Annie's Reviews
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25 reviews
Didn't wear
The pattern was too busy for me. Combined with the waistline, it just looked frumpy on me. It's also pretty short, so keep that in mind. It's good quality and comfortable, just didn't flatter me.
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Butterfly Chiffon Dress
Rachel Parcell
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Didn't wrap correctly
Wrap dresses are very hit or miss for me, and this one was another miss. The quality was good, but it just didn't lay even close to right on my body. I'm normally a medium and currently 2 months postpartum, so I was looking for a nursing friendly dress. Fashion tape or pins might work for someone else.
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Leah Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Didn't wear
I'm pregnant so still figuring out what size to order, and this one was a miss
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Feather Scarf Neck Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Elegant, with pockets
I was just barely unable to zip it all the way around my ribcage, which is a common problem. I was really bummed, because otherwise this dress was gorgeous and IT HAS POCKETS!
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High Neck Jacquard Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Super cute top
The bottom portion is sheer, and I was not feeling confident enough to rock it, but don't let that stop you from renting!
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Red Lace Keyhole Top
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Potential engagement photos
I really wanted to love this dress, but I guess I should have gotten a L because it barely covered me. I ended up wearing something else instead.
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Chamomile Wrap Dress
Reformation
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Did not wear
This dress is cute, but it is SHORT. When I tried it on I realized that it would not be feasible for dancing at a wedding where I was meeting my boyfriend's entire friend group for the first time, since I didn't know if they'd want me to flash them. The fabric and cut are lovely, but it was just too short for the event I rented for.
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Enchanted Forest Dress
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Did not wear
This is a gorgeous dress! The fit was flattering and the fabric and pattern are beautiful. I went with another option for the event, but I'm going to rent this again for a different event.
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Printed Halter Gown
Love by Theia
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Did not wear
This dress was super cute! The skirt is fun and twirly, and the whole dress was flattering. I liked another option a little better, but I might give this another try some other time.
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Alice Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Did not wear
This dress was pretty, but it did not fit me. My chest/ribcage is wide, and this did not zip. A bigger size might have worked, but I don't think this style would work on me.
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Eliza Lace Slip Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Did not wear
This dress was way too small, and did not even pretend to zip haha. I also was surprised that the zipper went all the way down the back, so the entire dress unzipped.
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Navy Zarita Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Perfect level of glam
I wore this dress for a black tie wedding outside at a historic gardens venue outside Miami. It was perfect for the event. The lace-up back provides good flexibility in sizing and fit, but it did create some issues with cutting into my skin and looking like fat - I was assured that I was the only one who noticed, and it wasn't uncomfortable, though.
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Multi Floral V-Neck Gown
Love by Theia
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Elegant and comfortable
This was perfect for an April mountain wedding. I wore it with boots because it rained, and it looked just as good as with heels.
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Navy Fleurette Gown
WATTERS
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous dress
This was my first choice, but it was too small. Even with two friends helping, I couldn't get the 6 zipped. I think the 8R would have been perfect, but I misjudged how much weight I had gained after an injury. I will definitely try this one again! The color and quality were perfect, and the pockets are deal-makers.
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Blue Simonetta Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
*very* long
I ordered this as a back-up dress, and they only had an 8 long. I'm 5'5" ish and the long was dragging by about a foot. I think I misjudged what size I should have worn at that time, too, because it was snug to zip. I was panicked and in a rush, but I think this dress would have been great for a formal function if I had gotten the right size.
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Smoked Ivy Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful but wrong size
I'm not sure if the dress ran small or I just didn't order the right size, but it took 2 friends to zip me into the 6, and I had the *worst* back boobs I have ever seen. I have a wide chest/ribcage, so if this usually an issue for you, consider ordering a size up. It was very heavy fabric, so perfect for November black tie optional event.
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Madame Damask Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Backup dress I didn't wear, but gorgeous color
This was a backup style that I vetoed after one attempt to tie the top. The neckline felt like it was choking me, and the fabric covered about half a breast per side and gaped awkwardly. Judging by the other photos and reviews, I suspect this dress just isn't the right style for my body type, but there was no way it would look good on me. I was disappointed, because the dress itself was so pretty on the hanger :(
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Halter Starlet Gown
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Fun dress
I loved the dress, but didn't end up wearing it. The long was about a foot too long, and since I ordered it as a backup, that was the only available option. I think the 8R would have fit well.
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Teal Mesh Ball Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous princess dress!
I wore this gown to a black tie function in north Florida in November. This was my last-minute replacement that I should have ordered to start with. I forgot how small designer sizes run, and misjudged the size of my ribcage (and how much weight I gained in the past few months), for about 4 other styles. This dress zipped up just fine without being too snug around my ribs. That's usually the problem area for me. The straps were a little long, as other reviewers noted, but fashion tape didn't really work. I pulled them up a few times throughout the night, but it wasn't a big deal. The material is a lot lighter than I expected. I wore 1" heels, and the regular was the perfect length. I wore statement earrings and no necklace, and a simple black pashmina. I felt glamorous and comfortable and got tons of compliments - as with most RTR dresses I've gotten. I'm seriously considering renting this again for a black-tie wedding in June. Side note: the girl I cut off in front of the fireplace is also wearing RTR, and her dress looked fabulous on both of us, with very different body shapes.
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Floral Jacquard Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
NYE ballgown
I rented this for a bar's dressy New Years Eve party in Charlotte. It needed dress tape so I didn't flash everyone, but I felt so glam all night!
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Midnight Disco Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Great party dress!
I was skeptical about the bright color, but it turned out perfectly. I wore it to an outdoor beer festival at the beach, and it was perfect! It was the right balance of cute, casual, and light - especially with how hot it is in Florida in April. It was comfortable and got tons of compliments. I would definitely rent this one again (and probably should, because I apparently forgot to take pictures the first time).
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Mia Faux Wrap Dress
Cooper & Ella
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous dress!
This was a little tight in the waist, but that's normal for me. Like other reviews mentioned, the straps did keep slipping, but fashion tape would have fixed that (I forgot to bring some). The color was very bright - perfect for a spring beach wedding.
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Watermelon Lace Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Great color and good for dancing!
The fabric was a lot more stretchy than I realized, and I felt like I was vacuum-packed into the small. As long as I remembered to stand up straight the medium worked better. The dress was much cuter with heels than with flats. It was pretty comfortable, and good for dancing in, but my ring kept snagging on the outer layer of lace. I got tons of compliments all night, as usual with RTR :)
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A Fair Lady Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
Great color!
This dress was shorter and lighter than I expected. I loved it, but it is probably not good for a cold-weather event. I wore it for a small wedding in Tampa in November, and it was perfect. It looked much better on me with heels than with flats.
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Teal Rosette Tie Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C
I got so many compliments all night!
I wore this dress to an outdoor summer wedding, and it was great for the venue. It was pretty tight around the waist/ribs, but a little roomy in the top (which is kind of rare for me). It would probably fit someone with a smaller ribcage a little better, but I usually do have that problem. Overall it was a great choice!
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Ever After Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36C