Kathleen's Reviews
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not my style
I didn't love this, but didn't hate it either. The pattern isn't exactly what I expected and I struggle with feeling confident in more form hugging dresses. I wore with some shape wear underneath and that helped. It has ties in the back which was different but kind of fun. It is smocked all the way down, which can be nice to allow for some give, but just not my favorite look.
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Josette Midi Dress
west of.
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
basic summer dress
Classic casual summer dress. Lightweight and comfortable and easy to throw on. Nothing overly exciting or special, but think it would flatter a lot of figures.
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Striped Smock Waist Dress
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
pretty print
Loved the floral print, but maybe the fabric itself isn't my favorite, perhaps wish it had a bit more volume to it? Just didn't love how it hugged my curves in a way that just felt like clingy, not sexy. Wore with both a black and dark green top and thought it worked. If between sizes would go with the larger one, as it was snug, but still fit well enough that I was able to wear all day without discomfort. Does have a nice twirl factor with the pleats, so that is fun.
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Flora Pleated Skirt
Area Stars
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
sweet dress
Really liked this dress, was very comfortable and flattering. Maybe ran a tab big in the chest, so if between sizes could go with the smaller one. Loved the color and the length, felt pretty while wearing it.
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Rosamund Silk Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
not cute
I perhaps need to come to terms with the fact that I don't actually love DVF prints. This jumpsuit is perhaps the ugliest thing I have rented to date, and looked so much worse in person than the photos from other reviewers or the model. I didn't wear it as the color scheme and the print and fabric were just all wrong for me.
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Andrea Jumpsuit
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
runs small
Cute pattern and like the idea of this dress, but it runs small. I was able to zip up but felt like I was a squeezed sausage, so not good for the self-esteem. It is also pretty short, so if I wore it out of the house, would need tights to go with it. Personally didn't vibe with the ruffles either. Wore for a zoom call at work since it didn't look bad from the waist up, otherwise was a pass for me.
Marina Printed Mini Dress
SIMKHAI
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute - but heavy
This was a skirt I was soclose to purchasing, but talked myself out of. Loved the color scheme, and the fit was super flattering. Wore with both a green and black top, and liked both looks. It is a heavy fabric so best for cooler times of year, as it would be unbearable in the summer. Fit true to size and was comfortable to wear all day.
Pleated Plaid Midi Skirt
PLAN C x RTR
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
touch of sparkle
Cute and simple dress. It is short, so wore with tights. Nice weight for late winter/early spring weather. Flattering fit for those with larger hips/stomach, and comfortable to wear all day at work. Liked the touch of sparkle in the fabric too.
Lana Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
felt like the 2000s again
I referred to these as my jnco jeans, as they were pretty wide legged. Fit was fine and comfortable for jeans, but in the end just not my style.
Superwide Trouser
Madewell
Size Worn: 32
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
out of my comfort zone
I usually shy away from more form-fitting dresses, but honestly this was okay. The pattern is bold, so that was perhaps the bit that didn't really work for me and my pale complexion. This is a heavy knitted fabric, so in that sense I felt "held in" but also weighed down.
Wavy Stripe Knit Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
Liked it but didn't love it
Really cute silhouette, but the print/color wasn't the best on my fair complexion. Wore with black tights and a black camisole to give some contrast. Dress was in good condition, but just not the perfect style for me.
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Tezza Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute floral dress
Liked this dress, but did feel like it was a bit too big in the chest area on me, but otherwise fit was nice and flattering. I also wanted it to be a deeper shade of green, but that is a personal preference. The pearl "buttons" gave a nice character, and the dress was a very easy and comfortable to wear for both work and everyday errands.
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Sophie Wildflower Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
Capes FOREVER
I am super into capes or cape like garments right now, so perhaps I am biased. Loved this, wore over dresses and tops/pants, both long sleeve and short sleeve. Has a nice weight to it, so does help keep you warm, but for like cool fall weather levels of cold.
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Knit Cape
Layered with Love
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
great color but boxy shape
if you are between sizes you need to size down, I probably would have been happier in the size 10, as this runs big. Color and pattern are super fun, but the fit just did nothing for me, making me look wider on top and just didn't feel beautiful wearing it.
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Blue Tie Front Dress
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
Little poofy in the hips
Loved the pattern, and the fit in waist and length worked well for me. The pants have some extra "poof" in the hip area which wasn't really working for me, since that is an area I personally don't want more volume.
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Plaid Trousers
Pamela Love x RTR
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
not my usual vibe - but I liked it
I can get a bit self-conscious with dresses that are more form fitting, but I actually felt pretty in this one. Heavy fabric so was good for colder days, and I wore with black tights. Great color and easy to wear. I think I could have sized down, and still been comfortable, the sleeves were def long on me, so did roll them up.
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Pleated Long Sleeve Knit Mini Dress
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
simple - but not boring
Weight of this sweater was great, still warm but breathable with the open weaving. I did hear a black camisole underneath. Could have maybe sized down as it is an "oversized" look which can just make me look boxy - sleeves were a bit long as well. Loved the color tho!
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Diamond Pointelle Top
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
Great Color
Super comfortable and cozy - got several compliments. Maybe would have been better off a size down, and the sleeves were a bit long.
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Blue Animal Print Sweater
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute fit - just not the best color palette
Fit was great and it has pockets, just didn't think the colors compliment my fair complexion. If it came in different patterns / colors would be all in.
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Erica Brown Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
gorgeous color + pockets!
Loved the color / pattern, the silhouette, and the feel of this dress. Only down side is that it was a bit snug, so had very limited range of motion in my arms. Felt like a dress you could dress up or down, I wore it for a work event and just a day running errands, and did get compliments both times.
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Short Sleeve Collar Full Skirt Day Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
not for me
didn't love this on me, nothing wrong with the shirt itself, just not the best look for me. Had a bit of gaping issues with buttons across my chest, so maybe needed to go a size up, but then think it would have felt too big everywhere else.
Scalloped Collar Top
CeCe
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
fun print
loved the button detail along the side. cute and comfortable sweater, probably could have gone with a L in this one and still been comfortable.
Orco Leopard Print Sweater
Aldomartins
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cape like vibes
cute and comfortable and gave cape like vibes, even as a traditional sweater. fits true to size, probably could have gone with a large and been fine too.
Layered Ruffle Cardigan
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
lightweight jumpsuit
liked the lightweight fabric, and the tie waist to kind of cinch things in. comfortable and easy to put on/off.
Navy Short Sleeve Jumpsuit
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
different - in a good way
I went a bit outside of my comfort zone with this dress, and it actually looked okay! Not something I would want to own, but was fun to try out for a day. Fit was more flattering than I expected.
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Gathered Mesh Dress
GANNI
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
lovely
Really sweet dress and was easy to wear. Fit nicely and felt pretty wearing it, nothing terribly unique or exciting about it, but worked well as a rental for me.
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Nime Dress
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
size down!
I know the oversized look is on purpose, but this was just massive! I am usually between a 12 or 14, and this size 10 still felt way too big on me,
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Sheer Long Sleeve Top
BOSS
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute - but low neckline
Comfortable and easy casual dress. I did have to go braless as I didn't have any bras what worked with this neckline.
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Madeline Nap Dress
Hill House Home
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
olive it!
The only thing I didn't love about this sweater was the neckline was a bit tighter than I would prefer. Otherwise really fun print and nice quality and easy to wear.
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Olives Crew Neck Sweater
Terez
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
fun colors
Felt I could have sized down to get the right fit, but it wasn't so baggy that it was unwearable. Sleeves were a bit long, but overall a fun colorful sweater!
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Retro Check Sweater
Chinti & Parker
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
pretty!
Loved the color and the subtle sparkle. I didn't rent the skit, but really loved the top with slacks. Fit was great, and liked the little bow detail in the back.
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Crew Neck Short Sleeve Baby Tee
CeCe
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute and flattering
This dress was super cute, the fabric is really interesting and had a bit more sheen to it than I was expecting. Loved the longer zipper pull in the back, but wasn't wild about the string details in the front, think I would have liked it better without. I think this dress would look great on a lot of body types and great for spring/summer weather.
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Floral Midi Dress
MICHAEL KORS
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
nice sweater, but pretty basic
I didn't love this one, even though in theory it has a lot of elements I would like. It is a lovely shade of green and I thought the peplum shape would give it more interest, but it all fell a bit flat for me. Had to wear a strapless bra to work with the neckline. Material was heavier than I expected as well. It was fine, just nothing special.
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Green Square Neck Peplum Top
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
business casual - with an edge
Dress fit great, and really loved the cut of the neckline/shoulders. Length worked well for my shorter frame too. I didn't realize it had distressed edges on ruching in front, but I really liked it and it added interest to the look.
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Philo Dress
Rachel Comey
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
beautiful color
loved this top, really pretty colors and very flattering shape. only small gripe was the tie in front... it was hard to get it to match the image and tie nicely and make that closed in neckline look.
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Klarin Top
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
a lot - but not in a bad way
Fabric of this dress was a bit heavier than I expected, but clearly due to being higher quality than just being a patterned printed on. Fit was spot on, besides the sleeves... I struggled a bit with them falling down a lot, which was annoying, maybe needed some tape to help keep them up? Really liked the length of the dress and that it had pockets!
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Rosy Garden Midi Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute and comfortable
Fit was very comfortable and loved the color & pattern. Felt it flattered my figure nicely, and made me feel beautiful wearing it, liked the way the sleeves hit on my arms as well. Worked well for warmer weather too as the fabric was not too heavy.
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Pebble Dream Mixed Media Dress
NIC + ZOE
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
those aren't real buttons, but she still cute
comfortable and easy to wear, really liked the neckline and the collar. as others have noted, the buttons are not functional, so they do kind of like flop around a bit, but I still think they add a cute detail. fabric is not too heavy, so was suitable for warmer fall-ish weather. Wore with both black jeans and wide leg trousers. hits right at the waist, and I am a bit self conscious about my lower mid-section, so usually prefer tops that give me more coverage there.
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Short Sleeve Striped Cardigan
NVLT
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
cute little jumpsuit
really loved the fabric on this one, very comfortable, and felt more luxurious than some other jumpsuits I have rented. liked the length and worked great on a shorter gal like me. I wore with flats but think it would look real cute with heels too. easy to get in and out of, which is important for jumpsuits. liked the belt and thought it was a flattering fit on me, even with carrying most of the weight in my hips. felt like the pockets did flare out a bit on me, but think if I had gone up in size it would have been too big everywhere else.
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Textured Knit Crepe Jumpsuit
N Natori
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C
lovely dress + pockets
rented this for a special event and found it through the RTR stylist, so that was cool. really pretty fabric and pattern on the skirt, and it has pockets, which is always a win in more formal wear dresses in my book. fit was comfortable and very flattering for pear shaped figures.
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Black Floral Jacquard Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 12P
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38C