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Bossy but make it sweet
I really liked this one - if you're short, it will probably be on the ground but the length was perfect for me. I felt really put together and liked the semi sheer skirt with a slip above the knee. Really flattering and gave me nice curves where I didn't have any.

Judith Peplum Maxi Dress
Sandro
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Butter Yellow Yumminess
Very sweet dress that I paired with black shoes to make it a little less saccharine. Overall, it fit true to size. The top fabric did wrinkle over the course of the day, but overall, I felt pretty good wearing this.

Twofer Blazer Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
A little frumpy, but fine
I thought this would be a little more "snatching" than it was. Overall it's high quality but it made my stomach and hips look much wider than they are, since the top part split open and puffed out a bit. Probably cuter on a more hourglass shape with better defined waist.

Hannah Midi Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Loved them, bought them
These are trendy but so comfortable, I ended up buying them. They did stretch out but that just added to the cool, easy vibe.

Jett High Rise Arched Leg Jean
ÉTICA Denim
Size Worn: 26
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Roomy and itchy
A little oversized, which was fine, but I found the material to be itchy at the neck and not very high quality. I wore it once with jeans and riding boots.

Brown Plaid Winston Blazer
Reformation
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cozy and Fine
This is a little cropped, and for my frame, too short in the arms. It didn't look like it did on the model, despite us being the same height. It's warm, not itchy, and pretty cute. Kept it for a few weeks but it's not great enough to buy or hold on to.

Rib Knit Long Sleeve Pullover
Polo Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Ballet Perfection
I wrote this out and felt like a million dollars. I love the deep plunge and really came around to the voluminous skirt. At first, I felt a little silly but then decided to be extra and go with it. It’s sexy and sweet at the same time. Yes, the bodysuit is a bit short but it stretches for us tall gals. Highly recommend!
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Sirinda Dress
Ronny Kobo
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Trippy, preppy print.
I was stopped by a worker at Trader Joe’s that said the dress was super cool but he couldn’t figure out the print. I have to agree it’s a bit trippy but I liked it! Fit was as expected, though the material isn’t breathable.
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Basketweave Polo Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute!
I liked these pants, and wore them as part of the matching suit. The fabric isn’t super breathable, so I can’t recommend it for very hot days. They were also a little shorter than I’d like, but that’s really normal for me.
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Dell Pants
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Exceptional dress.
I would buy this and wear it to a million events. It fit perfectly, was a complete showstopper on. The sleeve is long and I think this is most flattering on taller individuals.
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Zhuri Dress
Staud
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute, but there are better Sandro dresses
I think this was a sweet dress, appropriate for a lot of different occasions. I wore a nude slip under it for work, and paired it with silver flats and a denim jacket. I found it to be a little big in the waist, and just not quite as good as other Sandro knits. I’d wear again but wouldn’t buy it.
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Striped Knit Maxi Dress
Sandro
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute and Fun
Very sweet little Farm Rio dress. It is TTS, and has a deep v neckline, but there's a little hook and eye to keep everything in place. Would definitely rent again!
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Ravenala Mini Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Shortie!
I wore this as a beach cover up, since it was a little short to risk it in windy Florida. Very cute though!
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Yellow Gianluca Dress
Ciao Lucia
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Summer in a dress
I know I'm going to regret returning this dress. It's comfortable, luxurious, and flattering. The elastic back makes this great for small or large busts.
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Surrealist Summer Sundress
ALÉMAIS
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Non itchy, basic black
A fine sweater, it fit well but I only reached for it once over a few weeks. I did size up for more room, as RL sweaters can run a touch short.

Lozley Cable Knit Sweater
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Prep is Back
So many compliments on this! I wore with everything from thigh high boots and a leather jacket to tights, flats, and a soft sweater. The colors are fun and as a tall person, I didn't feel the length was inappropriate for work.
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Art Plaid Tweed Skirt
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Compliments Galore
I loved this skirt. I paired it with a crisp button down and over the knee boots and topped with a cropped leather jacket. I do agree that the zip fly sticks out in sort of an awkward way, but that didn't bother me enough. Loved this and was sad to send it back.
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Bertille Skirt
Officine Générale
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Pancake Butt
I love FD dresses, skirts, tops, and blazers. But their pants never work for me. They flatten my bum and aren’t long enough. Granted, I could have worn them with flats but I’m not a fan of that look. If you need a 34” inseam or longer, these will be too short. It’s too bad because the material is great.
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The Low Favorite Pant
Favorite Daughter
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Classic Houndstooth Beauty
I love FD blazers and this is no exception. Chic, well made, and a great balance of not too boxy, not too trim. Arms were long enough for this tall girl. Would consider purchasing since it's such a classic piece.
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The Phoebe Blazer
Favorite Daughter
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Lovely Early Fall Dress
Rhode is one of my go-to brands. It is made for taller women, hitting just above my ankles. My dress came new with tags and I almost bought it.
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Lulani Floral Dress
RHODE
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Nautical Meh
Maybe I'm just not a fitted cardigan person, but this felt too sweet and granny for my tastes. It's very thin so it bunched easily and wasn't my vibe.
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Aurelia Top
Rails
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Striped Chic, but wrinkly.
I loved this dress but hated the material. It wrinkled just looking at it. I got lots of compliments but as someone who hates wrinkly clothes, it's all I could see. I found the waist to be a bit high on me, but that's fairly typical since I'm tall. Belt was ok, but I would have liked to swap it for something with texture. Unfortunately it was sewn on. It also did not come with the neck bow, but that's ok by me.
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Emelia Shirt Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cutie Fruity
I wish I had rented this earlier in the summer. It fit well, though may be an awkward length on shorter individuals. Super cute print and it flowed nicely as I walked. Loved the flutter sleeves and curved bust.
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Silk Dawn Dress
HVN
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Never Gonna Give You Up
This may be my favorite rental ever. It is such high quality fabric, barely wrinkles, and oh my gosh the fit. I am tall and the waist was in the perfect spot. It skims my body without being too clingy. I’m finding additional ways to wear it just so I can get more days in this gorgeous dress.
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Jaguar Dress
Silk Laundry
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Pretty Meh
It’s a cute dress, but I found it very meh. I liked the swishy skirt, but the upper portion just didn’t fit my style. The collar is stiff and doesn’t lay open nicely. You almost need to wear it fully buttoned.
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Puff Sleeve Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Small and Short
This is not made for tall women. The waist is really short, despite the length being ok on me. I also really did not like that the tie was attached. It might have worked otherwise. I found the shoulder area to be a bit tight, causing the chest to gape open. I wouldn’t bother sizing up if you’re tall. It probably still won’t work. Too bad, because I loved the idea and the fabric is very nice.
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Half Sleeve Belted Linen Jacket
DUNST
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Almost great
I love the color and fit of this dress. However, it’s completely unwearable as-is. The portion of the skirt, from the bum cheek down, is see through. I really struggled to find something to wear underneath that worked. Because of the knit, the under layer color had to be close to the same as the dress, or it just looked odd. I can’t believe this wasn’t originally manufactured with a liner. It’s just not wearable without.
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Lorel Dress
Sandro
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Boxy, boxy, box.
This dress has a very high waistline so it hit me on my rib cage. I couldn’t wear it without looking like SpongeBob SquarePants in a sailor costume.
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Blue Polo Midi Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute idea!
This was such a tempting piece. I love the idea of it, but I probably should have sized up. Otherwise, I would have needed a bodysuit or bandeau bra to make sure there wasn’t any indecent exposure. Fabric is a chambray/oxford material and absolutely needs ironing before wearing. As a tall girl, the sleeves were perfect but will be quite long on others. That wouldn’t ruin the look, just something to be aware of.
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Vincent Shirt
K.NGSLEY
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Not for Tall Women
After searching long and hard for a gown to wear to a professional black tie gala, I settled on this one. Conservative but still interesting. I’m tall, so I chatted with a RTR rep to make sure the model really is 5’10. I was assured they were really accurate with this info. Cut to today, I arrived at my hotel where I had the dress shipped and threw it on. First, the material is really light and does not have the weight I would expect from all the sequins. However, this dress is absolutely not long. It was about 4” off the floor on me, and I’m 5’9. There is no way the model is wearing the same dress and is 5’10”. So disappointing. Literally having to overnight a gown from home so I have something to wear to this gala. Also, the small is really big and the x-small is really small. Definitely pass on this one.
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Carson Gown
STINE GOYA
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
The Saddest Chest
I… don’t know how to calculate how a dress can make my small chest look like it’s pointing at the floor. I put this on and even my husband saw it. It’s like the “pocket” is too loose and the top too tight. Hard pass.
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Naki Maxi
SALONI
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
So close to great
I wanted to love this because so many others look great in it. But I just could not get into the color scheme on my skin tone. Also, the second layer of ruching just below the busy puffs out (why? What function does this serve? It’s not aesthetics.) That said, I was pleasantly surprised the bust didn’t gape on my small chest and the length was almost to the floor on my 5’9” frame. I sent it back without wearing, ultimately.
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Nor Halter Maxi
AFRM
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
So. Tiny.
Loved the pattern, but this runs significantly smaller than other Boss sweaters. I’m 5’9, slim build, and could barely fit the S over my head. It was skin tight and just didn’t look right or feel comfortable. The tan is a little gold, by the way.
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Furkina Sweater
BOSS
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Almost great
This dress is so fantastic if you are planning on standing still and not eating. The most frustrating thing are these elasticized straps that run UNDER your armpit and cut into you. They’re not hanging straps, so they seem pointless. Anyway, I ended up changing out of this dress into another outfit after 10 minutes.
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Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Dress
Self-Portrait
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute in Olive Green
Love these pants. They run a bit big, but I liked the baggier feel with the tie waist. I’d consider buying these - or a similar pair - to add to my permanent rotation. Definitely a little sad to send back.
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Green Faux Leather Pants
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Beauty is pain
Ugh. I waited SO long for this top and the matching blazer to become available at the same time. I was excited to snap them up. However, this top has a deep flaw that made me return it without wearing. The sequins “wrap” over the top edge of the bodice, meaning they become mini razor blades and I could tell within seconds of putting this on that there’s no way I could wear it for an entire night. I am so disappointed considering the set is super high quality, the sequins are stitched on perfectly, and the set looks great together.
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Nikki Top
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
I cannot understand the bust.
I love Rixo. So much. But I cannot understand the cut of this dress at the bust. IT’s simultaneously too small at the seam (for my A cups - A CUPS) yet it gapes at the neckline. The back tie is also weirdly short. The colors are lovely and I was so hoping to wear this, but could not make my boobs look normal.
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Steph Dress
Rixo
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Funky, but just fine.
I liked these. Not loved, but liked. They ran a touch large and definitely stretched with wear. They were also a bit too short for my 5’9 body, but they’re obviously intentionally cropped, so it wasn’t terrible. I didn’t rent the jacket (as it’s like most RTR items and never available) but I actually think that would have been a bit too much of a look for me. I paired the pants with a black oversized turtleneck sweater and heels.
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Printed Velvet Pants
SFIZIO
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Hello, Boss Lady
I rented this for work and felt like a hot professional woman. It's so flattering (I did wear spanx under so there were no underwear lines), especially when paired with a black belt and heels. I loved this so much I went out and bought a black version of it. The fabric does not stretch out with wear and retained its shape throughout the day. Highly recommend!
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Taylor Knit Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B
Surprisingly Sexy
I rented this feeling lukewarm about it, but it's become one of my favorite rentals of all time. Yes, the neckline is low, but I was able to wear a normal bra with it. It skimmed my body perfectly and at 5'9, the hem hit just above my ankle bones. The background is black and there are small white flowers all over it with a fair amount of green leaves. It's hard to tell from the photos, but the green and white make it much more summery in person. Fabric is lightweight and could be a little sheer in some lights.
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Black Zadie Dress
Rixo
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 34B