Karla's Reviews
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Unique and elegant
I'm 5'8" and 160 lbs and the 10 fit perfectly. I did use some shapewear to smooth things out as the material is soft and thin (and lovely). I was surprised how easy it was to wear what looked like a complicated dress. No hitching, no slipping even on the dance floor. Felt very elegant and received so many compliments. One of the few cocktail dresses I've worn that was so beautiful and comfortable at the same time.
Member Fit Notes
Cherry Draped Sheath
HALSTON
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous!!
Love, love, love this dress. Flowy and feminine but classy with the stand up collar and details. Perfect length. I'm 5'8" and 155 lbs. wore it to the office with neutral closed toe shoes on a hot summer day. Will definitely rent again.
Member Fit Notes
Peonies Dress
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful comfortable dress
This is one of my favorite dresses I've rented for work. Gorgeous material, fit perfectly. I'm 5'8", 155 lbs. lovely length and the slit wasn't so high that I felt awkward for a work setting
Member Fit Notes
Gayle Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful soft gorgeous color
Lovely fit and soft knit.
Murphy Pullover
One Grey Day
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Super comfy and flattering
Very soft and easy to wear. Nice amount of stretch without being too clingy.
Avryl Slim Sweater
rag & bone JEAN
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Very pretty and flattering
Rented this for work from home video calls. Very flattering and comfortable.
Sybil Top
MISA Los Angeles
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Super cute and comfy
Rented this for work from home video calls. More flattering than it appears in picture. Nice neckline on camera.
Thassos Top
LIDO
Size Worn: M-L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36B
Comfortable and elegant
Loved this dress. Super comfortable and casually elegant. Was perfect for a warm winter day with boots and tights.
Clara Wrap Front Dress
B Collection by Bobeau
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful jacket
I kept this for three weeks and wore it at least four times. Looks great with black jeans for work. Material is gorgeous - not super shiny but beautiful pattern and texture.
Jacquard Blazer
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautifully made and comfortable
Loved the weight of this dress and the fit. Really nice fabric. Wore some shapewear to help smooth but the fabric was heavy enough to be pretty forgiving
Burgundy Striped Sweater Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Comfortable, fashionable, beautiful
I wasn't sure if it would be too flouncy for work. But I ended up loving it and getting lots of compliments. Great fit, lightweight and flowy, perfect for a warm fall day.
Folktale Dress
Three Floor
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful and comfortable
I loved this dress and found it to fit well in the torso and flow easily over my hips. I wore it twice for events in NYC in July when I needed to be cool and comfortable but put together. I can see how some might call it shapeless if the torso and bust didn't fit snugly enough but on me it worked out beautifully.
Multi Stripe Button Front Dress
Louna
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Flattering and comfortable
Rented this for a night out with hubby. I normally don't wear maxi dresses but this may change my mind. The length was perfect on me (I'm 5'8") and the skirt didn't feel so full - I was worried about it making me look bottom heavy. The shirring at the waste is very flattering. The only watch out would be for women with a fuller bust. I'm pretty flat chested and it was almost a little too small/revealing. Loved this dress.
Blue Athena Maxi
Leota
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Very short!
I read the reviews and knew it was going to be a little short so planned to wear as a tunic with Capri length tights. It was even too short for that and very narrow around the hips. Need to be not curvy to pull this off.
Reed Angular Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Super comfy and stylish
I'm hesitant about jumpsuits because I have a long torso but this fit great. I loved the length and the full legs. Felt trendy but not over the top. Lots of compliments. Liked it so much I bought it.
Chambray Jumpsuit
Elk
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful and flattering
Gorgeous material as noted by other reviewers. Very flattering without being too billowy or too tight. Gorgeous detail in the sleeves and collar. Yet another dress I wouldn't have picked out if buying but looked great on.
Blue Abstract Floral Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Comfortable and cute
Yet another RTR winner that I wouldn't have normally purchased but loved renting. A little short to wear as a dress but cute with leggings and flats. Very soft and comfy. I wasn't sure about the ruffle but was actually quite attractive without being too cute.
Ruffle Bib Knit Shirtdress
Aldomartins
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful, comfortable
This is a lovely, well made, comfortable dress. The cuff details and covered button closure are elegant and the material is gorgeous. I'm normally not a fan of prints but this was elegant and the colors were feminine without being too girly. I am curvy/pear shaped and the lower half of the dress just fit without being tight but I can see how it might be a bit narrow on some. I really loved this dress. Perfect for work with nude stockings and nude shoes.
Ivory Marilyn Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Flattering and comfortable!
I found this very flattering and comfortable. Unlike other reviews, I did NOT find the neck scratchy :) it's not a style I would have normally purchased but really liked it which is why I love RTR!!
Piseco Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Thin material, not flattering
I did not wear. Material thin. Style unflattering on a pear shape. Managed to make my broad shoulders look narrow and hips much larger. Not a good look.
V-Neck Tuck Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful blazer
The weight of this velvet blazer was lighter than expected and in a good way. It drapes beautifully and has a blouse collar. I wore it to work on a day I had to give a couple of talks and it was elegant but not stuffy with a pair of straight black pants and simple cami. Contemplating buying it...
Floral Jacquard Bella Blazer
Waverly Grey
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Nice fit, shinier than you think
Nice fitting A line skirt. Well made, slight flounce detail at bottom. The pictures online don't pick up how metallic it is but with black sweater and tights it looked right for the office. Comfortable and a flattering, work appropriate length.
Amaretto Shawn Skirt
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Great tunic
Had rented in grey. Loved this in black even more. Weight of knit and quality of construction are excellent. It really holds its shape. Wore with leggings and tall boots.
Black Reis Sweater
Elk
Size Worn: L-XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous fit and color
I rented this for a fancy dress party and it was perfect. Super stretchy and comfortable. Fabric is heavy so can imagine it would be a bit tricky in summer but for winter was perfect. But the heaviness also camouflages flaws pretty well.
Navy Kate Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous color, excellent design and construction
Loved this color and is gorgeous in person. Quality of construction is excellent. I wore an XL and it was a little snug in the arms. I normally wear L or M. The design is waist skimming.
Rust Rees Sweater
DREYDEN
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful color and fabric
This is short! I wore it with leggings and tall boots. I also rented it in the winter during the polar vortex so I added a long sweater/jacket. Beautiful material, nice weight. Darts add a pretty shape. I couldn't pull it off with bare legs as my behind would be a bit too close to being displayed but leggings and boots made it work (I'm 5'8").
Knit Keely Dress
DREW
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Great design and fit
Loved this, lots of compliments. I'm 5'8" 160lbs, athletic/pearshaped. Size 10 fit beautifully. Accentuated my waist and was slimming over the hips. The fabric was soft and comfy and the gathers in the front were very flattering.
Eclipse Pique Ruched Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Fabulous dress
Very well made and super comfortable. Really interesting color blocking. I'm 5'8" 160 lbs athletic pear shaped. The L fit fine but some folks might prefer a closer fit. I loved it so much I ended up buying it.
Colorblock Mya Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Odd shape/fit
There are odd stitches/gathers along the bottom of the dress. It also ran a bit small.
Colorblock Mock Neck Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous dress
I'm 5'8" 160 athletic/pear shaped. Usually wear a 10 and that size worked great. This dress fit beautifully. A little bit of stretch makes the wool fit nicely. Very cozy, perfect for winter. Sleeves are gorgeous without being too billowy. Very flattering.
Charcoal Flannel Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful dress
Gorgeous dress. Ordered to try for event but ultimately selected something else. Fit is great, very flattering on curves. Just wanted something different.
Black and White Floral Lace Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful but snug
I ordered this to try for an upcoming formal party. Material and colors are gorgeous but fit is much tighter and less forgiving than similarly sized dresses by same designer.
Royal Rose Sheath Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Great design
Thanks to the reviews, I knew there was a pretty deep slit in the slide so I wore a cami underneath instead of baring skin :) Loved the design.
Side Slit Crew Sweater
VINCE.
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Nice fit and design
Loved the bell sleeves and hemline. Fit well, nice knit without being overly warm.
Gretchen Sweater
Paper Crown
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Great fit, great material
True to size. Nice, heavy weight knit without being too warm. Great length, looked good with skinny jeans or tights.
Grey Marle Reis Sweater
Elk
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Baggy and unflattering
Very pretty knit and design but sizing was odd. Sleeves were very long and bulky while body of sweater a bit trim.
Tin Grey Dress
Jason Wu
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Lovely fabric and details
Great neckline and interesting details on sleeves. Lots of compliments. Fit was true to size and fabric has a little stretch so very forgiving and comfort a able.
The Heist Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Too baggy
As others noted, a bit boxy and oversized - especially as compared to a dress I ordered at same time from same designer in same size. Cute. Wished it would have fit.
Stripe Trim Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Shorter and smaller than expected
Didn't wear. Was too short and fit much tighter than dress of same size from same designer.
Eggplant Flare Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 158lbs
Bust: 36B
Great fit, very flattering
I'm 5'8", 158 lbs and the size L fit beautifully although I'm a bit pear shaped so someone with a bit fuller bust might find it a little snug. Very flattering and the bottom of the dress flares just enough without looking too flirty or not appropriate for business. The dress is lined and made beautifully.
Stripe Eleanor Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 8"