Shirley's Reviews
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a friend said the day after that she spent the whole night wishing she was wearing my dress!
this is an absolutely amazing dress, but not forgiving! it's a tight fit through and through, but the material is pretty thick. The cutouts make it super interesting. it's a bit long, just at the knee, which is a nice change. a little more length to make up for the cutouts makes it perfectly classy. its definitely a standout dress, especially with the color!
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Rev Your Engines Dress
Cushnie
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
totally unique print
pros -- keeps you warm! its a bit longer of a dress, and the sleeves and thicker material kept me warm for the rooftop terrace party. the material is a bit thick, almost like bandage-y material that holds everything in which is great! cons -- for me, it was a a little long and bunched around my sides a bit when the dress rode up. not problematic, but it doesn't hold perfectly. overall -- a really fun print! got lots of compliments. definitely for a more casual party, not formal
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Emerald Mind Maze Sheath
RVN
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
being told I belong in an art gallery!
This is such a fun mini! The fabric is to die for -- stretchy silk that is super smooth to the touch. It's not constricting at all, and the print is phenomenal! Definitely rent this if you're going to an art exhibition or fashion forward event!
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Abstract Mini Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
"that dress is unforgettable"
great body con dress -- it's a thicker material so it's good for colder weather, and it holds everything in. the only problem I had was that the back cutout was a little big and awkward. If you're not comfortable showing off your back, stay away. The fabric in the back can pinch into your lower back at the cutout point. Super fun and colorful!
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Now We're Colorblocking Dress
camilla and marc
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
my girlfriend's reaction "that dress screams bow-chick-a-wow-wowww"
This dress is stunning. It's so classy and fits beautifully! it hugs your body in the best way possible. I wore a standard strapless bra with it. If you're not comfortable with your midsection though, beware! it's tight in the stomach area (not a dress i'd recommend for dinner party). It hits at the knee and hugs your hips, butt, and legs all the way to your knees). It's definitely not an immediate standout, but any guy who notices and appreciates your dress is a keeper! this might be my favorite dress ever.
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Lock and Load Sheath
Narciso Rodriguez
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
i felt unbelievably comfortable and beautiful all night - no worries whatsoever!
this dress is a fantastic party dress! it may not be appropriate for all evening events, but its a great holiday party dress. the dress is fun and flirty, but i wouldn't consider it "sexy", so rent it for all those family friendly events! absolutely beautiful material, but i would recommend it for bustier women, because the dress definitely looks better if you have curves.
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Zip it To Me Dress
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
"that dress was designed for you, wasn't it?"
I wore this for a formal, and it was perfect -- not too low in the front, body hugging in a very good way, and long enough to be classy and sexy. the design upgrades it from just another LBD to a stunning black dress! its very comfortable, you can wear it with any standard bra, and it's fun to dance in!
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Winner Takes All Dress
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
didn't get chance to wear it
this was my backup dress, and i wish my other dress hadn't fit properly so i could have worn it! i was so torn between the two since this one is so beautiful. the only comment i have is that the fabric is very thing -- definitely a spring/summer dress, and not in A/C. also, be careful with undergarments because of how thin the fabric is -- it tends to cling to anything that's not super thing
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Runway Purple Bandit Gown
Theory
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
homecoming
this dress is so unique and stylish. i loved it on the hanger, but it would probably work best on a very slim frame. the hip area was a little constrained, but it was fine to move in. the draping on the side isn't very visible in the picture, and was definitely what caused it to run narrower in the hips. you can't wear a normal bra, or even a strapless because the sides near the underarm is very low cut. i wouldn't recommend going bra-less either, since the fabric is very light silk. nubra all the way. besides that, a beautiful dress -- the print is very eye-catching!
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Gravel Mod Dress
Daniel Vosovic
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
goddess
this dress is beautiful in the pictures and on the hanger, but less ideal on. it's very flowy and forgiving -- maybe too much so. it doesn't show off any curves, and its a waste if you've got a nice figure. it's a great dress to dance in, so easy to move in. the color is stunning as well, but the dress is layered so it doesn't show off your body.
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Teal Draped Dream Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
homecoming ball
this dress is sexy and trendy. the cutout is modest, and the length hits at the knee. it's an unusual dress, but definitely not forgiving if you don't have the figure. i wore a racerback bra with it, and it worked out perfectly fine.
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Rachel Cut Out Dress
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
"you look like a movie star!"
this was the perfect dress -- classy and unusual, but absolutely elegant. i got tons of compliments on it, and it's very easy to wear. the only problem was that the lace bodice is a little worn and doesn't lie flat if you have a smaller chest. i had to use fashion tape to get it to stay put.
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Navy Lace Cami Gown
Vena Cava
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
This dress is gorgeous, I wore it for a black & gold sorority event. The side under the left arm is loose though. I wore a 4, and probably should have gone down to a 2. The fabric is wonderful, and it's a great dress if you want to leave an impression =) absolutely stunning!
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Lights and Leopard Dress
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
I rented this to wear for prom with a silver dress, but ended up not wearing it because 1) the dress didn't call for a necklace 2) it was very big and tacky. I wouldn't have worn it even if I had no other jewelry -- each crystal is much bigger than it appears, and it lacks the delicate, feminine look that is present in the pictures. It's very happy, and too over-the-top. Looks like cheap costume jewelry in person.
Crystal Rose Vines Necklace
Badgley Mischka Jewelry
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
"you look too stunning to be here"
This dress is heavenly! I wore it with the Bacall earrings, and felt amazing. Got so many compliments, looked ready for the red carpet! The right sleeve is dramatic, and the contrast between the simple front and stunning back works perfectly. Don't bother with a necklace or other jewelry, the dress itself is enough. Beware -- you will need a backless bra, and the material will show if you have extra flab around your midsection!
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Silver Lining Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
I normally wear a size 4, so I rented this in a 40 and a 42 -- the 42 fit better. It's very narrow through the hips, and there's a lot of room for the bust. The material has VERY LITTLE give -- I had to put my heels on before I put the dress on. It's a gorgeous dress, just not suited for my body type!
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Magnetic Mini Dress
See by Chloé
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
I normally wear a 4, and I rented the size 40 which was a little loose. This dress is very sophisticated, but ages you a bit. The low cut back is simple but sexy, but I had a problem with the pleating. The pleating in the back made my behind look huge, and the sheer part in the front was loose. The ruffles came up a little low on my chest. I decided to go with my backup dress, but this is a gorgeous dress to rent!
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Beaded Treasure Gown
D&G by Dolce and Gabbana
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
rush
the sequins make the dress pouchy and it doesn't lie flat. very pretty, but not form fitting.
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Sequin Inserts Mini Dress
Robert Rodriguez Black Label
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
I rented this for the evening banquet for a competition, and it was a perfect fit. I rented a size 4, and a backup 6 but the backup was completely unnecessary. It was sexy without being over the top, and very classy.
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New York Wonder Dress
Badgley Mischka
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
A beautiful, glitzy cuff -- too bad it didn't fit. I have small wrists, but the top and bottom elastic bands were too loose. The cuff hung funnily off my arm [I tried it on very high up on my forearm, close to my elbow]. Wouldn't recommend for someone with small wrists/thin arms.
Through the Looking Glass Bracelet
Badgley Mischka Jewelry
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
This cuff is much chunkier in person -- it has a bit of a modern art deco feel. I planned on wearing it with a silver dress for my prom, but decided against it. It's rather heavy, and didn't fit very well since I have thin arms. The cuff opens up in the front, and is easy to put on, but rather heavy to wear. I was looking for something a bit more delicate/classy, and although this is a pretty piece, it is more ostentatious than I wanted.
Insanely Chic Crystal Cuff
Rodrigo Otazu
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A
I wore these for prom with a silver dress -- simply stunning, and very classy. They're pretty light compared to the size, but still a little heavy to wear for 8 straight hours. I managed alright though.

Bacall Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A