Swapna's Reviews
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Meh
Rented this dress for a wedding that likely won't happen now due to COVID19 (so sad). I tried on the dress anyway and found that even though I had sized up, the chest was still too small. It was also very ruffle-y (with volume to the ruffles) and ran longer on me (5'3") than I had hoped so it kind of just looked like a hot mess. Would not recommend unless you are tall and have a smaller chest.
Ruffled Viola Dress
AMUR
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Comfortable and beautiful
This dress is super flattering, really pretty and fun, and is extremely comfortable. I HIGHLY recommend it. The only thing I had to do was pin the straps because the top half of the dress was a little big on me, but once I pinned up the straps with two safety pins, it looked great.
Jewel Rosette Lana Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Definitely size down!
This is a fun dress but it's large and shapeless. That comes with some pros - I wore it to work and was v comfortable, you don't need to worry about shapewear or having trouble areas show, and it's easy to just throw on and leave. It is a fun pattern too, which also lets you throw it on and run out the door but still look put together. The only downside is that the shapelessness of the dress can make someone with more of a full chest look a little bigger than they are. I still liked it tho!
Frankenthaler Dress
Elk
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Really fun and comfy work dress
This dress was awesome - it has stretch and a soft material, which make it way more comfy than your average work dress. It's also a fun pattern but a traditional cut so easy to wear to work. I got compliments all day and it made a crappy work day a little brighter. There is a slit on one side of the dress, which others have commented on - I personally did not find it to be too high or inappropriate for work, but maybe that's in part because I'm on the shorter side. Highly recommend!
Nora Sheath
Leota
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Great work dress
Easy to zip up, comfortable, and fun patterned work dress. Highly recommend for work or for occasion that requires more conservative cut for a dress. Also, a plus was that it hit me just above the knees, which usually doesn't happen with RTR dresses since I'm 5'3" so shorties will like this one especially.
Navy York Dress
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Odd shape
This was so, so wide and short. It could be because I got a bigger size than I am, but I found this to look ridiculous and returned it without wearing it as a result. It's a shame because it's a cute idea and the fabric was nice.
Campbell Asymmetric Top
Habitual
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Really unique and pretty dress
This dress runs small and I would suggest ordering it a size up or two. When I sized up, I found the dress was a little big in places, but my normal size was too small. However, even given that it didn't fit me perfectly, it was still pretty flattering and it's a really unique and beautiful design. Good for shorter people who need a black tie dress because it has the high low cut at the bottom. I'm 5'3" and wore three inch heels and it worked well together.
Dylan Gown
Black Halo
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Pretty dress
I was testing out this dress for a wedding. Because many of the reviews said it runs small, I sized up. It was really pretty, but I think I may be between sizes because certain parts of the dress fit well and other parts were loose (like the lace part that clips the top of the back of the dress together, which was not resting on me at all). I may try my normal size to see if that sorts the problem, but just FYI if you're deciding what size to get.
Red Lace Tea Length Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Does not work for busty chest
This is such a pretty dress but it's a no go if you have a bigger chest. It ends up looking kind of trashy instead of cute and casual.
Blush Noir Maxi
ba&sh
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Great pattern, lightweight fabric
This was a little baggy but I think that's how the fit was intended. It was so lightweight, perfect for a summer day. I received so many compliments at work about the dress and the asymmetrical hem is so fun. I would definitely rent it again.
Floral Tira Shirtdress
Equipment
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Difficult to put on
When this outfit arrived, I thought I was going to love it. The buttons are a nice touch and the material is thick enough that you don't need to worry about it being see through even though it's white. Unfortunately, it was hard to put it on - the zipper is very finicky and buttoning and unbuttoning the outfit is difficult. For me, I didn't want to wear it out because I was worried that I would be screwed if I wanted to use the restroom.
Ollie Overlay Romper
Greylin
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Really fun without being too loud
It has a boxy fit and is pretty short, but i paired it with high waisted black jeans and it looked nice. The sequins are not super shiny and flashy, which I liked - it was more subtle but still fun and different for a top.
Tiana Palm Sequin Top
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Great dress, super comfortable
RTR suggested a bigger size to me, but I think my normal size would have worked better because this dress has a lot of give and is true to size. Regardless, the dress was awesome and perfect for those seeking a comfortable work dress. It's super comfortable and stretchy, and the pattern is awesome.
Floral Mockneck Sheath
Fuzzi
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Very thick material, no stretch
I rented this for work, but it was way too thick for summertime wear in my opinion. It also is a little bit more shiny in person than the pictures, which made the dress a little louder than I would have liked. Also there was no give to the material so if you are between sizes, keep that in mind.
Blue Sweetheart Colorblock Sheath
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Light material, great pattern
Perfect for a summer day/night - the material is light and silky, its comfortable to wear, and its a great pattern. I received many compliments. I paired with a jean jacket and white keds.
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Ditsy Colton Romper
Karen Zambos
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Great shirt; would rent again
A loose fit shirt so hard to say if its "true to size" or not, but the baggy look is nice. It is also very comfortable and fun without drawing too much attention.
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Backyard Star Top
Splendid
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Too shiny
I think the cut of this dress is very cool and I really wanted to wear it, but the material was shiny instead of matte and, to me, it made the dress look cheap. Didn't end up wearing it as a result.
Divine Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Great dress, fun color
I wore this dress for a rehearsal dinner for my friend's wedding. It was such a nice color and had a "pop" to it. The cut is similar to a common work dress, but the crochet, the neck line, and the fringe bottom make it much more fun looking. Highly recommend.
Cabrillo Lace Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Pretty design but not breathable
The dress was really pretty and I really wanted to make it work, but the material was not very breathable and felt dicey for the outdoor summer wedding I was attending. The material also had no stretch/give so it was hard to zip over my fuller chest. I ended up wearing a different dress from RTR for the event.
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Gold Floral Printed Midi Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D
Great dress!
The dress was extremely comfortable, very cute, and had a nice pattern. The material is quality and a bit thick, but even for the summer wedding, it was not hot at all. I really liked this dress and thought it was very flattering. Will definitely rent again!
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Porcelain Criss Cross Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 34D