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Versatile summer dress
I initially rented this for my boyfriend's company's summer work outing and have worn it twice since then - once during a weekend destination wedding and again for a day out and about running errands. I wore it with white Converse sneakers and a denim jacket for the work outing, and sandals on the weekend...I think it could also be dressed up with heels and jewelry but haven't had a chance to try it yet! The stripes run diagonal so it's much more figure flattering than most striped dresses. The fabric does seem to pill easily which is the only reason I didn't buy it. One of the most versatile dresses I've ever rented, super cute and easy to wear!
Gathered Stripes Sheath
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Playful daytime dress
The fabric is very lightweight which makes this dress a perfect choice for hot summer days. The floral print is cute and cheerful and would be perfect for daytime or casual events. I love the pleats in the skirt, and it has pockets which is always a plus! The colors are pretty but weren't especially flattering on my fairer skin (not unflattering, but just not quite right) which is the only reason I wasn't totally in love with this one, but it's a great dress overall!
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Rosy Picnic Dress
Suno
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Figure-flattering perfection!
This is the most beautiful yet simple dress I've ever worn, and so comfortable I didn't want to take it off! The color is beautiful (much better in person, the pictures don't do it justice) and the shape is incredibly flattering. I wore it to work and out to dinner after, and I think you could wear it to weddings and cocktail parties, and basically anywhere. The fabric is stretchy so it's super comfortable, and thick enough to look luxurious at the same time. Don't hesitate to rent this one!!
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Blue Citra Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Crochet + pockets = perfect dress!
This dress is the perfect combination of pretty and practical! I rented it through Unlimited and have worn it to work twice (so far). The fabric is great for summer, lightweight enough for a comfortable subway commute but thick enough to keep me from freezing in office air conditioning. The crochet on the sleeves and skirt make it stand out without showing too much skin and the shape is very figure flattering. I was lucky and got one with the sash (seems like it's been missing for others) but I want to try wearing it again with one of my own belts. Rent this dress, you won't regret it!
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Navy Miralene Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Lightweight & comfortable
I actually liked this dress more than I expected! I rent a lot of dresses for work through Unlimited and wanted to try something different from the form-fitting styles I usually wear, so I gave this dress a try. For a shirtdress, it's not dowdy at all, and the drawstring makes it easy to cinch the waist in. The floral pattern is SO cute and the fabric is lightweight but not too sheer (as long as you wear black undergarments you'll be fine). At 5'8, the size 0 was a tad shorter than I would prefer for wearing to work, but on a summer Friday it was okay -- in more casual settings the length was perfect. It's not a head-turner, but I liked this dress a lot and would rent it again! (Looking forward to wearing it in early fall with some brown boots!)
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Tapestry Garden Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Unique and beautiful but runs large!
Based on the other reviews I ordered this in a size 2, and was hoping to wear it with a Rebecca Minkoff lace crop top that I rented too. Unfortunately it was way too big to wear at my natural waist. It fit well if I wore it lower on my hips, but it didn't look right with the crop top, so I wore a skirt I had at home instead. If I ordered it in my usual size 0, it probably would have worked, and it's a really unique and beautiful skirt - hoping to rent it again in the future in the smaller size.
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Bretta Pink Lace Skirt
Trina Turk
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
So cute!
I wore this pretty top for dinner out with the girls and paired it with a high-waisted bandage skirt from BCBG that was also navy blue. Both the 0 and the 2 fit, but I liked the slightly looser fit of the size 2 with the tight skirt. I wish I owned this top! The lace is gorgeous and it would go with so many things.
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Cropped Lace Top
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Great addition to any work wardrobe!
I rented this through unlimited and wore it to work several times. The color is beautiful and bright -- but not too bright for the office. The length and fit were great for work too, I'm 5'8" and it hit about an inch above the knee. It can be hard to find lively, youthful dresses for work that aren't too revealing, but this one is just perfection.
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Orange High Tea Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Flirty and fun
I was worried this dress would be too short, and it was probably borderline too short, but it was acceptable for the wedding I attended. It would definitely be too short for someone of my height for the office or a work-related event. The color is beautiful - it stands out without being too bright. I wore it for a spring wedding on a cool night and it was very comfortable - it seems like it would be great for fall weddings too. I usually wear a size 2 in Elizabeth and James dresses but needed a size 0 in this style, so if you usually size up for your backup you might want to size down for this one. Loved the flirty skirt and the shoulder cut outs! Another RTR standout!
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Amalia Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Gorgeous color and perfect fit
Rented this for a spring wedding in the South. I definitely needed a spray tan to pull off the color. I was able to wear a regular bra with it by switching the straps so they cross in the back. It required a little maneuvering but I was able to make it work (and wore a tan colored bra so if anything slipped it wouldn't be too obvious). It was super comfortable and easy to wear, and the perfect combination of sexy and sophisticated.
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Deep Dive Sheath
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Comfortable but unremarkable
I received this as a substitute for another dress I rented that was unavailable. I didn't end up wearing this for my event, but wore it to work the day before instead. It was great for the office, I actually wish I owned it because I would wear it to work often! It's nice and long, not too form fitting, comfortable, and it has pockets which is always an added bonus. It would look great with tights in cold weather too. I wouldn't rent this for a special event though as it just wasn't special enough.
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Capped in Purple Dress
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful pattern, great fit!
I rented this for my sister's graduation. This dress was light and breezy, perfect for a hot & humid day! I think this is one of the most comfortable dresses I've ever rented, and I appreciated the length since I rented this for a family affair. The pattern on this dress is gorgeous and the colors are very fun and vibrant. You'll definitely stand out from the crowd in this dress. I also loved the open back - it's very subtle and doesn't show too much skin. The open back prevents you from wearing a regular bra, which sometimes makes me uncomfortable, but since the dress keeps you very covered I wasn't nervous about wardrobe malfunctions. I would definitely rent this style again!
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Mallory Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Sophisticated but uncomfortable
RTR sent this dress to me as a substitute because another dress I ordered was damaged. It's a beautiful dress and gave me a very elegant hourglass shape, not to mention it still had the tags on it and had never been worn! I ultimately chose not to wear it because it was so tight around my knees that I could barely walk. I would definitely not rent this if you will be doing any dancing. Could be a great choice for a luncheon or bridal/baby shower.
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Blue Ardell Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Eye-catching and unique!
I rented this for a Kentucky Derby party, and it was the perfect choice! As other reviewers have noted, the straps have a tendency to slip, but I didn't find it that bothersome. The low back is so stunning, and the full skirt made me feel like a princess! I wore the size 0 and the top was still a little bit big, so I would recommend sizing down for your backup.
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Float On Dress
allison parris
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Chic & elegant
I wore this for a black tie wedding in the fall in New York City. The dress is gorgeous and so elegant - I felt like Cinderella! The material hugged my curves perfectly, and it's stretchy so it's very easy to dance in. You absolutely cannot go wrong with this one!
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Curves For Days Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0L
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Sexy, fun, unique!
I was looking for something fun and little out of the ordinary to wear on a date, and a stylist at the Flatiron store picked this out for me. It fit like a glove, and was so much fun to wear! It was a great dress for a night out in the dead of winter, as the sleeves kept me reasonably warm. Beware that the peekaboo neckline dips very low and you definitely couldn't wear a bra with this. I wanted a dress with cleavage so it was perfect, but it might be too much for other occasions.
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With a Twist Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
This dress had a lot of promise, but I ended up not wearing it.
This dress is really cute and unique, but unfortunately it just didn't work for me. I rented a zero and a two, and the zero was definitely the right size. However, the neckline was too low-cut for the family event I was attending, and something about the dress made me look bigger. I will say that it's a good dress for taller ladies -- the skirt hit about two inches above my knee. The sparkly/metallic fabric is great for fall and the holiday season. I really wanted to like it, but ultimately decided to swap it out for another dress at the RTR showroom in Flatiron. As always, great customer service from RTR made the whole process totally painless, and I found a great dress to wear for my event.
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Thompson Yael Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Attention-grabber!
The cutouts on this dress are just perfect! And the blush pink color is gorgeous. I'm fair-skinned and was afraid it might wash me out, but it looked great. Unfortunately, I rented sizes 2 and 4 and was not able to receive the size 2 because of damage, and the 4 was too big. Luckily, RTR sent me a backup dress that worked out perfectly (the Christian Siriano Coral Sun Skies Sheath). I hope to rent this one again sometime in a size 2.
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Fade to Blush Sheath
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32B
Cute but too poofy
This dress is very cute and playful, but the skirt was just too poofy for my tastes, so I ended up wearing a backup dress instead. I have a small chest and upper body, and the size 2 was definitely too big -- if you're small up top I recommend sizing down. You won't have to worry about the skirt being too snug!
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On Cloud Nine Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfection!
I LOVED wearing this dress! I ended up getting this as a last-minute replacement because the dress I ordered was damaged. I only received a size 2, and might have gone with a 4 if I had the option because it was pretty snug, but the 2 worked well enough. The color and texture of the dress are beautiful and unique -- it looks even better in person. It hugs every curve, but because of the length and tasteful neckline you can wear it for a variety of events. I wish I didn't have to return it!! My only complaint is that the arm holes are really small, which was a bit annoying at times, but not a dealbreaker by any means.
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Coral Sun Skies Sheath
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32B
Beautiful color and sparkle!
The emerald color of this clutch is so pretty. I was wearing a simple black dress and needed fun, sparkly accessories to make the dress more formal, and this was perfect. It also held my cell phone, keys, cards/cash, lipgloss and powder perfectly. However, the wear-and-tear on the clutch was really noticeable, and if you tried to wear the shoulder strap, the purse started to slip out of the metal frame.
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Emerald Anastasia Clutch
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Dramatic flair for a black-tie event
I rented these earrings with the Kate Spade Emerald Anastasia clutch, which was a great combination! The emerald was so pretty with the simple black dress I wore. The only problem is that they're not the most comfortable earrings ever. They are big and kind of heavy, so they start to hurt your earlobe by the end of the night. I was also paranoid about them slipping off because they're clip-on. But, they are really pretty and worth a little discomfort in the end!
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Emerald Drop Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Extra bling for a black-tie affair
This is the perfect bracelet to add a little extra sparkle to your outfit. I wore an understated black dress for a black tie affair and needed sparkly fun jewels to make it more formal, and this bracelet did the trick. It was even prettier and sparklier in person than I expected from the pictures. I wish I could have kept this one - it's very versatile! Also works well for a small wrist - it slid around somewhat but I didn't have to worry about it falling off.
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Antiqued Crystal Bracelet
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfection
This dress was so flattering and comfortable, I did not want to send it back! I wore it to an evening wedding with strappy black sandals. It's perfect for an event where you want to look mature and polished, but still fun. The color really stands out. The 40 was a perfect fit, except for a bit of extra room in the chest, but I always have that problem.
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Yellow Rose Bodice Dress
Moschino Cheap And Chic
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D