michelle's Reviews
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Cozy, warm, and stylish!
This is going to be my go-to travel sweater! It's oversized, long, comfy, and kept me warm on some long flights. It's like wearing an incredibly stylish blanket. It might be itchy if you're not layering a long sleeved shirt underneath it, but it seems to be made for layering anyway so that didn't bother me.
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Fringe Cardigan
Thakoon Addition
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
BEAUTIFUL! But WAY too long and I couldn't wear it.
I really wanted to wear this dress. It's absolutely gorgeous. The cut, colors, and print are beautiful. Unfortunately it was about 6 or 7" too long on me (I'm 5'3"). It would've taken at least 4" heels to not step on the bottom as I walked, and that's just crazy. If you're tall, I'm really jealous because you will love this dress!
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Swept Away Maxi Dress
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice lightweight shirt for summer
This shirt was nice and light to wear on a summer day to the office. It's kind of long and loose with a beautiful blue color. The plaid does remind me of an old Nautica or Tommy Hilfiger print, though. Once I got that in my head, I wasn't as into it anymore. :) But if you're ok with the big plaid print, you'll love this!
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Plaid Signature Button Down
Equipment
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Love the design but couldn't wear the dress
I really wanted to love this dress. The design and cut (based on the photos) looked perfect, but when I got the dress (a small), the arm holes were much too large and the fabric was too heavy to wear in hot weather. I'd probably rent it again in the winter and wear a long sleeve shirt under it, but unfortunately I returned it without wearing it this time.
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Blue Loom Dress
Mara Hoffman
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice, light, everyday shirt
I rented this as part of my unlimited membership to wear to work on a hot summer day. It was nice and lightweight. I rented a medium (though I'm usually a small) because there were no smalls available, and the medium was too large as I thought it might be. I made it work and wore it anyway despite being a little bit baggy. I love the layered look which can be dressed up or down.
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Rhione Top
Bailey 44
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful, edgy earrings!
I LOVED these earrings! I'm very sensitive to heavy earrings and these were not too heavy. I forgot I was wearing them after the first 5 minutes. They are both edgy and classy at the same. I would rent again.
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Beacon Stud Earrings
Lulu Frost
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Gorgeous bag but very itchy
This was a nice bag, though I wish it was available as part of my unlimited account in the winter/fall since it's very itchy to wear with short sleeves/tanks. It's a nice size, has a magnetic button closure, a zip pocket on the inside as well as two small pockets in the opposite inside. It's gorgeous!
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Black Cynnie Shopper
Elizabeth and James Accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Gorgeous statement necklace
This necklace is gorgeous! I wore it over a neutral-colored dress and it really stood out. It's very classy, not to heavy, and had two lengths to choose from. I would definitely rent this again.
Imperial Tile Statement Necklace
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34C
Very flattering! Sexy yet classy.
I rented this dress for a creative black tie event. I was a bit afraid that it might be too sexy, but it wasn't revealing and it ended up looking classy and very flattering. The cut of the lace definitely gives a great slimming effect, and it was the perfect length. I would recommend this dress to others!
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Shelby Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Gorgeous dress but not the most comfortable
This dress looks stunning! It was perfect for a bachelorette party in Vegas. It was really short, but I expected that. It photographed well and I received numerous compliments. However, it felt like it made me look much thicker than I am. Maybe I needed to wear a smaller size, but there was excess fabric in the waist area that didn't hug below the bust. It fit everywhere else, though, so I'm not sure if it was a size issue. Maybe it just didn't flatter my body type as much as others. One other negative about this dress was that it irritated my underarms. I expected this might happen, and it wasn't as bad as some other sequined dresses I've worn, but it was definitely annoying. Although I wouldn't rent it again because I didn't feel it flattered my body type (or maybe I'd try a size down next time), I had to give 4 stars because it's absolutely gorgeous and I'm sure it would look amazing on many different people.
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Audrey Goes Out Dress
Parker
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Super flattering and fun!
I rented this for a bachelorette party in Vegas. I loved the look and fit of this dress. I was nervous to rent a Herve Legar dress since I've tried some on before that were very unflattering on me, but based on other reviews, this one sounded like it had a great shapewear effect and it did! It was very secure, hugged in any trouble spots, and I didn't even have to wear a bra with it. One major downfall with the particular dress I received was that a wire in the bodice of the dress was broken through the fabric and kept poking my side chest. It was very painful, but hopefully not a common problem. Despite that, I looked and felt great in this dress and would highly recommend it!
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Pink Mod Maze Dress
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful but itchy. I had to return it.
Unfortunately, this dress was a bit too big for me and extremely itchy/uncomfortable. I had to return it and couldn't wear it for the event I had rented it for. The colors were pretty and the back lace cut-out is very unique, though!
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Muted Metallic Tapestry Dress
No. 21
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Gorgeous dress! Received compliments all night!
This is the 2nd Nha Khanh dress I've rented (the first was Time of your Life dress -- which I LOVED!). I absolutely love this designer and her use of the tulle in many of her designs. I wore this to a formal charity gala/dinner. The lace gives it a classy/sexy look while the tulle makes it fun. It's extremely short, but since it has a high neckline, it didn't feel too revealing. It might be too short for taller ladies (depending on the event), so keep that in mind. If you do rent it, be prepared to get compliments all night!
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Noir Timeless Love Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect, beautiful, classy earrings! I wish I owned them!
I had rented the Carlos Miele Black Liquid Gown for a formal event and had so much difficulty finding the right earrings since the dress had so much intense texture. These were PERFECT! They were very light, dangled perfectly, and would glimmer just a tiny bit when catching the light. They weren't too flashy or cheap-looking. They looked extremely classy. I was glad I wore my hair up to show them off! I will rent these again if I don't buy them first!
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Crystal Clear Nouveau Drops
Gerard Yosca
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful clutch, but it was way too small and I couldn't use it
If this were just a little bit bigger... I would've loved this. It had a gorgeous beading/texture and a simple little crystal clasp. It really was beautiful. I really wanted to use it to compliment a black gown, but unfortunately I couldn't fit everything I needed for the night (which was just an iPhone w/ charging case over it, lip gloss, credit card/key, cash).
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Black Mesh Glam Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Edges up a little black dress while fitting everything you need!
I want to buy this clutch! I wear LBDs often, and this gave one I wore to a party some much-needed edge. The last clutch I rented on RTR was so small that I couldn't even fit my iPhone and lipstick, so I was a bit nervous renting another one. But after reading the other reviews, I felt comfortable that this would be large enough and it definitely was. There's a gold chain which hides inside so that you have the choice to hold the actual clutch or the by the chain. I liked that flexibility and decided to hold it.
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Rhythmic Raffia Clutch
Rafé
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful earrings, perfect size, and not too heavy!
I LOVE these earrings! They were the perfect compliment to a little black dress. I'm always nervous to rent earrings because I'm sensitive to their weight. Thankfully, these were extremely light for their size and after 5 minutes of wearing them, I didn't even feel them. I'd definitely consider buying these or renting again in the future.
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Geo Black Onyx Drop Earrings
Gerard Yosca
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Elegant with the perfect amount of edginess
I loved wearing this dress. I rented a MR and SR and went with the small since it was more formfitting. I honestly wouldn't have ever rented this based on the photos, but it was suggested to me by a stylist in the Henri Bendel showroom, and I LOVED it. The photos don't do it justice. The sequins are matte, and not too shiny. This gave it the perfect balance of edge and elegance for a creative black tie event. The cut is very flattering and was the perfect length (I'm 5'3" and had 3" heels on). I wore this with Gerard Yosca's Crystal Clear Nouveau Drop earrings and my hair up to show the cool back cut. I also had to wear a stick-on backless bras with it which worked great.
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Black Liquid Gown
Carlos Miele
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful dress, but very scratchy
I rented this for a holiday party. I was looking forward to just wearing the dress with tights, but I had to wear a blazer with it because the sequins really irritated my arms. Within 10 minutes, my arms were red and itchy. It looked and fit well, though!
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Mae Sequin Shift
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful color, print, and pockets!
This was a gorgeous dress. The print and color are beautiful, and I received a lot of compliments wearing it to a holiday party. However, I didn't find the cut particularly flattering on me (maybe I should've worn a belt). The sleeves are pretty tight, but thankfully I wasn't dancing and that was never an issue.
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Barbara Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
I'll be renting this one again!
I've rented this in navy before and absolutely loved it. This time I rented it in purple for a wedding and was equally as impressed. I got the 2 and 4 and ended up wearing the 2 which fit true-to-size. It's very flattering, comfortable, and everyone will give you compliments in this dress!
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Rustic Plum Lace Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Favorite RTR Rental Ever!
I've rented many, many dresses from RTR and plan to rent many more, and this is by far my FAVORITE dress I've ever worn. It fit like a glove, it was comfortable, and I was getting compliments all night. Even throughout the next day at the post-wedding party, people were coming up to me asking where I got the dress. Paired it with nude heels, a nude clutch, and minimal jewelry since the dress speaks for itself.
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Time of Your Life Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Mix of classy/sexy/tasteful/fun
I think this dress is perfect for any kind of event: wedding, formal event, date, work event, etc. It was was sexy and fun while still remaining classy and tasteful. I usually wear a 2 or a 4. The 2 was much too small and the 4 was a better fit, although still a bit on the tighter side, in a way that flatters. The sheer top and the fun skirt gave it some edge. I thought this was black before reading the reviews, but it's a pretty, dark navy blue color. I will probably be renting this again. Loved it!
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Loreli Love Dress
Nina Ricci
Size Worn: 36
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Edge up the little black dress!
I wore this dress to a formal event with a red carpet. I got a lot of compliments on the asymmetrical shoulder, and although the leopard print was (perfectly) subtle, it added some fun edginess. I'm usually a 2 or 4, but rented the 4 based on other reviews, and it fit perfectly. I was nervous that it would give me an armpit wedgie, but it didn't at all. I paired it with RTR's Nyla Emerald Earrings by Kendra Scott, which looked gorgeous with the dress. I would highly recommend this one!
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Black Leopard Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
My favorite RTR dress yet!
I originally rented this in a size 2 (more of my true size), and a size 0 for my second (since other reviews hinted it can run large). I was contacted by customer service saying that unfortunately it was no longer available. I needed a dress the next day for a lunch gala for work. They said they'd send me a 0 and for my 2nd size, I could choose any other dress, which was awesome! Well, both this and my 2nd pick arrived and they were both gorgeous and fit. I ended up wearing this one because it was the perfect balance between sexy, sophisticated, fashion-forward, and professional. I was sad to see some other reviewers wore a necklace with this dress, because the detail was gorgeous! I got many compliments and can't wait to rent this in purple for a future event!
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Navy Lace Crew Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute & comfortable dress for summer party!
I rented this dress for a summertime day party and ended up wearing it to an evening party later on by just throwing on some heels. Perfect for day or night, this dress was pretty, flowed beautifully, and was very flattering. It fit perfectly and was SO comfortable. I highly recommend this dress!
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Fairytale Dream Dress
Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Flattering, comfortable, stunning dress
I wore this to a wedding and it was perfect. It fit like a glove and has a beautiful color. I received many compliments throughout the night. I'm usually nervous with strapless dresses because I always feel the need to adjust, but not with this one. Can't wait to rent it in the other color for a future event!
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Mauve Spiral Strapless Dress
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Trendy, sleek, & professional
I rented this dress in a size 2 and 4 for a televised awards show. The 4 was way too big and the 2 was even a bit baggy in the midsection. When I sat down, it bunched up around the stomach. Aside from that, the quality is amazing, it was very comfortable, and I felt very trendy, sleek, and professional in this dress. It looks great with red lipstick!
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Basketweave Cap Sleeve Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D
Flattering/Edgy/Comfortable
I loved this dress. I rented a 2 and a 4 and wore the 2. It fit like a flattering glove. The straps gave it an edgy look that could be dressed up or down. I wore it to a music industry party and got a lot of compliments.
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Straps Gone Wild Dress
ADAM
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 34D