Kathryn's Reviews
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Straps are not wearable. Way too short.
This dress has such great potential and is really cute. You will not be able to wear it with the straps. They are way too short, like a malfunction from the designer. If you are OK with wearing the strapless and occasionally having the straps peek out, it’s worth running. If you really like to have the straps, which I did, I wouldn’t get it. I am speaking to the medium that I rented.
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Larkin Maxi Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C
So cute and versatile!
I wore to a country concert in Vegas but could easily have reworn for a girls night out, date night, wedding guest, etc. It’s super cute. I’m a 4/6 and 5’8”. The 6 fit perfectly.
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Pink Paillette Mini Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C
Belt is tight around rib cage. Size up
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Alais Dress
Vanessa Bruno
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Wore 36 weeks pregnant
Lots of room. I'd size down for normal wear. I wore 36 weeks pregnant and had plenty of room. I'm usually a 4 (not pregnant).
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Inga Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Wore this 34 weeks pregnant and loved!
I sized up 2 sizes for maternity. This was really cute with tennies and a bump. I am 5'9". 166 pounds at 35 weeks and this was a perfect fit.
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Lea Ruffle Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Fits big! I had to belt and still the straps fell.
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Lana Smocked Dress
Sea New York
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Wore with a 26 week bump!

Parasol Dress
Chinti & Parker
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Chest is very small. Cut off half my boobs.
Love everything hunter bell and am always a six. This cut off the bottom half of my boobs. Wasn’t revealing but super weird and uncomfortable. Didn’t even want to wear around the house.
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Poppy Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 36C
Super cute with a bump!
I wore this at 23 weeks pregnant. I’m a 4/6 in clothing pre-bump. My rib cage tends to be the issue and puts me in a 6. I got the medium and it was perfect. I loved it belted and wore it to a brunch and then just around town. Could go either dressy or casual in my opinion. Not breathable, so I was dying in the 90 degree Alabama heat and humidity.
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Laura Dress
MISA Los Angeles
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 34D
Chest is very tight!
I’m consistently a 6. 34/c bra so very normal. I got a medium. The chest on this was so tight that I couldn’t wear a bra and my books were super compressed. I wore it but only once. It is cute!
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Mixed Print Maxi
FARM Rio
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 34D
Such a fabulous dress!
I was a size 27/4 before I had my baby. I’m 7 weeks postpartum and close to that, but still have a little tummy to hide. This dress was perfect for that! I belted it and looked like I did before baby!!! Highly recommend!
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Marisol Dress
Marie Oliver
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Boring. Lacks shape.
I wore 36 weeks pregnant. I didn’t love or hate. Just felt like it was a blah errands dress.
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Rumi Gingham Midi Dress
Rails
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Wore 33 weeks pregnant. Not flattering.
I wore this dress 33 weeks pregnant. There was zero shape to it. Wouldn’t rent pregnant or not pregnant.
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Crazy Daisy Breakfast Dress
La DoubleJ
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Sized up 2 sizes to fit pregnant belly at 37 weeks.
Prepregnancy I was a 2/4. I sized up to an 8 and it was so cute on my belly. I could’ve done the 10 bc I couldn’t zip the dress with a bra. So so cute. Prob my favorite dress I’ve worn during pregnancy. I was 36-38 weeks pregnant when I wore.
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Ellyn Dress
Ulla Johnson
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34C
Too small in the chest! I ordered the 4. I usually wear a 2. Should have gotten the 6.

Pine For You Dress
Three Floor
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute dress, but size up! I usually wear a 2 and the 4 was too tight.
Runs small! I didn't mind the length but the short skirt and a tight fit made it unwearable.

Black Topanga Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34B
Tight across chest.
I have small boobs and it was tight across the chest. I usually wear a 2 and needed a 4.

Black Floral Button Down Dress
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34B
Not for tall girls
It was very tight and too snug in length.

Marlee Romper
AMUR
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 32C
Fits extremely small. I am never a 4, but should have gotten the 4 instead of the 2.
Too tight!

Phoenix Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 32C
Great for conservative wine night event!
The extra small fit perfectly. I am a size 0/2.

Tapestry Lace Top
kate spade new york
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 119lbs
Bust: 32C
Great dress---true to size, if you have slim hips!
This is a great dress. Not necessarily a show stopper, but still a great red to wear on date nights or to a summer cocktail party. I wear a size 2 in most brands, with the exception of Milly or Elizabeth and James (wear a 4 in those). This dress was a bit tight, as it doesn't have any give in the hips...but I went commando and it looked great. I'm 5'8" and while it was short, it wasn't too bad. I felt comfortable and sexy at 32. If you're looking at getting a backup size, size up. This dress does not run big. It's either true to size or small. If you have hips, size up. I don't, which was my saving grace on the 2. Enjoy!
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Red Viola Dress
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C
Cute romper, but runs VERY large!
The style and fabric of this romper were both great, but unfortunately it runs very large. I'm traditionally a small in everything. I wear a 2 on most occasions, but a 4 in designers like Molly and Elizabeth and James. This romper was HUGE! I had to safety pin it to even keep the top up. The bottom elastic was fine but there was so much extra fabric. The small definitely fits more like a medium. I would think someone who is a size 6, maybe even a small 8, would be a better fit for the small.

Black Desiree Romper
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
New Years Eve in Herve!
Loved the blue color of this dress. It definitely stood out and highlighted my blue eyes. The cut was perfect. I wore a strapless bra and felt the cleavage was perfect for a black tie affair. I don't like to have it all hanging out, so this was important for me. The long is Long, which was great for me! I wouldn't recommend the long to anyone under 5'8". The only con that I have is that the dress did not hide my midsection at all. In fact, it appeared highlighted in pictures. Suck in and angle your body during pics!!!

Blue Annabelle Gown
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: SL
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Ran very small. No lining.
Unfortunately, this dress ran very small. I ordered a size 2, as this is my normal Size. It was very tight and there was no liner. I would recommend ordering one size up. Still not worth the rental in my opinion.

Red True Love Ruffle Dress
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Many compliments! Made me look like I was pregnant in pics!
I love this dress and got so many compliments. I wore spanx since it was super tight. I felt like the color change of the sequins accented my stomach. Also, the bottom is a little looser than I would have preferred as it looked funny in pics. That being said, I'm glad I rented it. Friends loved it. Guys drooled. Easy to dance in. Ultimate statement dress. Shoes were difficult. I would recommend a shoe that doesn't have any ankle straps as it made my long legs look short.

Navy and Pink Shawn Sheath
Dress The Population
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Wore this to a business cocktail event! Major hit!
I got compliments all night. Love the fit of this dress. The green is beautiful. Love the lace. Dainty. Form fitting.

Emerald Green Suzette Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Gorgeous dress
I really wish this dress had fit, but I needed the 2L rather than the 0. I'm usually a 2, but tried to make the 0 work. No luck! It's true to size!
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Stamped With Flowers Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C
Winter red dress
I didn't end up wearing this dress, because the color was more of a winter red than a summer. Fit nicely though and was pretty.
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Beauty in a Bottle Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C
Love these earrings! So gorgeous and matched my gold dress perfectly.
Love these earrings! Wish they were more affordable, so I could own them!
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Dana Earrings
Bounkit
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C
Perfect work dress.
Loved this as a transitional dress to spring. Wore to work. Quality dress. Flattering if you have a flat stomach.

Cleo Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Great top---very basic, everyday.
I wore this top for a super casual dinner at a dive restaurant with my boyfriend. Would prob wear for a casual outdoor festival, but it wasn't anything special. Just a basic. Fits well. I wish it was about 2 inches longer, but I'm tall.
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Contrast Plaid Button Down
Equipment
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Love, love, love this vest! Such a transitional piece!
It's a little large for my 2/4 size frame, but it still looks great. Just an oversized fit. Have enjoyed wearing it on several occasions. Highly recommend. I'm going to make this a staple in my closet! :)
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Midnight Vest
Adrienne Landau
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Great dress. Wore to a work party and then a night out with my boyfriend.
Very flattering. Was able to wear a razorback bra. Love the scallop detail.

Make It Scalloped Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect for work and drinks after
Wore with tights and booties. Super cute for work and then going out to dinner. If you have hips, I would size up.

Everly Shift
Raoul
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Dress was a bit too summery for the occasion
I loved the fit of the dress. I rented it for a holiday party, but the dress was too summery to wear. May rent in the summer.

Ruby Ruby Red Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
Loved this dress! Very classic and flattering.
Loved the length of the skirt. I have long legs and it was short enough to show some leg, but long enough to cover my tail :)
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Sydney Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 32D
I typically wear a 4 and it fit just fine! It is absolutely gorgeous on. Unfortunately, the 4 was worn and the beading was coming off. It was disappointing, but RTR sent me a new dress to make up for it.
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I typically wear a 4 and it fit just fine! It is absolutely gorgeous on. Unfortunately, the 4 was worn and the beading was coming off. It was disappointing, but RTR sent me a new dress to make up for it.
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Thats So Fringe dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 133lbs
Bust: 36C