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Perfect fit
I've been looking for shorts that fit like this for ages -- loose around the hips/thighs but not baggy at the waist.
High Rise Shorts
ASKK NY
Size Worn: 29
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Great postpartum dress
Wore this in the weeks after giving birth, a really flattering fit and got lots of compliments
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Capistrano Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Rented for newborn photos
I really loved this but the color washed me out, so I didn't end up wearing. Fit was great and I wish it came in other colors!
Ivory Lace Tea Dress
Free People
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Only cute on the model
I had to laugh... this is one of those dresses that is only cute on the model. Super unflattering and baggy all around.
The Jenna Maternity Dress
HATCH
Size Worn: 1R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Uncomfortable fabric
The dress is cute, but the fabric reminds me of an art class smock apron - super stiff and immobile. Did not end up wearing.
Orange Trim Ric Rac Dress
Sail to Sable
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect for a black tie wedding
This wedding was black-tie with a light Gatsby theme, so this dress worked perfectly. It is definitely snug! I am usually a 0 but sized up for the 2, and even that left little extra room. Lots of compliments on this throughout the night! The side slit is a nice touch.
Charleston Gown
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
A lot of skirt
I didn't end up wearing this. There's a lot of skirt here, and it seemed to make the gingham print feel even younger, like a child's party dress.
Gingham Flare Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
A little too much skirt
I rented this for a casual BBQ baby shower, but the skirt was super full and made it seem dressier than the casual sundress I wanted. Aside from the occasion, I also felt like the skirt began too high on my torso making it a bit unflattering. Still - super cute pattern, and always love to have pockets.
Mini Bloom Burnout Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Classic work dress
Ordered this as a replacement dress after another style didn't work out, and I loved it. Many compliments and suggestions that I keep it permanently. As others have said, it's a funny kind of wicking material to have for a dress, but I didn't mind that.
Kristie Dress
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Weird fit
I rented this for a work conference but ended up sending it back for a new style. The shoulder/arm/torso fit is very off, in that the sleeves don't fall where they should and there's too much extra fabric on your torso. Even the size 0 was too big and off-kilter. Unrelated to fit, the red was much more of a dark maroon than in the photos.
Sangria Califa Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Comfortable and easy to wear
I wore this for a black-tie work gala, and really appreciated the coverage of the dress; so many formal dresses are strapless or show a lot of skin and I was worried about that for a professional setting. This is full sequins! It was a little more bold than I usually go, but got lots of compliments. You can wear a real bra with it, and because of the sequins, there's no risk of wrinkles.
Midnight Sequin Stars Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Tons of compliments
I wore this for a work gala and it was conservative enough for that, but with fun touches that were noticed by everyone. I love the flared bell sleeve detail, and the lace was so pretty. I will definitely have this on my list to rent again for a winter wedding. The only con was that it ran a little large in the waist and sleeves -- not so noticeable, but I would have liked it to fit a little better.
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Navy Louise Sheath
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Sleek dress with flirty details
The color and length of this dress added some conservative elements but the detailed cutouts and flared bottom give it a nice air of fun! It's low cut, so I wore without a bra to minimize cleavage (small-chested anyway). The 2 was definitely more comfortable than the 0, as the dress is very fitted. Lots of compliments!
Plunging Navy Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect and stylish fit
I wore this to a friend's rehearsal dinner and unfortunately didn't take any photos, but loved wearing it so much! The size 0 worked but the 2 was just slightly more comfortable, so I would size up for a less tight fit. I loved the pattern and the tailoring of this dress. It was full coverage while also being stylish and cute. Will definitely rent again!
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Jardin Tile Jacquard Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Statement earrings for rehearsal dinner
These were a fun, dressy addition to my simple white sundress at our rehearsal dinner. Not heavy, despite how big they are. Lots of compliments!
That Special Sparkle Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Didn't wear, but a cute look
I loved the look of this jumpsuit, except for the side cutouts, which were why I didn't end up wearing it for my event. Standing up, all is fine, but the minute you sit down, your stomach naturally collapses and there's a full view of it on both sides. I didn't want to spend all night worrying about how that looked.
Dark Side View Jumpsuit
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect for New Years Eve
This was a classic NYE outfit, and I loved that it was more of a dark bronze sparkle than bright gold. The dress is stretchy and form-fitting. As other reviews have said, the arms are the tightest part of the dress and were uncomfortable throughout the whole night. The sequins hurt when pulling the cap sleeves on and off, to the point where I have scrapes on my arms days later!
Gold Sequin Mini Dress
Dress The Population
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Stylish and elegant
My event was canceled so I didn't actually get to wear this! Will be renting again. I loved the high neck balanced with the open slit in front, and the length was just long enough to be appropriate for more formal/conservative events.
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Black Giana Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Beautiful lace detailing and colors
I loved wearing this dress and would definitely purchase it! It's so unique and really stands out. I wore a strapless bra since the shoulders have see-through lace. I did go one size up from usual to be more comfortable. This was perfect for a fall outdoor wedding!
Draped With Lace Sheath
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Classic and conservative
I wore this to a fall wedding, so the 3/4 sleeve was useful. I thought this dress was fine -- not super special, but nothing bad to say about it. Although my normal size fit, there is no stretch to the dress at all so I worried about the lace ripping with any sudden movements and ended up wearing a size up to be more comfortable.
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Lace me in Teal Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Cute date night dress
Unfortunately, my normal size wasn't available to ship so I had to wear one size up. It was definitely looser than I would have liked, but still cute. The colors and pattern are fun and different.
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Envelope Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Gorgeous lines and color
I got so many compliments wearing this to a vineyard wedding! The color is great and the fabric thick enough that I didn't need to wear a bra under the top shift. It definitely runs tight; I went with my size up option. Beautiful color!
Blue Drigges Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Great color, fun sleeves
I wore this to a rehearsal dinner. The sleeves have a lot of fabric but it's a nice touch to an otherwise simple dress. Loved the color!
Madame Butterfly Shift
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Great for a professional event
As others have noted, this definitely runs small. This is the only RTR dress that I've rented where I had to size up, in part because the fabric is very thin so everything shows where it doesn't fit right. That said, I loved wearing this to a work event and got tons of compliments all day. The midi length is very chic with heels, and the colorblocking was a nice change for my (usually black!) wardrobe.
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Multi Colorblock Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B
Classic lace detail, comfortable fit
I wore this to a spring wedding and it was the perfect fabric for warm evening/cool later on. The lace overlay is thick enough that I didn't need a bra. Midi length was nice with heels! I would rent this again, or in the other color available as well.
Navy Beaux Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect for a winter wedding
This dress is simple but makes for a really elegant look. Definitely need to wear tall heels -- mine were 3.5" tall and I still stepped on some of the fabric from time to time. It was a little tough to dance in, but all the compliments throughout the evening made up for it!
Midnight Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32B
So many compliments, so fun to wear!
There is a LOT of fabric to the back of this dress, which made me a little nervous at first. It's definitely dramatic! But it's such a fun dress to wear, and everyone commented on it all night long. I ordered the 0 and the 2, and ultimately went with the 0. No bra needed, as the fabric is very thick. Best part: pockets! Loved renting this one.
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Floral Jadore Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32B