Lauren's Reviews
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Fell in love with these
Okay I hated them when I first pulled them out. So scratchy to the touch. Put them on and wasn't pleased. Almost sent them right back, but ended up wearing them to work because why not. Idk what changed, but ended up being so sad to return them. They were rough to the touch, but comfortable when worn. They're quite stiff, and were slightly tight around the thighs but after a couple hours, they loosened up enough to be a perfect fit. Several compliments! Hit right below my belly button.
Blue Check Cropped Flare Trousers
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun but wouldn't buy
I'm 5'6"--it hit right above my knee. There's so much fabric that it felt longer. It's a very conservative dress. Has pockets. Cinches at the waist & can be tightened to your preference. Color is gorgeous & the pattern was a lot of fun--got several compliments. While I loved it for a day at work, I wouldn't rent again. Sleeves were too long--had to fold the cuff up for it to look good. The fabric gapped at the buttons at times (and I'm very small chested).
Navy Giraffe Print Shirt Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Not a dress.
Let's get one thing straight. This is not a dress. Have it three stars for the model pic being highly inaccurate. It will hardly function as a swimsuit cover up, but I will try to pull it off as such. This could be a fantastic top for maternity wear! Very wrinkly, so will be steaming it. Fabric is airy, and very soft. It is double lined so no issue with it being see-through.
Almansa Dress
SANCIA
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
High fashion but make it awkward
Harder to pull off than I expected. Didn't end up wearing with the red shorts as pictured (also RTR and too short to wear) so paired with another pair of high waisted shorts and just wore it to hang out with friends. It is an unnecessarily wide box-cut top. I sized down and was afraid the small would be too snug and ended up wishing I'd gotten the xs. The fabric is very thick, and I had to battle the seams with an iron to make it lay flat bc it wanted to fold up at the bottom hem. Fun pop of color but would absolutely never rent again. Too much of a hassle.
Colorblock Cropped Polo
Tory Sport
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Model photo is misleading
Maybe good for twerking in a music video but not for day to day. Seriously they were so short it was ridiculous. If I even slightly moved my butt hung out, so didn't wear. They look longer on the model. Color and high waist are great but length made them unwearable. If you're still going to go for it, I'd advise sizing up. I am a 28, ordered the 28, and they were tight.
Red Cut Off Shorts
LEE
Size Worn: 28
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
A bit short in the torso
Very cute jumpsuit--soft and thin fabric that kept it airy for the summer. No pockets. I wore it once to work, and once out with my husband. I liked that it has a lining on the inside since the fabric is so thin--unless you wear a seamless thong, you'd see a line without the lining. I had to wear something under it because the neckline was too low for a bra. I would have gone without one when we went out (not at work lol) but I didn't have any fashion tape. The problem I ran into was the midsection is too short so I was on the verge of having a wedgie the whole night haha. I have an average torso length, but if yours is on the shorter side maybe this was made for you!! Loved the fluttery sleeves.
Laurel Jumpsuit
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Size up for a more comfortable fit
It feels well made, but the fabric is pretty itchy. I got the size small and it fits fine, but not much stretch to the fabric. It's pretty see-through, and the v-cut is too low for me to wear this to work on casual Friday. Will tuck it into some high-waisted shorts to hang out on the weekend and then send it right back.
Member Fit Notes
Matea Top
Rails
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32B
Not as wearable as I had hoped
I was hoping to wear this to a bday dinner with friends and possibly to work (ha!), but ended up way too risky for either. I think I’d only wear this on vacation. It looks like a wrap dress, but it isn’t—I thought I’d be able to just wrap it more to minimize how low cut it is, but it is not adjustable. One pro of it not being a wrap dress is that you don’t have to worry about the bottom flapping open—it is sewn all along the hem. It is very short—I’m 5’6” and it was hard for me to sit without fear of flashing someone. It comes lined with a silky soft slip, but even the slip is incredibly low cut—so much so that there’s no way I could wear a bra. I am small chested but the structure of the neckline is very flimsy, scoots around, and I know if I wore it out of the house I wouldn’t be able to focus on anything or enjoy myself because I’d be so self conscious about checking my dress. Last thing I had a problem with is the sleeves. My arms are a normal size and the hem from the sleeve to wear the fabric “flutters” is kind of tight. It bugged me just in having it on for a few minutes. Sad to be sending this back because I love the pattern and overall style, but just was a total flop for me. I’d recommend it to someone shorter that me, and would advise using some safety pins to secure the chest area. Bigger busted girls beware and good luck.
Garden Print Brandy Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Better than I expected!
Love it so much, I think I’m going to buy it. I typically choose size M for sweaters, but opted for the S in this and glad I did. I'm 5'6", size 4. The length is flattering, hitting right above the hip, and for me, this balanced out the boxy fit and kept it from feeling frumpy. I wore it untucked with jeans one day, and then tucked it into high waisted trousers for work (as pictured). The color combo is gorgeous and super versatile. The material is soft—sort of fuzzy. It’s warm, but isn’t a super thick knit, and has a lot of stretch to it.
Matilda Sweater
MINKPINK
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Tricky fit, but ended up working!
Wore this to a rehearsal dinner. I'm a size 4, and I wore the 38. I have a pretty small waist, and when I say that this was tight, it was super tight! It's the black straps that have absolutely no stretch to them and make this a difficult dress. I wish I would've sized up, but I wonder if that would've made the top way too large. In the size I got, the top was so roomy that I almost needed fashion tape to secure the V-neck. The length was short, but I loved where it hit! The zipper was so difficult--almost thought I was going to break it because the black bands were so thick and hard to get over with the delicate zipper. The colors are fantastic in person, and I got several compliments. No regrets, but it was a close call with how tight the black bands were!
Poppy Printed Georgette Dress
Carven
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Surprisingly Light Weight!
These were beautiful and fun. I wore them for Easter as well as for a more casual event, and they transition well to dress up or down. They're long, so be prepared if you're new to statement earrings, but was relieved to feel how light weight they were.
Time To Tassel Earrings
Ettika
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Perfect for a sunny day!
This dress was perfect for a hot Easter Day! The fabric is light and breezy, but not thin or transparent. The way the straps lay, you could see the top of my my bra, so I opted to go without it. I wish I'd had an adhesive bra though because while the fabric isn't itchy at all, the texture of the stitching wasn't comfortable on my chest after an hour or so. The band around the lower back is elastic for a comfortable fit, and the bow you tie on the mid back is what controls how fitting it is, so there's a lot of flexibility in sizing and I wish I'd sized down, but it worked fine. Absolutely loved it and would rent again!
Edna Back Tied Dress
Line + Dot
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B
Countless Compliments
I can't stress how well this dress is made. The embroidery detailing is thick, sturdy, and stunning. I thought the mesh would be softer and more delicate than it is, but it wasnt uncomfortable, and I was relieved to not hve to worey about it snagging. I did not wear a bra and the embroidery allowed me to not worry about this being noticeable. I'm not used to dresses hitting at this length, but felt feminine and comfortable as I wore it to a December wedding I was coordinating and from there, went to a medbschool ball. I danced at both events and noticed the lining didn't have much stretch, though was not constricting. Endless compliments, though! I felt so pleased with this choice. As other reviewers noted, the lining in the dress is not nude or blush or pastel--it is pink. Some reviewers noted the zipper is difficult. I had no trouble zipping it myself, but the embroidery work is just so extravagent, that it's made with a quality zipper. If you want a chic twist on florals, this is it!
Rose Throw Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B