Cindy's Reviews
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Runs big, and the green is brighter than it appears
Too big so I didn't wear. Also the color was more of a bright kelly green (maybe emerald green), which I didn't love. I wanted a deeper forest green.
Faux Wrap Tuxedo Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Relaxed fit, runs big
Love the color, pattern, and style. But note these are a relaxed fit throughout (from the waist through the leg), so if you're between sizes, size down. I am between a 6 and 8. I got the 8, and it was a little too big all over. I think the pants stretched out a bit throughout the day, too, so they felt baggy by the end of the day. I would rent again but will probably get a 6. They really are gorgeous in person though.
Windowpane Twill Pants
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs big, had to wear with strapless bra
I really liked the look of this top, but I had to wear a strapless bra with it, which is reason alone for me to not rent it again. I wish it had the little snaps on the shoulders to hold bra straps in place, but it doesn't. It also runs big. I wore a medium, which says it's for size 4-6, but I'm normally a 6 bordering on 8, and the medium was a little too big for me. Suggest sizing down.
Harper Top
CAARA
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Warm but lightweight, TTS
Comfortable and warm. I thought it was bulkier in the photo, but it's actually pretty lightweight but still warm. The neck is kind of tight and itched a bit (the rest of the sweater was soft and not itchy). And the bottom rode up sometimes so I had to keep pulling it down. I got compliments and loved it, but seriously how does a sweater retail for $890??
Polo Neck Sweater
Victoria Beckham
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Fits laptop and still roomy but fastener not very functional
More mauve/brown than beige. It's very large. You can easily fit even large laptops. Generally loved the look of it but the best part (the arrow "lock" detail) isn't very functional. You have to really labor to get it locked in place, only to realize a minute later you want to grab chapstick or your phone, and it just wasn't worth it to keep locking and unlocking it. So I just kept the arrow tucked in a little side notch meant for that, but then it wasn't really showing off that cute detail.
Cream Barton Tote
Mackage Handbags
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Flowy, comfortable, TTS
Fits true to size. Flowy material that looked spectacular when I walked. Maybe made me look a bit hippy, but elegant enough to make up for it I think. I was able to wear a normal bra with this (the convertible kind that hooks together in the back), which was a plus. And the length was just right in 3-inch heels (I'm nearly 5' 7" without heels)
Sleeveless Cowl Neck Flowy Leg Jumpsuit
HALSTON
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Pull-on (no zipper), pockets bunch, otherwise nice
Very comfortable, stretchy material and the color is vibrant. But they are a snug fit - I sized up to a 44/8, and they fit but were pulling at my hips, so the pockets stick out awkwardly. Also, I wish they were high waisted because the waist is a little low and kind of rolls down a bit. Lastly, I'll mention these are pull-on pants, like leggings. There is no zipper. That's not necessarily a bad thing but figured I'd mention it. All in all, I like them, but the pockets sticking out is a problem.
Nuccia Crop Pants
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Shinier than pictured, but so glam and comfortable
The gold is pretty shiny, so it was a bit more glam than I intended for work. But it's gorgeous, and soo comfortable (very stretchy, internal lining is super soft). I'm between a 6 and 8 and went with the 8. Glad I did. So if you're between sizes, size up.
Boat Neck Sheath
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Not good if you have hips
Fits tight around the hips and then bunches around the midsection. I didn't wear it. Really unflattering. Probably great if you have smaller hips though. Gorgeous color, and the fabric was soft and had some give.
Locale Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Dips oddly low in the back, not very flattering
I love some Of Mercer pieces, but this just wasn't cute. I love a good stretchy jacket, but this felt like cheap cotton that wrinkled really easily. It looked crisp in the photo but not in person. Lastly, the back dips really low over your butt, and then comes up pretty high in the front, and the effect was just not working for me. Didn't wear it.
Montgomery Blazer
Of Mercer
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Roomy, but I'd stick to your regular size
Go with your normal size. The dress runs a little large, but the fabric drapes perfectly with a bit of a loose fit. It feels thick, but you can see underwear lines - not see through, just the outline. That's my only complaint. Otherwise I got tons of compliments. Seems more expensive than it is. I seriously contemplated buying it.
Orange Bat Sleeve Dress
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 36B
Vibrant colors, comfortable fit
Love. Comfortable fabric and fit. Gorgeous print (greener than in the pic I took - the lighting was off). My only complaint is the spacing of the buttons. If you unbutton the 2nd-to-top button, it shows too much. But having it buttoned is a bit too conservative. Wish there was a middle button, or they were just placed at different intervals.
Myella Top
Joie
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
A little stiff to move around in, but I got tons of compliments
Initially I thought the dress was just OK, but so many people at my work stopped to compliment me on it. So apparently it was a hit. Colors are a bit more muted than they appear in the photo. And the arms and legs are a bit snug so it's hard to get a lot of movement in the dress. But that being said, it's thick fabric and bump friendly and overall very flattering.
Jodee Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Loved, but runs big
Runs big, and the arms are long. I'm normally between a 6 and 8. I wore the 8, but it was huge. But I really liked it, so I'll probably try again with a 6.
Mischaa Jacket
Club Monaco
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Love, love, love
I was literally stopped on the street by someone asking where I got my dress. And complimented about 7 others times. I'm a size 6, sometimes 8, but the 42 (6 equivalent) fit perfectly. Comfortable to move around in. Would have kept it if it weren't crazy expensive.
Fantasy Print Dress
Cedric Charlier
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Size up if you have hips, but then the top is too big
Fit is weird. I'm a 6, sometimes 8. I rented the 8 and I'm glad I did only because I have hips, and the fabric was almost stretched so far the buttons pulled a bit over my hips. But I was swimming in the top. Felt like I needed a 4 up top and an 8 on the bottom. Other weird complaints: the buckle banged my knees every step I took, and I had to hold it when I walked, and the fabric puckered around the seems in the back. Also, fabric is too heavy to wear in the summer. Overall, don't think I'd rent again.
Green Wrap Effect Dress
Jason Wu Collection
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Love, though i was nervous it accentuated my hips
Extremely comfortable, thick fabric that hides bumps. I'm normally a size 6 and wore the medium, which was perfect. Small would have been too small. I got tons of compliments. My only hesitation was that I thought the fabric was a bit stiff and sticking out on the sides, so I was afraid it made my hips look even bigger. But I think it was fine in the end.
Knit Stripe Flare Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Exactly as pictured, true to size
I'm a size 6, occasionally bordering on 8 (mostly just because I have hips). But the 6 fit perfectly (maybe even a tad roomy). So it's true to size, maybe runs a tad big. Reminds me of men's ties sewn together. Funky and fun.
Patchwork Pleated Skirt
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Made my hips look big
Ended up not wearing. Made my hips look even bigger than they are.
Blue Antoinette Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Great work dress
Loved it. Flattering cut if you have hips
Tannia Dress
Ted Baker
Size Worn: 3
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
A little too casual for work
I wanted to wear this to work but the material is almost like a white jean material, and it fit a bit loosely around my legs. That combined with the wacky pattern (which I love but...), I just couldn't bring myself to wear these to work and returned without even wearing it. I loved the photo but it just looked really casual on.
Dakota Pants
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Fits just like MM LaFleur Foster pant
LOVE! Size up. I wear size 6 in Banana Republic but wore a size 8, and it fit like a glove. I'm hippy with a smaller waste. These fit just like the MM LaFleur Foster paint, if you're familiar with them. I wear size 8 in the Foster pant too.
Cobalt Skinny Pants
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs