Alison's Reviews
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I felt like a walking party.
Front, back, side, and cat -bc why not. Definite conversation starter. Talked to five people on the way to ups today, because of this awesome jumpsuit. Honestly wasn't sure how I'd feel. Fabric isn't breathable but because of the way the shape flows, it was still somehow totally comfortable on a 90 degree day - no sweat. I went with small because of other reviews and it fit fine - I'm usu xs. Kind of short in the legs was only thing I'm iffy about. In luv.
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Cheetah Print Utility Jumpsuit
R13
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Another great pair of redone
My search for the perfect jeans continues, and this rental I tried this pair from redone. They were wider legged and a little shorter than I was expecting, but I actually prefer that look so I was very pleased. They're a thick denim which is also my preference. I felt they were very flattering, and I kind of don't want to send them back. But...I want to try a few more varieties before I invest in my next sets of jeans so they're going back for now.
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70s Straight Jeans
RE/DONE
Size Worn: 25R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Perfection in a sweatshirt
I thought "cute print" "should be comfy" "am I wasting a rental spot on JUST a sweatshirt?" But I am absolutely in love. I guess now I understand why spiritual gangster is a thing. The cut was really fun and very flattering and the fabric was thick and comfy, but not so thick I couldn't wear it on a cooler summer morning or evening (it breathes). Now I just need to decide if I can rationalize spending this much to buy a sweatshirt or if I should send it back and share the love...
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Blue Tie Dye Sweatshirt
Spiritual Gangster
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Very obviously real pajamas lol
I like the flowy pants look and was looking forward to trying some pants in the pajamas style - but didn't realize these are actually pajamas and not pajama style pants... if that makes sense? They were pretty oversized for me for outside wear and the drawstring waist cinched in an unattractive way across the top. I think I made it look successfully cute with a longer shirt. But FYI it may look weird if you were planning to style with something shorter. :)
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Cyprus Pajama Pants
Natori
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
So ridiculously cute
Didn't know if the cut would work on me but it was SO cute. Got tons of complements. Was able to easily wear without a bra without anxiety or risk or anything pointing through... lol It was perfect for some beautiful days and never revealed top or bottom.
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Addison Romper
Show Me Your Mumu
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Not at all flattering on me
It way too big in the chest for me and kind of long in the torso. I was disappointed because there was so much extra fabric around my boobs that it just draped really strangely. There were also a handful of snags. Maybe it's gotten stretched out over time by renters with more boob than I have? Maybe it's his it's cut? Dunno. But if you have smaller breasts mitigate your expectations/be prepared with a backup. For reference I'm 33/24/35 right now.
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Blue Leopard Gladys Top
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
LOVED - TTS
I'm on the search for my perfect brand of jeans - party of why I'm on RTR. These fit perfectly, were ridiculously comfortable, and truly elongated my legs. I love rigid denim - so these were perfect. I definitely want to try some more khaite now. I normally wear 25 and the 25 was true to size for me.
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Daria Slim Jeans
Khaite
Size Worn: 25R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Nothing remarkable. doesn't breathe. Love the poppies and tulips
It's fine. The colors and print are fun. A beautiful deep spring green with navy periwinkle and red-violet. The shoulders are interesting. I found the neck tie to be a little schoolmarmy. So I tied it more like a men's tie rather than in a bow. And wore it with sweater pants in a complementary pattern. The biggest FYI is that the material didn't breathe at all. It kept me warm without a jacket at 70' but I'd be dying in this in the summer.
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Patchwork Bow Blouse
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Quality denim, great fit
I noticed people note that it runs small, so I checked the brand website to pick out my size. I went with 26 and it was perfect. The inseam is 10.5" which on me makes it a mid rise. One thing I find helpful with Jean sizing: if you know the inseam and measure up to the part of your waist where it'll hit. Take that waist measurement and subtract two inches and that will generally be the perfect size. My low-waist is 28 at that spot, and 26 was perfect. Fyi - this one buttons rather than zips!
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Black High Rise Stove Pipe Jeans
RE/DONE
Size Worn: 26R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Simple but flattering and elegant - new favorite sweater
Perfect spring weight sweater. Fits almost absolutely perfectly on me in xs (I'm 33/24/36 if that helps). The shoulders are a little narrow I think, but that could be the design. I have kind of broad shoulders so may not be an issue for others lol. The sleeves hit exactly at my wrist bones, which I think is where tailors say they should hit, so it was perfect on me. If you have longer arms or broader shoulders it may be a little short on the sleeves, and you may want to size up.
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V Front Sweater
Victor Glemaud
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 30C
Too big? Fun but unflattering
I think the small was too big on me. I went to the brand's site and chose small based on their size chart, but I think an xs would have been better for me. It's very long for my torso but not so long that it seems like it was meant to be a drop waist. I wore it for working from home, and I like the zip details and chest pockets which added some interest for my zoom compatriots. If I were to rent again, I'd size down.
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Zips Denim Flight Romper
7 For All Mankind
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Loved loved loved
This top is perfect for pear shaped gals like me! Fabric in person is almost canvas/denim like but super soft. This fit me perfectly with a little space for comfort in xs (33/24/36). Note on fit: I had to wear my highest waisted jeans with them. And, wish they were slightly higher. I'm short waisted, so if you're longer torsoed or have fuller boobs it'll be more cropped on you. I wound up wearing it for family dinner. I plan to rent again when I'm feeling a little more fit post-pandemic!
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Jules Top
Marissa Webb
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Fun way to try bike shorts
This was a fun low risk way for me to experiment with the bike shorts length. I'm still not sure how I feel about the look, but the jeans were really comfortable. Jean thickness was about medium weight - not super thick denim, so wobbly bits aren't obscured FYI. The jeans were a nice experiment for a casual spring day. My inseam is 33 and the fit was about right. I normally wear a 25 or 26 and the 26 was perfectly alright.
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Denim Hana Biker Shorts
Hudson
Size Worn: 26
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Coolest fabric
I've never encountered a fabric like this - like two layers of gauze but substantial enough to hold shape. I loved that the wrists didn't have buttons and were exactly the right fit. The sleeve slits never got in my way and always lay in a flattering position. The thought that went into this design is exquisite. Colors are more like navy blue and medium pink stripes on a pale purpley mauve. Fit was perfect when tucked, tied, or belted. I typically wear a UK 6, and that was perfect. 33/24/36
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Padley Top
Roland Mouret
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Fun and ridiculously comfortable
The fabric is thick and the shorts are very comfortable. The fit/look was unflattering, so I wore them for my work day at home - which felt fun and comfy. They were low waisted and the waist was very big on me. The front had a lot of extra fabric so it created the illusion of a pooch which I didn't like. The pockets gaped out which messed with the a-line I was expecting. They looked really cute from the side. I'm normally a 2 and I think that would've been the right size for me. 33/24/36 5'6
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Flower Pot Striped Shorts
Monse
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Color super flattering for cool-toned peeps
My favorite thing about this top was the color. I'm a 'summer' and this cerulean made me look incredible. I wore it on my meeting-heavy day and seeing the pop of color in my zoom box brought a smile to my face. And the pattern wasn't overwhelming for the screen. This was also incredibly comfortable. It technically wasn't the most flattering cut on me but I didn't care. I loved it so much i got multiple wears out of it. Even thought about buying it.
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Cyprus Pajama Top
Natori
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Go with your usual Tory Burch size
Drop waists are a risk when you have hips, but can sometimes work if they drapes on your waist etc. The fabric is towards the stiff end of the spectrum, so it won't drape on your body and hangs straight. Also, TB designed this to be worn with a belt. The fabric is tightly woven & synthetic, so I don't recommend it on a warm day. I'm a TB size 2, and this was huge on me in 4 - so I think it's true to size. I wound up wearing it as a tunic with a trench to go around town, bc I love the print!
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Cora Asymmetrical Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Fun Flirty Flippy
I felt really feminine and flirty in this. I loved the fabric. Thick but still had great movement. I wore it with a red motorcycle jacket and tall boots for patio brunch and with a denim jacket and these brown boots for some appointments to sell my things to retailers. Turned a lot of heads... :) I probably would have selected a small for myself although the xs did fit. For reference my measurements are 33/24/36.
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White Printed Pleated Midi Skirt
Proenza Schouler
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C
Extremely awkward fit
It was low waisted and hit three inches above my ankles. The pockets flared out in a really awkward way and it was simultaneously too small around the hips and way too big around the waist. It somehow created a weird diaper effect. The fabric was a really lovely. The piping was knit yarn - which I didn't realize from the photos. Not sure what body type this would work on. For reference I'm 5'6 33/24/36 my inseam is 33"
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Clarendon Trackpants
Wales Bonner
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 30C