Alexandra's Reviews
All reviews by Alexandra
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51 reviews
Too big
I rented the other Rails shirt with the cactus pattern and it fit well, so I decided to try the flamingo pattern. The sizing is way off- this was a very oversized shirt with a very low cut. The fabric is also much more see through than I expected.
Zuma Flamingo Top
Rails
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Comfy work top
This is a comfy casual top that can be worn for work. Typical of Marni, the sizing is huge. I normally wear a 4-6 and am glad I went for the smallest size possible. I'm really digging this for a casual Friday look!
Polka Dot Polo Neck Shirt
Marni
Size Worn: 36
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Billowy, boxy fit
Don't order this if you're looking for a slim cut button down. The sleeves are dolman (the armpit is mid-bicep) and the torso is boxy, tapering into a tight fit in the hips. Overall, it was very loose on top but I couldn't button the bottom button. This could work with high waisted jeans and tied into a front knot? The fabric is a light cotton, so it would be nice in warm breezy weather, but the long sleeves would make it too hot for summer.
Oversized Printed Shirt
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Great fitted sweater!
I love the pattern and cut of this sweater. It's not too bulky, but also not too thin and drapes well. It feels slightly plasticky, but is not itchy. The sleeves were a bit long for me, so I folded over the cuff. I would totally wear this again.
Hari Knit Pullover
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Like wearing a tent
I thought this would be slim and somewhat fitted on the cropped side, and loose on the other side, but it is like a short smock. I know this too is cut so that it is oversized, but it is way larger than expected. However, this would be an excellent summer top for late stage pregnancy. I am typically a small or medium in tops, and I wish I had gone for an XS or XXS. Size down.
Campbell Asymmetric Top
Habitual
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Rough fabric, long sleeves
The fabric is a thick, rough cotton, giving it little stretch and making it bunch easily.
Purple Bisou Sweater
See by Chloé
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Flattering cut, fun asymmetric details
I thought the 2 fit perfectly, even with a larger chest (I'm ~130 lbs, 5'2"). The length for me was perfect, but may have more of a crop look on a taller person. The weight of the fabric is light and breezy, so for early March weather I layered it with a Uniqlo Heat Tech camisole and wore a black cardigan.
Blue Smocked Top
Tibi
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Sophisticated sparkle
I love this skirt! It's sparkly and fun, but the color (a mixture between hunter green and navy) is so chic, and the pleats stay put all day and don't wrinkle due to the fabric. I sized up to a medium due to the other reviews, and I'm glad I did! I think this would have been narrow in the hips otherwise.
Clarice Knit Pleated Skirt
Deby Debo
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Need to size up
I love the fabric, but it fits a little tight in the arms, shoulders, and chest. The sleeves are shorter than the model image.
Tati Tweed Fringe Top
Greylin
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Bright and sunny top with flattering sleeve length
I rented this in the dead of winter to cheer me up, ha. I opted for the medium after seeing other reviews and thought this fit well for my frame. The fabric is pretty stretchy and the length is great- I love that it hits me at mid-hip. The colors are obviously pretty bright. I wore it with a black cardigan for warmth but it could be fine without another layer in warmer weather.
Multi-Stripe Knit Sweater
Tory Sport
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute casual top
This is a very flattering top that could be worn for either work or for a casual weekend outfit. I really like the waist belt detail thing. This fits true to size and has enough stretch for busty ladies.
Grey Striped Tie Top
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Oversized sweater with a cute pattern
This medium-weight sweater is pretty cute! I love the pattern and the fabric is not too itchy. Definitely an oversized cut, so size down. I'm typically between a small and a medium, but the XS fit me best. I had to roll the sleeves twice since I have short arms ha!
Matilda Sweater
MINKPINK
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Fantastic slim pants
I love these pants. The slim cut is very flattering in the leg, but they still fit nicely over my hips and there's no gap in the waist. These are less flared than the model photos suggest, with a small slit at the ankle. I'm 5'2", and these hit just at my ankle, perfect for Chelsea boots. The fabric weight is good for 30s - 50s weather, and it isn't itchy.
Dyana Pants
CAARA
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
I killed a Wookie
Wow, this is a lot of coat. It definitely looked like I killed a Wookie and am now wearing it's skin as a trophy. To be fair the fake fur has a lot of variation in color, which is pretty interesting, and it is very warm, so it would be good for winters. I think the arms are a bit long, so it looked less like a coat on me and more like a costume. Glad I tried it but will be returning it.
Wanderlust Faux Fur Coat
Unreal Fur
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Very comfortable jeans
These jeans are a medium weight denim with a lot of stretch, making them very comfortable for spring, fall, and mild winters. They're somewhere between a low and mid rise pant, so there's a bit of a gap by my back and they don't fully cover my love handles lol. I wore these with Chelsea boots and the cropped length is fine but I'm not sure it works. Maybe when it's warmer I will wear these with grey or white low tops!
Mara Straight Leg Jeans
DL1961
Size Worn: 27
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Boxy crop top, subtle sequins
The fit is a little loose and boxy. It has a really short length- I have a very short torso and it hits just below my natural waist. I would probably rent this again in the spring with some lighter color pants.
Tiana Palm Sequin Top
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Subtle sparkles, flattering fit
I rented this for a low-key New Year's Eve party, but also ended up wearing it for work the next week. I liked the high neckline and slim fit, it was very flattering. The sleeves were an appropriate length, ending at my wrists (I folded them up for this outfit). The sweater has a bronze metallic shimmer that's not over the top, creating a really polished look. The fabric is a bit scratchy but is fine with a light camisole underneath.
Polka Dot Sweater
Marni
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Thick, warm sweater with a great color and pattern
This sweater is super warm, with a thick yarn and raised Bayern. The color is great. Overall the fit is true to size, with a slim fit, but the sleeves are super long.
Popcorn Cable Wool Pullover
3.1 Phillip Lim
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Interesting design, heavy denim
I rented these to wear for a casual day at work. I love the detailing in the front seam and the notches at the ankle. The denim is heavy and has very little stretch, so if you are between sizes you may want to size up. I found them to be tight around the hip and upper thigh so I'm glad I went with a 28 instead of my normal 27.
Pixie Jeans
AMO
Size Worn: 28
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Sparkly sheath
This is a nice winter weight sheath dress. It is definitely sparkler than expected, maybe it would be good for a holiday party? I was undecided between a 4 and a 6 but I think I will exchange for a 6. The cut is a nice fit, but it is a little tight in the hips, causing the whole dress to ride up.
Aria Tweed Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Hated the fit. Not good for those with hips.
I really wanted to like this dress but it was not a flattering fit at all. The waist and chest was pretty loose and not fitted, but it clung at the hips and the shoulders, so there was a button gap right at my bra line and at my crotch. Surprisingly even though the upper arms are super tight the rest of the arms are very loose. I would only recommend this if you are rail thin without any curves, and if so, it may be best to size down. The sleeves were too long for me but then again I'm pretty short.
Navy Shirtdress
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Strange fit in hips and thighs, length is way longer than photo suggests
I rented these hoping for an interesting alternative to my slim cropped black trousers i wear with Chelsea boots and clogs. These don't fit at all like expected. The length is not cropped for me, they hit at my ankles. They were not as slim as expected, except for the hips and thighs strangely enough. The fabric does have some stretch though. These just weren't for me.
Brown Varva Pants
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Slim cut sweater, sleeves are v long
This is a pretty flattering striped sweater, with a very slim torso. I found the length hit me mid-hip, but I am pretty petite in size. I would size down, I normally wear a S or M but the XS fit me fine with this sweater. The sleeves are very long and it doesn't look good with rolled sleeves, so you should be okay with the sleeves coming almost to your knuckles if you get this sweater.
Red Jade Sweater
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful colored corduroys
These are very comfortable corduroy pants. I really like the color. I'm 5'2 and these hit me right below the ankle. The waist is slightly loose, but they fit me nicely around the hips. Nothing a belt can't fix.
Social Standard Corduroy Pants
Sanctuary
Size Worn: 28
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Cozy elevated winter sweater
I wore this sweater to work and a casual event at a conservative donor's house. The cut is nice, with structure around the shoulders. The bottom hem hits me me about 4 inches below the waistline. The pattern is fun but not garish. This is a pretty warm sweater so it would be really nice to wear in November or December around the holidays.
Petrol Mix Night Sweater
Temperley London
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Sleeves way too big and baggy
I love the fit of the torso (this part is very flattering!), but I hate the shoulders and sleeves. The shoulder gap (peep holes?) are pretty big and the fabric bunches because the seams are rolled. The sleeves are pretty baggy in comparison with the rest of the sweater, so it bunches strangely (particularly in the armpits, there's some bubbling going on. Not a fan.
Striped Gianna Sweater
Fuzzi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Excellent transition top
I love this sweater? Short sleeve top? The sleeves are super flattering, and the length is perfect. Other ribbed sweaters highlighted my muffin top, but this top is super slimming. I'll be wearing this for a while.
Lila Sweater Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice slim fit
I wore this top as a work blouse. The fit was great- it was loose and comfortable but was still very slimming and fit my petite frame well. I wear a D cup and it wasn't right across my chest like many other shell shirts. I wasn't wild about the pattern though. Just FYI the pattern does not extend onto the back - the panel is black.
Walden Black Sleeveless Top
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Way too big
This top was way too big and the sleeves were way longer than in the photos. Size down.
Hazelnut Wheatley Top
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
comfortable and airy
I loved these pants. The fabric is light and airy, and they looked very refined. I'm very petite (5'2") and had to wear some 1 1/2" platform sandals with these or they would have dragged on the ground. Overall they were extremely comfortable.
Member Fit Notes
Anika Chambray Pants
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Casual top for work with a nice pattern
I really liked the pattern of this shirt, but the cut was a bit odd. It's definitely a loose and flowy top, except for the arms -- they were a little tight! The shirt looked great when it was centered on my torso, but it could shift easily and the neckline would bubble. I still got some nice compliments on the pattern. This is great for when you feel like wearing a tshirt but want to look a little more polished.
Member Fit Notes
Forsyth Top
Elk
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34C
Good, but the neckline could be better
I liked the overall fit and comfort with this dress. I didn't think that it was too revealing in the neckline as other reviewers thought, but it could benefit from some tit tape to make sure the snap doesn't show. I think this dress is good for large chested and for short torsoed ladies. I really liked the belt, it helped make an hourglass figure.
Red Timeless Wrap Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Way too small and fabric too sheer
Yeah I couldn't get this over my hips. I think it runs small. The fabric is a nice crepe but it is def sheer. You'd need to wear a nude set of undergarments.
Arcadia Jumpsuit
ELLIATT
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Fine but not great, too conservative for me
This fit fine but I didn't feel great in it. I thought in the end it was just a tad too conservative for my age. The belly area can be form fitting so if you are worried about a belly bulge size up. Otherwise the fabric was very stretchy. Even though the top section above the clavicles lacks a liner, you can get away with wearing a normal bra as long as you pick something remotely nude to your skin tone. Notice the black bra I'm wearing in this photo isn't even that obvious...
Burgundy Lace Dress
LM Collection
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Fit fine, but I didn't like the style
This dress was fine but it was just meh. I didn't think the fabric on the front was very flattering.
Red Bud Print Dress
Marni
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Super flattering dress, needs a strapless bra
This is a super flattering dress. I'm 5'2 and it only grazed the ground, so that was a major plus. The dress is comfortable and flowy, but has a nice slit that's both cute and appropriate. I thought I would be able to wear a racer back bra, but you definitely need a strapless bra for this one.
Terracotta Blaine Maxi
Waverly Grey
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Flattering fit, but you can't wear a bra with it
I thought this was a very flattering dress - I loved the sleeve length and the overall length, and the lace design is great. It did run a little tight; I had problems reaching my arms back, and it showed a slight belly bulge. I ended up returning the dress without wearing it because the back opening revealed any bra I owned. I don't think you can wear this with any style of bra. Yeah, for me that's not an option.
Remi Dress
Alexis
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Fun casual Friday or weekend blouse
This blouse is a nice flowy top with a loose fit. I normally wear a small, and I sized down to an XS for a slightly more fitted look. The blouse is sheer and needs an undershirt underneath, but can be worn with a normal bra. The slits on the side keep it from looking too boxy. I wore it with high waisted jeans, if you wore it with normal jeans you may have some exposed skin on the sides.
Whitney Rosé Top
Rails
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute casual shirt dress
This is a super comfortable summery shirt dress, it's loose and airy without overwhelming my petite frame. There's a cropped/open back, but it isn't super noticeable, so I could get away with wearing it at work. I love the cut, it's very interesting yet classic at the same time. The rope belt detail is really nice. I found this fit true to size, but was a little baggy in the chest. This dress is great for large chested ladies.
Cedar Utility Dress
VINCE.
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute oversized top, can be dressed up or down
The cut of this top is oversized, so consider sizing down. I normally wear a small, but the XS was pretty roomy. This top could be worn loose and baggy or tied in the front with the rounded back hem sticking out. I wore this tied with high waisted jean shorts, but I could see this looking super cute with skinny trousers as well. I would definitely wear this again.
Tie Front Leslie Top
CAARA
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34C