Penelope's Reviews
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19 reviews
Worth the struggle
Great quality Luke always from this brand. The shoulders do run a bit big and I had to pin it as the button is a bit small for the button loop.
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Furrow Stripe Wrap Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Well fitting - nothing special
Fit well and was comfortable all day long. It doesn't wrinkle and it's somewhat versatile. I'd wear it again if I found it in my closet but it wasn't a show stealer.
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Black Floral Allen Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Didn't love
I saw the rave reviews but this just didn't do it for me. It's ok from the front but I didn't find it flattering from any other angle.
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Navy Floral Faux Wrap Dress
Great Jones
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
A bit too flowy
These either runs large or the fit just didn't work for me. Its meant to be flowy, but from the waist down it was just a ridiculous amount of material. Lovely fabric and it felt great on but I didn't wear it.
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Pleated Shirtdress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Elevated Basic
I wish RTR would carry more of these types of pieces. It's a simple black dress; however, both material and fit are spot on. I wore it to work and dressed it up for a night out. Would absolutely rent again.
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Milano Jersey Dress
Emporio Armani
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Runs big and long
I know this brand runs large so I went with a size 2 vice my normal 4. The bottom is still quite a bit looser fitting than in the pic, and even at 5'5" it fits more mid calf length. It's not a winner but its a nice color and a comfortable dress for work.
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Aurora Dress
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
meh
True to size but not flattering. Something about the placement of the waist band and the material just makes this a no.
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Leaf Printed Jumpsuit
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Has potential
I felt this ran large through the body, which combined with fitted sleaves didn't work. A belt didn't really help either. Sizing down probabaly would have helped, but I'm not sure I could make the arms work then. Very comfortable and the material is lovely.
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Floral Shirt Dress
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Short
I sized up based on reviews. It was still really short, but too large in an unflattering way AND too short. I didn't wear. The color is nice - the material makes it appear cheaper than it is.
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Micki Romper
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Didn't work for me
I tried both the 4 and the 6 and neither worked. The 6 was too big, the 4 was also too big but I don't think I could have sized down again. When a jumpsuit is a bit over sized, it should just fit as flowy, this one has too much material in the hips and upper thighs, so it comes off as dumpy. Not flattering, didn't wear.
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Valanya Jumpsuit
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Runs large - lots of material
Runs big - lots of buttons.
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Floral Print Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Shirt Length
Really, really, really short. Not a mini, a shirt :(
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Black Minna Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Low cut and pouffy
Very comfortable dress and feels like a dream on. It's lower cut than expected and there was a bit too much volume through the waist and hip to the flattering. Belting recommended.
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Avali Dress
Joie
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
Nothing special
True to size and quality is consistent with the brand.
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Leo Knot Top
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
n/a
Loved everything about it. Fit like a glove and was extremely comfortable. Will definitely rent again.
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Newton Sheath
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
n/a
I wore this twice - once to a charity luncheon and one to work. It runs slightly large, but not in an unflattering way. It was extremely comfortable and very versatile. It is a cotton blend so it may not be formal enough for some work settings but it works for mine. I will definitely rent again.
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Navy V-Neck Suit Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
n/a
Fit true to Black Halo size - very comfortable and flattering.
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Kaitlyn Mini Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
n/a
Stunning! The quality and fit that Black Halo always delivers. I always wear a size 4 in this brand and this fit like a glove. Sleeves were a bit too tight but I have large shoulders --and it wasn't uncomfortable. Will definitely rent again.
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Floral Jodee Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D
n/a
I tried this first in my normal Ted Baker size 2. Way too big. Sized down to the 1 and it fit perfectly. This is a gorgeous dress. Very high quality as always with this brand and a great fit. Will definitely rent this stunner again.
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Annile Dress
Ted Baker
Size Worn: 1R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32D