Kara's Reviews
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Very comfortable option for 38.5 weeks pregnant
I got so many compliments at the wedding g we attended. The top is fitted enough to be flattering (and I could get in and out of it without help). The bottom is loose enough to cover all the compression wear and adult diapers necessary to be comfortable and confident in public at the end of pregnancy. I ended up sizing up and thought it was still a little short, but being so tall and so pregnant it was unavoidable and it didn't look bad.
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Velvet Maternity Jumpsuit
Ingrid & Isabel
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Not conducive to third trimester
The fabric of this dress is soft and pretty and would be very comfortable. I'm not sure why RTR said this was a third trimester dress as I'm 36 weeks in this picture. The seams on the side didn't hit right since my belly didn't allow the dress to fall to my hips the way it was meant to. The slit in the side then goes pretty high for the same reason. I'm sure this would have been very cute in the second trimester but I would avoid after that!
Primavera Floral Hacienda Maxi
Show Me Your Mumu
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 38D
Great fit for 24 weeks pregnant
I rented this to go to my BIL's graduation and it was perfect. The little belt is great for making sure you look pregnant not fat, and it is light enough that I didn't overheat in California in June. I wouldn't have rented this dress much further on in pregnancy as the slip underneath isn't stretchy (or you could size up again). Pre-pregnancy I was a 6.
Blue Floral Print Midi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 38D
Wonderful for being pregnant and standing up in a wedding
I was 27 weeks pregnant when my MIL got married on July 4 and wanted us to stand up in her wedding. This dress was so comfortable and kept me cool even though it was very warm that day. It is very stretchy but still pretty which is nice when you are swollen and starting to slow down.
Striped Gia Dress
John + Jenn
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 38D
As comfortable as could be for 35 weeks pregnant
This was a very comfortable dress for being 35 weeks pregnant at a wedding in August. I am tall and it still came to my knees even over my belly. I knocked on star off because the slip underneath wasn't even close to being long enough- I was planning on wearing maternity spanx anyways but it felt weird and kept riding up as we walked around at the cocktail our and after dinner. The good news is the dress isn't see through so no one else could see the slip was hitting halfway down my butt. This isn't designed to be a maternity dress so I'm not surprised I had the issue, but something to consider if you're renting and pregnant.
Floral Flutter Front Dress
Fleurtine
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 5
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 205lbs
Bust: 38D
Great for honeymoon
This was a great swimsuit coverup, although I probably wouldn't wear it for anything else as it is very short
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Cambridge Dress
TULAROSA
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Nice for dinner on our honeymoon
My husband loved the cutout back, it was short on me - but most maxi dresses are.
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Grid Cross Maxi
BB Dakota
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Perfect for wedding rehearsal
I really liked the look of this dress for my wedding rehearsal. I was sad that the 4 had makeup on it when I received it, and being 5'11" the sleeves were very much too short. The sleeves were better on the 6, but still on the short side.
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North Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful statement piece
I wore this to my rehearsal dinner, very pretty without being too much.
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Antique Cluster Necklace
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Perfect for informal engagement pictures
I rented this for engagement pictures and it was exactly what I wanted. It hit just below the knee and was very flowy and beautiful in the winds off the lake.
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Ivory Petals Dress
BB Dakota
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Perfect statement necklace
I got this as a replacement for a broken necklace I ordered for our engagement pictures. It is gorgeous in person and was the perfect touch to our look.
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Gold Shadow Teardrop Necklace
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Very, very fun to wear
I rented this skirt for our engagement pictures and was very bummed when we got rained out. The skirt has the perfect amount of fullness, and I sized down so that it would sit at my natural waist instead of around my hips. I ended up wearing it out to dinner that night instead because I wanted to wear it so bad!
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Windswept Skirt
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Beautiful color, beautiful fit
I rented this for our engagement photos and was sooooooooooo bummed when we got rained out of taking them. This dress is very flattering and a warm buttery yellow color. There's not much stretchiness to the dress though so I'm glad I went with the 6.
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Yellow Lace Sleeveless Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
A very unique dress that got highly complimented
I wore this to my boyfriend's dad's holiday Christmas party. It was the perfect mix of formal without being too formal, but other reviewers are not lying when they say the waist is small - it definitely helped me avoid the snack table! It was a little sad because the top was baggy, but there is no way I could have gone smaller due to the black waist section. I don't have a full body shot, but as a 5'11" female the end of the screen part came to my mid calf.
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Geisha Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Understated in its beauty
This is one of my favorite dresses I've ever rented from RTR. It was so simple but the skirt is structured and full to make your waist line look smaller - and it has pockets! True sparkly polka dots are subtle and so fun, and make this the next level of LBD. The 6 fit perfectly, but unfortunately the zipper arrived broken and I loved the dress so much I snuck into the 4 so I could wear it.
Josephine Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
Perfect Vegas dress
I rented this to wear to Vegas for my golden birthday celebration, and it was exactly what I was looking for. Sparkly and sexy without being too much. I had to wear pastys, but the sequins weren't itchy or uncomfortable without undergarments. At 5'11" this dress came to mid thigh, and didn't make me feel nervous to bend over or dance or anything like that.
Eyes of Gold Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
Stunning dress with many compliments
This dress was very simple but still very beautiful. I didn't realize how revealing it would be chest wise when I ordered it, but with wearing petals I never felt like I was at risk for indecent exposure. My biggest complaint was not being able to wear spanx with this dress (because they either show through the cutout or the bottom of the deep v) but if you can look past that it was very comfortable for dancing the nigh away! Also at 5'11" the long came to the top of my ankles, so I didn't need to/couldn't wear heels.
Side Part Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
Pattern makes the dress!
The dress was very comfortable on a very hot wedding day, the fabric moves with you but I sized up so I could dance and eat dinner comfortably. The cut is so flattering and the print is so gorgeous you don't need to accessorize at all.
Snap Dragon Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
Perfect NYE dress!
This was my last NYE celebration in Chicago so I wanted to celebrated with something shiny I wouldn't normally wear. This dress fit the bill perfectly without being too over the top, it caught the light without being gaudy since the sequins were so small. Will definitely be looking for a reason to rent it again.
Ashlee Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
Looks great with the Bubbles upon Bubbles dress
I rented this to match the model in the bubbles upon bubbles dress pictures and it worked perfectly, was very pretty without being too heavy or cumbersome.
Sweetheart Necklace
Lilly Pulitzer Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
So comfortable! And beautiful!
This was a perfect wedding dress since it was comfortable to dance in while being heavy enough material that I wasn't afraid if it blowing up in the wind or on the dance floor. I received so many compliments on how different it was.
Bubbles Upon Bubbles Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 152lbs
Bust: 34B
Great statement earrings without being too heavy
I rented these earrings with the Clover Canyon Reflection at Night Dress, and the blues matched perfectly! They were so pretty without being overly loud or obnoxious, a really good option for my company's holiday party.
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Midnight Statement Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34B
So comfortable for the entire evening!
This dress is made out of basically scuba material, but still looks formal enough to wear to my company's holiday party. I was able to stay warm on a cold midwest winter evening without being too warm inside. I also didn't feel self conscious about eating or drinking too much since this dress is essentially full body spanx, but much more comfortable.
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Reflection At Night Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34B
This is so much easier when it covers the insurance!
This really streamlines the rental process and it's rally nice to cover the insurance
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Rent the Runway PRO
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34B
I didn't end up wearing, but I wanted to!
This was sent to me as an alternate when my selected necklace was broken prior to shipment (RTR sent me two alternative replacements - it was amazing!) and unfortunately I had silver shoes and didn't get to wear this necklace. It is a beautiful statement piece and I will be re renting to actually wear!
Walk Like an Egyptian Necklace
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Great statement earrings!
The earrings were gorgeous, but they were a little heavy for dancing. Overall loved them though!
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Nyla Emerald Earrings
Kendra Scott
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
So comfortable for the whole night
This dress was loose everywhere except the waist so I was able to go down to the 4, but it did end up getting tight after dinner. However, it was so light and comfortable for a warm summer wedding and was great for a full night of dancing. Definitely worth the rental!
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Gone Wild Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Perfect Vegas statement necklace!
I wasn't able to get my first voice of necklace due to it being damaged when it was returned, but the stylists at RTR did an awesome job of sending me a different necklace to complete the look with the ERIN erin fetherston Seeing Geometry Sheath that I hadn't even considered. It was gorgeous!
Studio 54 Collar
Ranjana Khan
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
This dress was perfect for a night of dancing at Tao in Las Vegas
The fit of this dress was awesome, it was a light weight fabric that was perfect for Vegas heat, and stretchy enough for dancing the whole night without getting uncomfortable.
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Seeing Geometry Sheath
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Very pretty
So so flattering, hides body imperfections so well. I was comfortable all night and would rent again.
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Lace Slide Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous!
These were perfect for the holiday party I attended, I would highly recommend them!
Silver Lilliana Earrings
Juliet & Company
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 207lbs
Bust: 36C