Dakotah's Reviews
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Not your every day everyday dress
The dress wasn't hugely flattering on me because I don't have enough of a waist; therefore, all of the bunching around the waist from the ties made it so I looked somewhat rectangular from the front (and even from the sides, which is odd given that I have a booty). However, this dress isn't worn to flatter so much as just be a cool, casual dress on its own accord, and it was just that. Under the wrap it's pretty much a dress-shirt-material button up dress, and this part was a tad too tight and short for me, but not enough that it looked bad or that someone near me could tell. I styled this with suede, maroon pointy toe wedges, and a cool choker (buttons the buttons all the way up).

Black The Rapid Dress
TY-LR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Bride and groom's parents loved it: score!
This is an epically blue blue, and it has all the sass allowable for a wedding. The length was perfect (to my knees, and I'm 5'7"), and the ruching gave it just enough interest to be very different and cool. The back of the dress at the neckline (where the tag is) was my only complaint: the fabric rolls up to the point that the tag is exposed. I had to tape it down, but that kept it from rolling the rest of the day. The material is great for a wedding because you can sit and stand a million times and not worry about wrinkle lines. Great dress!

Navy Cassandre Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
So many details; my favorite everyday item
The belt is attached in the back, so you only have so many options to use the belt. You basically can't use it any way other than to tie it in the front middle as closure. Other than that, this is truly a unique and fun piece. I read another review where a woman said she wore this 3 times during her rental: with a romper, a dress, with jeans and a shirt. I wore this once so far just to walk around Santa Monica but I DEFINITELY will be wearing this to work and anywhere else I can wear it to, until everyone I know has seen it. Only then will I be satisfied. The cutout sides were standouts, as well as the button-up sides (which are functional buttons). The collar detail and pockets and belt are all great touches as well. I have gotten several compliments and am deeply considering buying this. My favorite everyday item I've rented so far!

Gavin Canvas Vest
Marissa Webb
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Perfect color for many occasions
I am somewhat tall with long arms so the sleeve length was a little too short for my preference. The shoulders have a cute little padding that even worked fine for me, although I have broader shoulders. But overall, perfectly fine fit. The pink is very bright and works well for daytime with jeans, over an LBD for a night outing, and for work with a pencil dress or anything. I'd rent it again.

Fuchsia Refine Suit Jacket
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Unique pattern, added pleats, and POCKETS!!!
Every lady likes pockets on her dress, amiright?! You can keep your phone with you so you can tweet and live your life virtually! But I digress. This dress is great. I have no complaints. It's definitely an a-line shift, so it's more flattering for the pattern. I wanted to wear it shopping, to work, to brunch, and all of the above. For the photo, I styled it with a patent red pump for an extra pop of fun.

Mod Abstract Shift
MSGM
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Work chic with a literal edge
The rough edges on this dress give it just enough umph for a lady that wants to remain RTR chic, and the rest is a pretty classic pencil dress with stretch! The back side is pretty much all black (stretchier material) and the front and sides have the most visual appeal. There was a weird rippling at the neckline which I could not fix but didn't care about (a bib necklace of some sort would do the trick). Play it up with a fun-colored pump! I don't have a waist, but I do have some booty, so for all of you straight and narrow types (from the front) feel free to wear with a skinny belt like I did. It doesn't feel/look as weird as you might think, given the darts. Would rent again! -D

Simona Sheath
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Fun pattern, sophisticated silhouette
The dress is made of a starchy cotton so it is structured and doesn't conform to the body. I'm 5'7.5" and have a long torso, so the location of the hips and waistline was different from my own. Still, because of the crop top look of the dress, and the peplum hem, you don't really notice anyone's actual body proportions; instead you're just looking at the cool silhouette and print of the dress. This would go really well with a simple ankle strap sandal in white, red-orange, pink, or kelly green. I would order this again!

Mana Popover Dress
TY-LR
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Unique shape and breathable material
I got an extra small and the bust still looked a little baggy sometimes when I would catch myself in a mirror. It wasn't that bad, however, and I just wore a more padded bra for the two times I wore it (I am a 34A, emphasis on A). I wore this to a job interview with Tiffany & Co with a geometric black blazer and matching skinny-ish suit pants. I did not win the job but I was for sure winning fashion, if I must say so myself! I also wore this to work (because, now we know I have to stay at my current company a tad longer), and it worked dressed down with a pair of jeans. Note, the slit in the front goes up pretty high (as you can see in the photo) so even for mid-rise pants like the ones I'm wearing, you still may wind up showing a little skin if you are somewhat tall or have a long torso like me.

White Sophia Top
TY-LR
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Mixed fabric makes this unique
This was a top I rented just to mix up my weekly work wardrobe (rented as part of RTR Unlimited). The top part is a dark greyish-blue and white vertical stripe, and the bottom is more grey-white than the crisp white that it appears in the photos. I don't know if the shirt has just been cleaned too many times but the white part is definitely not white. The top looked like it might be seersucker but the material is normal/cotton.

Rhione Top
Bailey 44
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Unique fabric rings make a statement
Like others have described, it's a boyfriend fit, so while I usually wear a size small, an XS might have fit my shoulders better. However, I got a size small, so it was a bit large on me, but I wanted the sleeves to fit. To mitigate thae large size, I wore it with a skinny waist belt. I wore this blazer to work and then again to a nice dinner with a friend. It worked for both when worn with a belt. It can be dressed up with a little black dress, too, I'd say as long as the dress is fitted/bodycon.

Blush Blazer
ELLIATT
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Tasteful, beautiful color, lovely fabric
I normally wear a size two and ordered a 4 because it was all they had. It was a little larger than needed but not so much that it made a huge difference or that it was unflattering. I rented this because I had a brunch and I think romper a are great for brunch. In hindsight, the fabric is so luxurious that this could be used for a date or night out. The lining is a lovely satiny material. The flaps on the front and back give this romper a little something special, which is exactly why I rented it.

Hot Pink Sail Away Romper
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 129lbs
Bust: 34A
Lovely fit, a bit short!
The rouching was very strategically placed! The fishtail bottom was perfect! However, I'm 5'7.5" and the 2L and 4L were both not long enough. The pictures show the dress WITHOUT heels. I had to rush to look for very short heels to wear. This dress would be great for someone 5'5" to 5'6" if you don't want to wear flats...
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Natural Beauty Gown
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34A