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Subtle drama
Super easy to wear and big impact with the wide skirt and high-low hem to show off your shoes. The waist hit at a flattering spot, the top is fairly tight (I’m usually between 0 and 2 in evening dresses) but I was able to wear a bra. The fabric is a little scratchy and it’s hard to lift your arms but it didn’t bother me as much as expected.
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Matte Brocade Dress
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Versatile and flattering
TTS - I'm between XS and S and sized up because of the slit, as with other Tanya Taylor dresses in this style. Loved the stretchy fabric and texture that elevated the dress, easy to dress up or down

Navy Flint Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Versatile but not great in photos
The color and fabric are great - I dressed it up for a baptism and also wore for a casual party. The cut isn’t the most flattering, a little boxy, but looks better in person
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Rosa Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Elegant party dress
I loved this but did struggle a little with gaping at the neckline. The fabric makes it more formal while the print is a little fun and different.
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Gingham Halter Midi Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
So fun!
This dress was comfy and easy to wear but the unique colorscheme really elevated it. Perfect for a fall wedding
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Cool Rose Christine Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
So chic!
Loved this bag, perfect match to the rented dress and just enough room for the essentials.
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Pink Bonbon Bag
Mansur Gavriel Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Pretty but unforgiving
Not the best fit for my postpartum tummy but the color was beautiful and it seemed to look better in person than in photos.
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Yellow Knit Midi Dress
Jason Wu x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Stunning
This was insanely comfortable and effortlessly elegant. So many compliments and the perfect dress for a summer wedding in the mountains
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Green Plisse Midi Dress
Atlein x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Classic Veronica
I could have sized down, usually between a 0 and 2 in Veronica Beard and I picked the 2. So well made and great texture
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Ryland Dickey Jacket
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
So many compliments and so easy to wear
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Dark Floral Thea Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Cute but cropped
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Red Multicolor Tweed Jacket
Sandro
Size Worn: 36
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Elegant and classic
Really tight fit, typically between XS-S and the small was snug but works
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Tie Waist Long Sleeve Sweater
Toccin
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Great wide legged style, easy to wear with tennies or boots
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Harper Jeans
PAIGE
Size Worn: 26
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Strong flare, the hem rolled up a little
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Charlie Angled Waistband Jeans
PAIGE
Size Worn: 26
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Love this, wish the slit wasn't quite so high
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Cody Striped Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Look Closer
This was my fault but I didn’t realize this was a large open weave bag so all of your belongings are visible. Really takes away from how cute the bag is. My other reason for taking off stars is the strap. It’s not adjustable and the bag hung at an awkward place under my arm. Too bad because the shape and overall look is great!
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Luna Bag
BEMBIEN
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Rent this dress!
Amazing structure, high quality fabric, bold but classic print. This dress is perfect for summer, the combo of the shoulders with the gingham is a unique twist and makes the dress feel fresh and fun. I'm a 32c and the bust was a little roomy in the size 0 but with the shape of the dress it wasn't a problem. Wore it for family photos, work (with a cardigan), church, and date night. So versatile, would have absolutely bought it if it wasn't so expensive
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Atalie Gingham Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
So flattering
This breezy dress was so flattering and felt really high end. It is narrow in the rib cage but I still found it comfortable. I paired it with white tennies and a Jean jacket for a winery day with girlfriends, but could also be dressed up with nude heels
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Puff Sleeve V-Neck Midi Dress
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32D
Rent this!
Beautiful and so well-made. Wish I could afford to own it, this is the type of shirt that makes RTR memberships worth it. The elastic on the cuffs could get a little tight over the course of the day but overall very easy to wear
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Lanai Top
Alexis
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
Liked them so much, I bought them!
I wanted to try a non-skinny jean and these are so flattering and versatile. Paige jeans always feel so high quality and these are no different. Great lines and form fitting without looking tight
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Vintage Colette Raw Hem Jeans
PAIGE
Size Worn: 27R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
Wish it had worked
Super cute top but the smocked part made my chest look weird. I even tried a larger size but it was oddly lumpy
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Clover Top
Saylor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
Perfection
Rent this top! It is so well-made, flattering, and unique. It also has great structure with built-in boning, I didn't even wear a bra and that is something I almost never do.
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Alfie Top
Parker
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
Impressed my husband
Great quality fabric with a silky, high quality lining. It was cut slightly short but looked great with higher waisted jeans. It got the high praise of an unprompted "I like that shirt" from my husband!
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Manny Combo Top
Parker
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
So cute and versatile
I rented this for a wedding weekend and the bag went from day to night perfectly. Could easily fit phones, sunglasses and other sundries and it is so cute - the gold detail is great

Pink Harper Crossbody Bag
J.Crew Accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
So big
The elastic fold over waist was confusing to navigate, it was too wide and bulky to wear army natural waist but the skirt fell really awkwardly if I pulled it down to my hips. Would recommend sizing down
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Margaux Skirt
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32DD
Sexy but a little small
This dress was really flattering but just too tight to wear to a wedding - I'm usually a zero and maybe could have worn a 2.
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Lolita Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Unimpressed
I didn't wear this dress due to the odd fit - the waist and ruffle hit very high on me and added a lot of bulk. The material felt cheap and scratchy, though it was a nice springy blue.

Blue Ruffle Cap Sleeve Sheath
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Strange fit in waist and hips
I wanted to wear this to work - the print, sleeves and neckline add the right amount of interest without being too flashy for a workplace. Unfortunately, the fit around my waist and hips was unflattering so I sent it back (unlimited). I felt like the fabric was pulling a bit over my hips while there was a bit pooch of extra fabric around my waist and stomach. Not a nice slimming line, despite the good weight and stretch to the fabric.
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Plaid Ruffle Sleeve Dress
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Maybe the most fun I've ever had in a dress
This dress was incredible. It's so well made and different, you will absolutely feel special in this. The ruffles were placed perfectly so I didn't need to wear a bra (I'm a 32DD so I almost never do that), and it probably would have been too tight with anything other than a nubra. Even though it makes a big statement, the cut is super flattering and I didn't feel like the dress was wearing me. I highly recommend this dress if you want to turn heads and feel beautiful!

Noralee Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Different in a (mostly) good way
I rented this for an international trip since it seemed like a versatile piece. I planned to wear it with jeans, black denim and leggings, but in the end always paired it with black denim because the side slits looked awkward with everything else. I wore a black t underneath so I didnt mind the slits, but it would have been more flattering if they started a bit lower. Overall its an interesting top but I dont think I'd rent again.

Red Printed Knit Top
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Festive and versatile
I ordered this for my update shipment and wore it to a work christmas party and several dinners. The fabric and silhouette made it cocktail appropriate, but pairing it with tights and booties made it casual enough for dinner with family. The fit is loose but flattering and the sleeves and stripes make it just trendy enough. It was almost too short for my somewhat-conservative work environment with heels, but I still felt comfortable in it. Highly recommend.

Striped Flounce Dress
Sail to Sable
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Odd fit - didn't wear
I really wanted to wear this dress and sized up from my usual 0 to a 2 based on previous reviews. The size 2 was pretty loose across the arms and bust (I'm a 32D) but very fitted in the waist and tight on my legs. The lining is structured with a band at your waist, which looks a bit odd with the black lace overlay and even made it look like I had a roll across my midsection. Sent it back without wearing and would only recommend to women with very narrow body shapes or someone who is comfortable with an extremely tight fit through the waist and thighs. This wasn't appropriate for the cocktail party I was attending.
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Black Lace Trim Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Showstopper
This dress is gorgeous. The material feels luxurious and the color is perfect - a striking red but still very flattering and classy. I found the top to be a little roomy so I had to use fashion tape to keep it up. I'm 5'5" and the 0R was a bit long with 4 inch heels. The only real problem with the dress was that some of the boning had pushed through the lining and was cutting my stomach. I fixed it with a little tape and a cotton square, but it definitely could use some alterations.

Rouge Rosalind Peplum Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Barely There
I rented this romper through unlimited to wear while getting ready the morning of my wedding. I liked that it was easy to slip on and off and the fabric was very breathable but not see-through. The neckline was a bit low and the little button did pop open once or twice - I wouldn't have been comfortable wearing this out in public, luckily it was just me and my bridesmaids with the hair and makeup team. I wouldn't rent this if I were going to be running around all day, it feels more like lounge-wear to me. The color is more cream than white, which I thought made it look more high-end, but the fabric did wrinkle easily.
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Shania Flutter Sleeve Romper
BB Dakota
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Unique and Breezy
This is an awesome and versatile summer dress that I got through Unlimited. It's very pretty and feminine so it looks great with heels for date night or a party, but it's also really light and comfortable so I would also wear it just running errands or going to brunch on the weekends. The back panel of fabric (I liked to think of it as a cape) is a little strange but gives the dress that something extra, and I loved how it would flutter in the wind (ok, I admit to the occasional twirl as well). I also though the dress had a lot more blue in it than you see in the photos (the pattern isn't quite as large).
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Blue Flower Print Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Too sexy for a wedding - Size up
I LOVED this dress and am so sad that I couldn't wear it. I rented it for a fall wedding that I knew was going to be a little less formal. I usually wear a zero and RTR didn't have a backup size available. Unfortunately, the dress was just too form fitting and short on me to be wedding appropriate - I would have had to wear a nubra because the 0 wouldn't zip over my strapless bra. The neckline also cut in a lot more on me than the model, so I was showing a lot more shoulder and back than it appears in the photo. The 2 probably would have added just enough give and length to make it more wedding appropriate. Still, I felt super sexy in this dress and I think it does run true to size, unlike most dresses out there. The material has a great stretch to it and is heavy enough to pull you in - in all the right places! Hoping to get to rent this again in the future!
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Purple Bardot Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32C
Cool factor will get you lots of compliments
I rented this dress to make my work wardrobe more interesting and it definitely worked. The mixed materials add a little edge to this white dress, but the silhouette was still work appropriate. I didn't give it 5 stars because i found the chest to be a little too tight - and the cut really enhances your chest, so I felt a little weird at work - while the waist was pretty loose on me (I'm a 32D, 120 lb, 5'5"). Still the material has a nice stretch to it so it was comfy and definitely got me lots of compliments.

Ivory Pippa Sheath
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Don't want to send this back!
I rented this dress for work and honestly might buy it. It's seriously flattering, the thick material has just enough stretch to hug your curves while still holding you in. The swing in the skirt makes it playful and fun enough for a daytime event, but the color and fabric made it work appropriate too. I wore my typical size (xs) and thought it fit great, though it was pretty snug compared to most dresses in that size (I'm 120 lb, 32D, 5'5").

Navy Power Stretch Ballet Dress
Pink Tartan
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Perfect bridal shower dress
I LOVE this dress. It was so beautiful in person, I got so many compliments and it was comfortable too! The lace is very feminine and the silhouette is super flattering and slimming. The arms and bust were a bit snug on the size 0 so I sized up to the 2. I added a sparkly necklace but a blingy belt would also work well on this dress.

Blushing Envy Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D
Massive but comfy
This dress was huge, I ordered the 0 and couldn't wear it because it was basically a long, unflattering lace tent. However, the fabric felt very high-quality and was very soft.

White Coquette Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32D