I rented this dress for a theater performance and dinner date with my husband. It was perfectly comfortable for an evening of sitting (and eating) and I got a lot of compliments. I think it ran a little big, but I've lost weight lately so I'm never really sure what size to get. I've got a 36D bust and the dress was a little loose under the armpits- definitely size down for backup. I wore it with black lace up sandals and got a ton of compliments.

Bermuda Dunes Dress

Shoshanna

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 8

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36C

I wore this for my friend's rehearsal and rehearsal dinner- it was perfect for the event or a casual wedding, BBQ, birthday party, etc due to the casual thick cottony material. I've got a larger chest (36D) that's still pretty perky thanks to not having had kids so I was comfortable without a bra, although I did safety pin and dress tape the top because as others have mentioned it's only held together with one teeny stitch and I didn't need the priest or father of the bide to see a nip slip. I've lost weight so I'm not sure where I am size wise and rented the 8 and 10 (I'm an 8 in Kate spade and j crew dresses right now)- I wore the 8 and probably would have been able to do a 6 but the 8 was good enough. Oh, and the cut out is in a really nice place- kind of right where your ribs spread apart so you don't have to worry about any muffin topping or anything.

Twist and Shout Dress

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 8

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36D

This is such a pretty, feminine dress and really gives a great (or highlights) hourglass figure. I'm 5'3" and it just hit my knees. I was a little concerned about it being tight in the bust (I'm a 36D) but it was perfect and comfortable. I wore it for a 6 course chef's table dinner for my birthday but it'd be perfect for a bridal shower, Easter, tea, or christening.

Jess Dress

kate spade new york

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 8

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36C

These earrings are so pretty- they have an organic, natural elegance to them that worked well with the dress I rented. They were very light-weight and I wore them all day (9am-11pm) with no pain or problems. Highly recommend and would definitely rent again. Heck, I'd buy them if they were in my budget!

Chantilly Garden Earrings

Alexis Bittar

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Usual Size: 8

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36C

I rented this dress for my rehearsal dinner. It is a GORGEOUS shade of electric blue - much more vibrant than the picture shows. I'm normally an 8 and wore a 10 to account for my hips. This fabric has NO stretch and is very wrinkle-prone. I put it on the second before I walked out the door for the five minute drive to our rehearsal, and it was okay, but after our multi-course dinner it was looking a little rough - I wouldn't recommend this dress for an event where you'd be sitting a lot - perfect for a cocktail party, though! Also, if you are pear shaped, I'd stay away - this dress is best for slim hips or at least an hourglass figure that can size up and still fill out the top.

Blue Evie Dress

kate spade new york

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Size Worn: 10

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD

I rented this for my bachelorette party. It is really pretty, but I think for anyone a C cup or larger it's not a good fit. The top is bandage-like - very tight and restricting, but it just wasn't flattering for my chest. If I tried it without a bra it smushed my boobs down, giving a binding-like look (not cute), and with a bra the cleavage was ridiculously obscene and I was one sneeze away from flashing everyone. Thankfully I had time to run out and buy an appropriate dress. The top is more of an oyster color than the ivory it appears in the photos here.

Anabel Lurex Dress

ERIN erin fetherston

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Size Worn: NONE

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD

This dress is a must-rent for pre-wedding events. I tried it on at the showroom before renting- it's so much prettier in person than the model picture shows. My dress was brand new, too! But, this is a lovely, super flattering dress. I got SO many compliments- my fiancé told me I looked hot, too :). The floral pattern is embroidered (maybe?) on the dress, giving it nice texture and the skirt is just perfect for sitting and opening gifts. No worries about up-skirt photos! There are those little bra strap holders in the straps, but all my bras showed a little because the dress is cut so wide. I ended up wearing a strapless bra. Oh, and I wore nude underwear but the dress is lined and thick enough that you definitely don't have to.

White Roses Are Forever Dress

Jill Jill Stuart

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD

This dress is so pretty! It's a deep teal lace with a matching underlay and a matching grosgrain waist. The zipper was a little hard to zip, but nothing too bad- I could still zip it myself. I wore this out to a nice dinner in Atlantic City and then to the casinos- I got a ton of compliments from friends and strangers. I will say that I wish the neckline was a smidge wider- if you have broad shoulda be aware that the cap sleeves might not actually be sleeves.

Lost in Love Dress

Shoshanna

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD

This dress is definitely a "notice me" dress. The material is very stretchy, but the cut is very straight. I toe the line between being pear and hourglass shape - basically I have a booty - and this dress was a little tighter than I would have liked on the bottom, but going up a size would have made the top too loose (and there wasn't a 10 available when I ordered). It was still a great, fun dress and I got a lot of compliments!

Lady in Red Dress

David Meister

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD

This is a nice, simple, LBD. I would say it runs slightly large- the material is a thick knit (like a ponte), so it's really stretchy, comfy, and flattering. It's a bit more drop-waisted than I expected, but it was still a fun, appropriate dress for my work party at a casino. It's a blank canvas and can be as fancy or as casual as you want - really a great dress for those "I don't know what's appropriate!" events.

Flip Switch Dress

HALSTON

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Size Worn: 8

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD

This was my second style - I didn't end up wearing it, but it was cute. The material was a little cheap feeling, but the dress itself looked great. There is no stretch, though, so be warned!

Magenta Royal Standard Dress

Badgley Mischka

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Size Worn: None

Usual Size: 10

Height: 5' 4"

Weight: 140lbs

Bust: 36DD