
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Fun dress
The little bit of sparkle is a lot of fun but still office appropriate. I felt like this was flirting with too short for me (at my age - 53) but it was still okay and office appropriate for the most part. Slightly tight across the chest so I just had to watch the buttons but it was still comfortable on. The collar is removable if you want a different look but both times I wore it I kept it on. If it were about an inch longer I may have bought it.
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Lenora Mini Dress With Collar
Sandro
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Great for vacation
I loved wearing this dress on vacation in Barbados. It was prefect for the Caribbean and traveled well (I did steam it a bit before wearing). My husband really liked this one, too, and it was also super comfortable. Fit was pretty perfect too!
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Shelly Maxi Dress
Cleobella
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Loved this
I wore this to an outdoor reception and got many compliments. The only problem I had is it was windy and I had to keep one hand on the skirt to avoid a Marilyn moment...but under normal circumstances this is a great and easy to wear dress.
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Summer Lilies Twill Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
In love with this
This is my second rental of a jacket from Sandro and I've loved them both. This one is nice for fall, and I think it looks sharp with a white shirt and either jeans or chinos. It could be nice with a skirt, too. It's good for the office, meetings/conferences, or just out and about when you want a polished look.
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Double-Faced Brown Jacket
Sandro
Size Worn: 36
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
I ended up not wearing this
I had another dress in the pile I ended up liking better. This was very comfortable but I felt like it showed every tiny bump so I just wasn't comfortable in it.
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Reade Pinstripe Knit Dress
SIMONMILLER
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Fun dress
This material is very stretchy, but somehow even with the stretch the buttons stay buttoned - once you get them all secured. I was really concerned at first that it was either going to gap at the buttons or one would come undone but neither was the case. It worked perfectly. Small fit me nicely, but I might have been slightly more comfortable in a medium.
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Veda Denim Dress
Levi's
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Nice overall
The fit is nice, and the material is super thick viscose (so not hot, but the thickness gives it some weight and allows it to cling without showing every little thing.) No wrinkles at all making this one perfect for travel. I wore it to a work conference
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Patney Colorblock Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
It's okay
The fit is nice and it's comfortable as can be but it's just.... I'm not sure. It's a little church-y and yet somehow it feels like it wouldn't quite be appropriate there, either. I wore it to the office but I felt a little out of place, though I was comfortable. I'm not sure just why, either, because it really is overall nice.
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Smocked Button Down Shirt Dress
MICHAEL KORS
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Didn't wear it
I wanted to love this but it was too tight across the bust (and I am average size there). I considered ordering it again in a 6 but the neck line felt a bit awkward to me and I figured I probably won't wear it. Also it would likely be too large in the hips for me in that size. The fabric and design are overall great except the slightly weird neck.
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Mirabella Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Nice dress
I need to do better about getting photos given how much I rely on them myself but I didn't get one with this dress It fit nicely and hugs the body without being too constricting - with one exception. Since there is no slit the length of it makes walking a little awkward at first, but I quickly got used to it. I wore this with a cardigan too the office (cardigan was so I didn't feel too "exposed" in a conservative environment). It was comfortable, attractive, and brand new when I received it so in great condition. I liked this one enough I would consider renting again, but trendy enough I don't want to own it.
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Striped Darcy Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Thinking of buying
Fits very true to size and I feel a bit like a Greek goddess in it
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Linen Tie Front Dress
MICHAEL KORS
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
I wanted to love it...
The chest fits really weird, I don't know how to explain it. Just tight thee but nowhere else and I'm not large chested. Sleeves were a bit long for me and won't work if you're trying to do
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Smooth Talker Dress
BLANKNYC
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute but itchy
Even with something under, this one was itchy for me. But I endured it for a day because it was cute.
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Multi Striped Sweater
Caslon
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Mixed feelings about this one
This one actually looks beautiful on and is in my favorite color combo of pink and green! However, the top is weirdly tight compared to the rest of the outfit - perhaps it must be to lie properly - but while it didn't really LOOK too tight, that feeling like I had on weird shapewear and couldn't fully exhale just didn't work for me. I may try it again in medium, but then I'm afraid it will just be too big overall, as it fit very nicely (even generously) in other areas.
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Cowl Neck Midi Dress
Louna
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Fun (and short)
I took this on vacation with me though I didn't end up wearing it as I didn't end up with a "daytime" occasion where I felt like I needed to dress to this level (it's not overly dressy, I just spent most of my time in swimwear and cover ups). This is cute though I don't tend to wear things that are 100% strapless, but I would have worn this if the occasion permitted. The material is light and airy, the shorts are pretty short, and it is also very flattering and stretchy so that it likely fits a wide range of body types in each size range.
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Tuta Romper
Fuzzi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
This was beautiful and comfortable
I took this to Cancun recently for vacation and it was perfect for an evening where I needed to dress up just a bit, but certainly didn't need to go "evening wear". It was comfortable, cute, and stylish - doesn't hurt that it has a pink and green pattern and that combination is my favorite! (Holla, holla to any Vixens out there also liking the pink and green!)
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Floral Sleeveless Smocked Waist Jumpsuit
CeCe
Size Worn: SP
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute, feels great, small
this is cute and it has a nice feel to it. I love the light blue color - it goes with more than it initially seems. Ultimately, it was just a TINY bit too small for every day use, which was my hope with this one.
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Robinson Light Blue Shoulder Bag
Tory Burch Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Stole the day at the office
Wore to an important office meeting and got far more compliments than usual. It did fit me like it was tailored, too, though which helped I think. 36-29-36
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Navy Floral Sheath
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Compliments every time
I initially thought this was “just okay” when I tried it on but it got lots of compliments when I wore it around town. Super comfortable too- just be careful if you undo it entirely while in the bathroom- easy to let it drag on the floor or worse.
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Sailynn Short-Sleeve Romper
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Great basic “church dress”
Good for the office, church, every day, or other times when you want an all-purpose dress.
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Kiki Floral Dress
Rails
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Almost perfect
This bag is fun and adorable. It’s also just the right size for an everyday bag for me. Unfortunately, it has not single interior pocket or I’d have bought it. I’ve rented it at least twice now. If it had even one small pocket it would be my favorite bag of all time. Clasps closed (partially) with a magnet.
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Karlie Chain Shopper
Rebecca Minkoff Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Very nice!
This is a really nice jumpsuit that fit me nicely - I wish I had some photos! I wore with strapless bra as I don’t do no bra outfits ever - it’s just not me - BUT this was structured enough that it could be done for people without that aversion. I wore this to an outdoor/rooftop summer reception for an engagement party and it was perfect. Looked amazing and was comfortable as well.
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Blue Floral Wide Leg Jumpsuit
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Lovely for many occasions
I really wanted the 4R but it wasn't available so I took my chances with the 2R and it was wearable (and just slightly tight in the chest area only). The other reviewers mentioning the two zippers really did help! This has an elegant look and while I wore it to a social event, I would have been comfortable wearing this to the office with a cardigan or jacket. Currently not available in any size, but I would definitely rent this one again(ideally in the 4).
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Mixed Panel Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Nice dress
This dress is a great base for many accessories. You can really jazz it up with colorful shoes, belts, scarves, handbags, etc. I am seeing this shade of green everywhere this year, too! It fit me like a glove in size 4. At time of wearing I am 5’3”, 121lbs, 35-28-35. It feels slightly low cut to me without a real remedy but with the right cut on my bra it’s fine. I do have a somewhat wide rib cage and there is no extra room there for me and no stretch but it works fine. I had to iron this one. I tried steaming but the underskirt- which really adds some fun to this and shape- needed ironed. Feels great on and looks good, too!
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Green Linen Dress
TOME x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute when you need a small bag
This closes with a magnet so you have to avoid overstuffing - but it holds plenty for an evening or afternoon event. I used this at a work conference where I just needed to be able to carry phone, pen, small wallet and hotel key/map. It held a few more things than that and worked perfectly while looking super classy!
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Origami Black Mini Bag
3.1 Phillip Lim Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Works with some fashion tape
Overall I really liked this. The fit was great everywhere except the top which required some fashion tape to avoid exposure. Normally, I’d give something 5 stars still when I have to adjust for my own body type a bit but I find it hard to imagine any body that can wear this without tape or pins (or a camisole). it just gapes weirdly at the top. But aside from that it is really nice and clean looking - with an overall flattering look on my fairly petite frame.
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Printed Harmon Dress
Equipment
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 34D
Unwearable - too itchy!
Is this thing embroidered with fiberglass? It was unbearably itchy, and I’m not especially sensitive. It probably would have been cute on after steaming wrinkles out but it was absolutely unwearable due to the extreme itchiness!!
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Coconut Embroidered Romper
FARM Rio
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38C
One of my favorite rentals ever
If not for the cost along with some concern that this is more of a trendy item than a classic one, I'd have purchased this one! Great look and feel.
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Black Birdy Watch
Shinola
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Runs a little large
I'm glad I listened to other reviewers and sized down on this one. Very cute and comfortable. Easy to wear. I may rent this one again in the spring.
Blue Tammy Dress
Parker
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 38C
Comfortable and stylish
I enjoyed wearing this and I am sorry that I didn't get a photo. The Large fit me well - not much give in the fabric which is typical of silk. The dress needed a little steaming to get wrinkles from shipping out but the steamer I got when I started "unlimited" has proven a great tool for freshening up garments after shipping. I might have kept this longer but there are a few other things I want to try before it gets cooler!
Blue Ribbon Asymmetrical Shift
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 38C
Fun dress!
I wore this dress in two dates but also to the office and I loved it. It is short. I am only 5'3 1/2 and this barely covered me. I was fine as long as I didn't bend over and took care when getting up from sitting but had I rented it in the fall I probably would have worn tights with it. Great fabric and fun all around to wear. I almost kept it a while longer (rented using unlimited) but it is unique enough to stand out and be remembered so I will probably just re-rent it again in a few months. This one was a winner for me!
Mixed Floral Printed Ruffle Dress
Carven
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 38C
Comfortable and elegant
I don't often wear long gowns since I don't like super high heels and I'm 5'3". This gown in 10p was the perfect length and the weight of the fabric allowed it to drape nicely. I was comfortable (very important to me) and I felt like I was dressed approximately for the gala I attended without drawing extraordinary attention to myself simply because of my attire (which is my preference.). I paired it with some drop earrings also from RTR and they marched beautifully. Dress was darker than I expected from the pictures - a deep navy color but I liked it a lot. I did feel plenty pretty in this dress and received a number of compliments. This is not my first RTR experience but after this one I did sign up for unlimited!
Major Moment Gown
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 10P
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 38C