Melissa's Reviews
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Show your PRIDE in this Embroidered Beauty!
I wore this colorful dress to a beautiful wedding that took place during Gay Pride Weekend. It was perfect for showing my support while also not being too literal and "rainbow." Fit like a glove and had a very high-quality expensive feel to the material. The only downside I can think of is that because of the tightness and length of the dress it was a little difficult to walk upstairs. Overall, the dress had beautiful embroidery and really made a statement.
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Multi Floral Embroidered Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
Bright Spring Color, Classy Length, Beautiful Material
This dress could be worn for so many occasions and would be equally classy, beautiful, and comfortable at all of them. Wedding shower, Baby shower, etc- it would all be perfect for a Spring Event. I would recommend getting your true size and sizing down for your backup size. I normally wear a 6 but the 4 definitely would have been more flattering. I am 5'8" and the dress hit me at the perfect length right below the knee. I love how the sleeves were see through- it added just a touch of something but wasn't overly noticeable either.
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Mint Beaux Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
Beauty and the Beast/ How to Lose a Guy In 10 Days Vibes
This dress was amazing. I am usually a size 6 but wore the 4 because the straps were a bit shorter and made the top more flattering. I am 5'8' and the long was perfect with some 2.5-inch heels. Be warned, the slit it pretty high and I'm not sure what kind of underwear you would be able to wear under it without it showing through the silky fabric. I got so many compliments on this dress- I wish I could wear it every day!
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Buttercup Satin Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
Angelic.
I wore this dress during sorority Recruitment and received endless compliments. The shoulder and back detail really makes this otherwise simple dress stand out and the movement of it all is beautiful. Even though it is a white dress, the material is thick enough that I didn't need to worry about undergarments all that much either which was a plus!
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Cyrano Shift
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
the IT slit!
I have a hard time believing that this could look bad on anyone. It is such a classic black gown with a beautiful slit that was the perfect hight on my figure. It is quite high but wasn't uncomfortable or too showy for me. The neckline was the perfect amount of plunging and also done in good taste. It was comfortable and the material was thick and expensive so there wasn't any need for me to wear a bra. You can't go wrong with this dress for a formal affair or black tie event!
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Tuxedo Wrap Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
You don't need to show skin to be sexy.
This dress was hot in the most modest way. It complimented my figure very nicely and the material felt expensive yet not too hot. The sleeves were my favorite part of the dress but the slit came in a close second. I am 5'8" and the slit was not too high at all! I think this would be perfect for a work party or any winter occasion where you didn't want to wear a floor length dress but still wanted to be a little sexy. I will definitely be renting this dress again!
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Black Cropped Bell Sleeve Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
Modern Day Cinderella
This has been one of my favorite rent the runway rentals by far. You can really never go wrong with Badgley Mischka- the quality of the material is unreal and the fit is always spot on. The top and bottom together are a show stopper and the fact that the skirt has pockets is just the cherry on top of this amazing outfit. Be aware the material is thick and will be hot if it is hot outside. It runs true to size, however I sized down because I wanted the skirt to fit higher up on my waist so that there wouldn't be a gap between the top and bottom. People were calling me "Cinderella" and "Claire Underwood" all night.
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Baroque Skirt
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 32DD
So Many Compliments!
I wore this dress to a fraternity date party where we had to either wear black or purple. I'm so glad I chose this dress because it was beautiful, comfortable, functional (pockets) and I received so many compliments! I am usually always a size 6. I checked out the other reviews and luckily I did because the 6 was big enough on me that it would've been falling down all night. The 4 fit great though and looking back, I might have even been able to squeeze into a 2. I'm 5'8" and the length was great as well. I felt beautiful in this dress- another perfect 10 from RTR!!
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Victoria Tea Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
One of my Favorite Rentals EVER!
This was one of my favorite dresses that I've rented from RTR. I am a true size 6 and this dress fit me like a glove. I wore it to my sorority's semi-formal and I can't tell you the number of compliments I received from both my friends and even their dates! Although my normal size worked perfect for me, I recommend sizing up for backup and maybe passing on this dress if you are on the shorter side. I'm not a fan of cutouts but these were placed so nicely that they really added a great element to the dress. As for styling- I kept it really simple and clean so the dress was the star of the show- and it was!!
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Colorblock Riza Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
Little in Size, Big in Style
I loved this clutch and was so happy that there was also a small gold bracelet-like-strap that could be used to hold it as well. I love how boxy it is and it had a very vintage feel to it. It fit my iPhone 5, my id and cards, my key and a small hair comb. It's small but classic and I 100% recommend it.
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Corsica Scale Clutch
Inge Christopher
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
Unique yet Oh-So-Classic.
This dress is one of my all time favorites that I've rented from RTR. I wore it out for a nice dinner and then to see the Ballet with my boyfriend. It was comfortable enough to sit in all evening, warm enough for the cold theatre, and not too hot for the warmer weather outside. The cape itself is the highlight of this dress but it doesn't take away from its classic beauty and expensive material. I styled it with black pointed toe pumps and a slick back ponytail- nothing else was necessary. It was such an easy and beautiful dress and I'm positive I will be renting it again.
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Gizela Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
Stole the Show with this Classy Number
I am in love with this classy structured jumpsuit! It was the perfect length and although I fear some people might think the straps were a bit long, they were perfect for me. The material is thick enough that I didn't need to wear a bra (even though it's white) and unlike some jumpsuits, the pants didn't ride up or bunch in the front. I made sure to tan with St. Tropez and styled it with a middle part slick back ponytail and a red lip. This outfit was a true standout in a sea of dresses at my boyfriend's Fraternity Awards Show Party. Between him and I, we give it 4 thumbs up!
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Crisp Jumpsuit
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
Perfect Combo of Sweet and Sexy
I wore this dress to my boyfriend's Formal on a river boat and it was the perfect mixture of sweet and sexy. The material felt very expensive and although the top is a bit revealing, the tie around the waist and the crisscross straps across the back really help to keep everything supported. (With that being said, I would recommend this dress to girls with a larger bust, unless you have a large supply dress tape on hand.) I got so many complements- especially on the cut, and color of the dress and I would 100% love to wear it again!
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Roses Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
So Classy- wish I could've kept it!!!
I wore this dress to my sisters college graduation ceremony and felt so beautiful the whole day! The skirt is delightfully full and the fabric of the dress felt so expensive! My only issue was due to the fact that I have a larger chest and the fabric of this dress doesn't stretch. Although my usual size 4 worked out fine, I would recommend sizing up if you are any larger than a C cup. Wish I could've kept this dress!!
Lets Fly Away Dress
Thakoon
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
Perfect Springy Color and Flatering Cut!
I rented this dress for my sorority formal and loved it! It looked and felt brand new when it arrived and was such a beautiful color! The only thing I would warn, is that although it is called a Sheath- it is a tight fitting dress. I ordered the 4 and 6 and ended up having to wear the 4 because the 6 was unavailable. I think the 6 would've been a bit better for dancing, but I still loved wearing this dress!
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Peach Racing Sheath
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32D+
Great Fit, Classy, Flattering!!!
The dress fit me like a glove and the expensive feel of the material made me feel classy and elegant all night. I am 5'8" and wore 3.5 inch heels and the 4L gown hit the floor perfectly. I loved the stretch of the gown and especially the fact that I could eat and drink all night and not worry about it because of the flattering peplum. I definitely recommend it to anyone attending a formal event.
Rosalind Peplum Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32D
Beautiful earrings!! Perfect length and not too heavy. The perfect accent to a classic black dress
They caught the light beautifully and we're comfortable to wear all night (even for someone like me who rarely wears jewelry.) Only negative was that the backs were not as secure as they should've been so i recommend using a rubber back or something that will help them not to fall off.
Emory Earrings
Ella Carter
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32D