Kate's Reviews
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Chic and well-cut, but, yes, the tush and thighs are snug...
Other reviewers pegged this, and I thought maybe I'd have more luck. Once belted, it relaxes a little, but not enough to be a stunning party dress. I ended up not wearing this one. The striped fabric is interesting, but not as quite high end as I was hoping for. Great neckline and sleeve however. If you're a pencil and want to rock a fashion-editor type look - this would be perfect for you.
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Striped Balloon Dress
Martin Grant
Size Worn: 36R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Amazing cut / lovely fabric
This is a perfect spring/summer work dress. I paired it with a yellow bolero jacket and it was great for a client meeting. The waist is a little slim, so if you don't want to be sucking it in, size up. That's the reason for knocking off 1 star - but maybe I should knock off the bread! LOL!
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Sleeveless Trapunto Hem Dress
Co
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
So unusual and arty
Loved these - wore them two different times and really enjoyed the sculptural aspect as well as the pretty drop "jewels". Great quality. A little heavy but not beyond reason.
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Painted Branches Earrings
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Beautiful print, fabric - super edgy
Arrived very wrinkled but ironed easily. Once on, it was a bit difficult to figure out the most flattering way to wear the long ties. I ended up not wearing it and not really having the patience to deal. Felt like I didn't have anything good to pair it with. It definitely runs a little small - if you'r looking to have it hit you where the model has it, size up. Very high quality, chic and dressy - would look great with a very formal pair of black or white trousers.
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Striped High Neck Blouse
Cedric Charlier
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
works with so many colors
loved these modern earrings - and they worked for multiple outfits....
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Sunset Tassel Earrings
Sarah Magid
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Really lovely material and cut.
Needed a light ironing for sure, the ruffles looked so much better afterward. Makes a great summer work- to-dinner dress.
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Navy Cross Ruffle Dress
Marni
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Colorful and elegant
Loved so much about this dress, but the one flaw is that there are silk side pockets that bunch a little, causing the fit through the hips to be a little weird. The way the integrated scarf wraps around is a bit confusing, you have to work with it until you get it the way you want it. I ended up making a loose knot in the back to keep it in place. The cap sleeves are flattering and it shows plenty of leg! Loved it.
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Mod Splotch Dress
Nina Ricci
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Stylish shirt dress
The photo doesn't really show how breezy and casual this dress is. Loved the material. Wore it several times, dressed up and down. Nice and cool for an August work event. The material and cut are high quality.
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Midnight Ruffle Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Thought Joie quality would be better.
This ran big on me and I think the faux shearling has seen better days. Wore it around town twice but it wasn't really anything special. It looks so good on the model - was hoping for something a little more fashion-forward.
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Danay Faux Fur Vest
Joie
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Super Short!
I was prepared for the cropped look to wear with some high waisted slacks - but this is higher than normal. I did love the sleeves and the overall quality, but it really felt strangely shrunken in the bodice part. Size UP, even if you're like me and usually wear 4/6. I ended up not able to wear this with anything I already had. I think I could have probably made a large work, but oh well.
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Metallic Restless Sweater
Keepsake
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Great print - chic dress for evening
loved this dress! very elegant and because of the self-tying belt, you can really style it to flatter your own figure. i did not wear a slip, though other reviewers mentioned that. i didn't think it warranted it. wore it with a big statement necklace and black heels.
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Casimir Dot Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
NONSTOP COMMENTS
This puts that final amazing touch on your outfit. Got so many complements. You can wear it with the green stone hanging straight down, or you can also shift it off to the side creating a cool asymmetry.
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Emerald Flower Necklace
Marni Accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Amazing heavy fabric & sleeves
In my opinion, this is NOT a dress. This is a tunic. I wore it over ivory pants and heels and it was great, though by the end of the evening the heavy fabric felt a bit rumpled. I required ironing both times I wore it. Loved the black trim along the sleeve edge & neckline - the fullness of the whole silhouette is very current, but again, this is not a dress. At least not for me. If you bend down to pick anything up, you will be on display!
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Navy Elsa Dress
Osman
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Great Tailoring / Not Crazy about Fabric
This was too big for me, sleeves and all. The interior of the jacket has a strap which helps with the cinching in the back - creating a flattering profile. I just wasn't crazy about the poly fabric - it didn't feel very youthful somehow.
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Deep Orange Shawl Collar Jacket
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Black on Black Pattern Unexpected - Not my Cup of Tea
While I loved the styling and full bolero feeling, I wasn't prepared for the fact that there is a black on black floral design on the main body of the piece. It felt a little too much like upholstery fabric for my taste & style. Could be great for other people. My recommendation would be to really zoom in it to make sure that is what you're after....
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Black Matador Jacket
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
way big and boxy
This top is fabricated from beautiful material - the pin striping is really smart. I should have sized down in this, but even then, I'm not sure it would have been very flattering on me. It is really boxy and masculine. I think this is the kind of top that would look really great on larger chested women - if you are rather flat and somewhat thin, you will SWIM in this. Belting is an idea, but the fabric didn't drape comfortably for my taste.
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Navy Delmont Pinstripe Dolman Top
Tibi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Spiffy blazer to pair with anything!
Rented this for everyday - loved it with jeans and dressy black pants alike. It has a nice quality, is lined. The color combo is amazing - blue and black with amazing tones of red.
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Red Plaid Blazer
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
High quality but really LONG sleeves
Loved the styling of this modern crisp blazer - but the sleeves were impossibly long. I ended up folding them inside themselves a bit to manage it. Really loved the green accent. Lovely fresh color.
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Canter Riding Jacket
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Easy Fall Layering Piece!
Love this Joie cardigan - I wore it as an everyday Unlimited rental and loved the quality, color and texture of this knit. It pairs really well with many different kinds of fall layering pieces - and I tried mixing it's subtle pattern with other patterned shirts - and it looked great. Great length - just mid-thigh. Much prettier in person than the model's photo.
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Heather Grey Raelin Cardigan
Joie
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Heavy high quality material - classy but casual
I loved the boho vibe of this top - make sure you size down though - it is really really boxy and big. I had to roll up the sleeves and do an 'over the elbow' kind of look. The fabric is super heavy and not terribly summer-y - it is definitely more of a spring or fall piece. I gave it four stars instead of five only because for my taste - the fabric is almost TOO heavy to be flattering.
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Off White Peasant Top
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Loved it - bought it
High quality fabric and classy drape. This cami has a confusing strap which you will eventually figure out. You cinch it at your back to control the tightness of the front. This was great for me, as I'm small chested. It conforms nicely to your body without being too tight and thus no bra needed. The back hem has a bit of a scoop up, which is a bit strange, but as I have worn it I have actually liked that touch - it shows a little small of the back. It was my first purchase with RTR - I'm an Unlimited member and it is so nice to have that option when you know something is just perfect for you!
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Nautical Breeze Tank Top
ASTR the Label
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Easy and Forgiving
This romper is super comfortable and shows off your legs and shoulders in a great way. I wore it with wedges for a dinner out, and then with sandals for touring on vacation. The black tassel at the smocked top is really helpful as it controls how much chest you show - and it is a lovely swingy touch. No necklace needed! It dresses up or down really well, and packs without a wrinkle. I think I would have been just a little more comfortable in a Small, but that wasn't available. Great piece!
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Machiko Romper
Joie
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Flattering and cool (in all ways!)
This was my mainstay evening wear during a vacation abroad this summer. I wore it with simple leather thong sandals and sometimes a necklace. The wrap style is very flattering. I wore an XS only because the S wasn't available - and so it was a bit snug for me through the sleeves, but the bodice part was great. Shows of the décolletage really beautifully. I packed some wardrobe double sided tape which is nice for the plunging V of the neckline. It kept it just in the right place and my bra didn't show. The fabric didn't wrinkle very much, despite being repeatedly folded back into my suitcase as we went from place to place. Wish I had photos - it is really a lovely piece!
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White Stripe Vivien Dress
Alexis
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Elegant but LONG
This is a pretty maxi dress but if you're anything less than 5'-5" you'll need to belt it. The waist and sleeves were quite fitted, but that was a nice contrast to the flowy bottom half. I did wear summery sandal flats - so heels would probably help with the length. Fabric is a bit synthetic-y, but has great drape. Pattern very stylish and boho. Buttons up the front skirt allows you to really show some leg if you want. Overall a nice dress and the reason I only gave it 4 stars is b/c of the length.....
Greyson Maxi Dress
Matison Stone
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 36A
Totally stylish and fresh colors - boxy silhouette. Sophisticated and demure.
I wore this to an evening birthday event for a friend....it has a very boxy fit and I think I could have even gone a size down. I think it would be perfect for a formal daytime wedding or a daytime charity event where there is a high-end, but conservative, tone. As someone else said, it doesn't really show off your figure... The fabric is truly gorgeous and the colors/print are a great unexpected combination. The pink and chartreuse with the black are stunning. High high heels are appropriate with this to add a little slink....I think the tailoring could ultimately be improved upon, which is why I only gave it 4 stars.
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Black Floral Printed Dress
Marni
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Amazing BLING! These are big and heavy - the clasp seems a wee bit weak for their weight. Careful!
I wore these with a great Marni dress and really loved the impact. You don't need a necklace or bracelet when you have these on! They are truly lovely. Be careful with the clasp - I'm not sure they are as strong as they should be for their weight.
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Gela Earrings
A Peace Treaty
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Modern cut and gorgeous fabric
this seems to run little large - i would size down if i ever rented it again. i wore this several times for both business and evenings out - with cropped pants and also linen cargos. like anything sheer and light colored - your cami or bra will be important. my cami straps kept peeking out, i wish this blouse had those mini snap loops to keep them in place. all in all - a simply gorgeous piece that you will find many occasions for.....!
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White Cold Shoulder Silk Blouse
HALSTON
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Striking colors & unique styling - quite body conscious yet fairly forgiving at the same time!
The quality, coloration and styling of this dress makes it truly gorgeous. It falls beautifully and shows off your décolletage tastefully. You have to be 'at home' in your body to wear it, as it is somewhat snug through the bodice and hips. If you have a poochy tummy that you're self-conscious about, this is not for you. I didn't have the right Spanx for it, so I felt like I was sucking it in the whole night. Pretty normal operating procedure for being dressed up though, right? Make sure you have time to work through your bra issues on this one, as they are definitely front and center. All in all - its a showstopper if you want to show off your gym-bod in a low-key way!
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Amur Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Summer-y and elegant - but size DOWN!
I wore this out to dinner with black flat sandals and minimal jewelry. The belt helps to adjust the skirt length and the fabric is gorgeous. It really drapes beautifully and the lining is light and high quality. If you're fair, like me, the black banding along the neckline can be a bit overpowering - but it still worked ok. That is the only reason I gave it four starts instead of 5. Has a great fit and look through the shoulders and arms.
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Basketweave Print Maxi
VINCE.
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
size down in this - i normally wear J Crew 28 jeans so I thought 27 would be great - 26 better
really cute and casual, great length. again - size DOWN (I'm 5'-5", about 125 and not hippy)
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Sorren Denim Skirt
Joie
Size Worn: 27
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A
Great alternative to a dress for a spring / summer event. Lovely fabric and drape.
All the other reviews are pretty accurate on this one - plunging neckline, short hemline, tight waist. However it's a really great look if it works for you. I managed the neckline with a safety pin (plus I'm only an A cup) used those stick-on bra things too. The short hemline is OK as long as you're comfortable with your legs - and I got around some of that by wearing very very sheer (and expensive) skin tone pantyhose (no banding or anything) - no one could even tell I had stockings on. The waist is snug, but it is really part of the appeal of this romper's silhouette. A fun outfit that is fashion forward and a little bit unexpected.
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Edison Jacquard Suit Romper
Marissa Webb
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 118lbs
Bust: 36A