Claire's Reviews
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Not for big chests
The tiny little front snap holding this whole thing together felt very weak. I did not trust it to hold in place for 5 min much less through dinner.
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Sammi Blouse
Parker
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
Cute, versatile necklace, but beware if you have sensitive skin
I loved wearing this necklace - it is very versatile and I found myself reaching for it often. The only issue is I started getting an itchy rash on my neck & collar bones after wearing it, although that faded quickly. I do have very sensitive skin and some metal allergies so if you do too I don't recommend it. Otherwise it's great.

Bowie Choker Necklace
Rachel Comey Accessories
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Gorgeous top!
I love this top so much, the fabric is gorgeous and the details - buttons, slightly puffed shoulders - are all really elegant. I do wish the sleeves were full length just because I think that looks more polished.
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Milan Top
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Boxy not in a cute way, needs a back vent
I was surprised that this jacket doesn't have a vent in the back. If you have any kind of booty expect awkward bunching. There's no waist at all so it's prone to being shapeless and lumpy. Fine for a zoom call, not for the office
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Pebble Texture Wool Blazer
VINCE.
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Cozy, oversized sweater
Incredibly soft and cozy, but I would recommend sizing down. It's huge
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Fisherman Colorblock Turtleneck
NAADAM
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Fine top, nothing special
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Feather Two Tone Blouse
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 50
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Fun top, I liked the open sides for a little something extra
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High Low Turtleneck Top
Fifteen Twenty
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Warm, cozy sweater with some structure
I was really pleased with how this sweater holds its shape, even with an oversized look. It's very warm even with the open weave on the front (you'll need to layer a shirt under it).
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Grey Mesh Front Sweater
Victor Alfaro x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Strange fit, narrow arms/shoulders
I've rented a few madewell tops in this shape and the size has been consistent until this one - the shoulders and arms were much more narrow and it wasn't comfortable, did not wear it.
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Georgette Retro Fem Body Top
Madewell
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Fun, versatile, light
I wore these a bunch - out with friends, on a date, and to work. They are not heavy at all and easy to wear
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Nude Bennett Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Comfortable, cute top
Loved throwing this on with jeans for brunch or a date. I appreciate that it's not tight in the shoulder and the buttons on the front add some lovely detail
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Floral Silk Top
Madewell
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Cute, versatile and cozy
Loved this sweater, it somehow goes with everything. I wore it with jeans and a cute tank out to dinner, over a shift dress at a work event, and with leggings running errands. It's so soft, beautifully knit and cozy but not hot.
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Naeba Cardigan
Aldomartins
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Looks great on video calls
Loved this top for a big zoom presentation, it looks great on camera. It is not very breathable though and the tie front tends to come apart easily.
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Cinnamon Tie Front Top
TOME x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38B
Easy, cute jacket
I liked that this jacket has just enough stretch for a good snug but comfy fit. The lace up detail is subtle.

Lace Up Fitted Denim Jacket
Scotch & Soda
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36B
Easy fun dress, very low cut
I loved this dress! It's TTS and easy to wear. My only issue is that the v neck is very low so I had to pin the top together to keep my bra covered. Not a big deal, but if you're not going braless beware. I also paired this with a cute cropped denim jacket for a date night and it worked perfectly.

Short Sleeve Ophilia Midi Dress
Flynn Skye
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36B
cute but not very functional
I loved the look of this crossbody bag and it arrived in great shape. It's a good size - compact but no issues fitting all the essentials. My only complaint is that it's a pain to open and close because you have to open both zipper pulls all the way back to open the top, so it's a bit fiddly if you're walking around. Cute though!
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Rose Small Convertible Crossbody
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
Fun, unique dress
Loved this dress! The pattern, buttons down the skirt and ribbons on the back are fun details that make it special. As others have said the top is loose, great if you have a bigger chest. I didn't fully fill it out but still liked the silhouette. My dress had 2 buttons missing on the skirt which was annoying but not super obvious. You do need to pin the shoulder ruffles to the straps so they stay up - i had 2 tiny black safety pins that worked perfectly.

Tulip Ruffled Midi Dress
Prabal Gurung x RTR
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36B
Great dress, runs huge
I originally ordered this in the navy in a 12 (I'm normally a 10-12, 12 if the skirt is more fitted). The 12 was too big, so I swapped for this in a 10 as the navy wasnt available in my size. The 10 was still quite large and in the lighter color the fit issues were more visible, but I wore my thickest bra to help fill out the top and it worked fine. The seam details are really lovely, and the fabric is substantial enough that I went without a slip and didn't have an issue with underwear lines. This dress does wrinkle extremely easily, which was surprising with the fabric - another reason to consider the navy option. The wrinkles steamed out easily, but beware if you'll be sitting for a while.

Pale Blue Jessica Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36B
Fun top for a conference
I wanted a break from my work uniform of solids for a conference and I'm so glad I rented this top! It's work appropriate (for a marketing conference) with a black cami underneath. The v underneath the bow does dip pretty low so I had to make the bow tight at the neck to avoid it being too visible. The sleeves are sheer and overly long but the effect is nice. The lace details make it special. I wore it with a slim black skirt and cap toe pumps. It does run large - I'm normally a 10 and swapped for an 8 which was still a bit loose.

The Carrera Top
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs large
I'm normally a 10-12 and ordered a 12. It was too loose everywhere so unfortunately didn't work, but with the right fit it would be beautiful! The fabric is substantial but not too heavy - great for work year round. I ordered this for a conference and was sad to have to swap it out. I recommend sizing down if you're between sizes.
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Navy Jessica Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
Top runs huge
Cute dress but definitely size down - the 10/XL fits like a 12-14. There's some elastic in the waist, which gives dress a nice silhouette and makes it forgiving. The material is light and the print is very cute. The top portion is huge - I returned it unworn. The straps are adjustable, but there was so much extra fabric under my arms it wasn't wearable.
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Steffi Maxi
CAARA
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
Flattering and comfortable!
This is my favorite RTR dress yet! The shoulder cut is very flattering, its got good stretch, and is very comfortable to wear, no Spanx necessary. I typically wear a 10 and the 10L fit like a glove, although I do wish it was a bit longer. I'm 5'8" and even in low heels it felt a bit short in the back. Even so, I got a ton of complements and enjoyed dancing all night in this dress.
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Clarette Gown
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 10L
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
LOVED IT - more comfortable and flattering than expected
I love this dress so much, and got so many compliments at a friend's wedding. Sadly we were too busy dancing to take any photos that showed it off well. I ordered the 12 (usual size) and 14 and the 12 was perfect. It is not snug around the waist and hips so no need for spanx (yay!), but still flatters curves. I'm a large B/small C cup and didn't bother with a stick on bra - the dress had enough support so it wasn't worth messing with that nonsense. I wore black strappy sandals with a chunky heel to compliment the black straps in the back, and got a fun ring from RTR (Kendra Scott Naomi) and some edgier chunky crystal earrings (mine) to finish it off.
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Blue Sultry Sheath
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
Really fun ring that added a little edge to my outfit
The right is comfortable to wear and didn't limit my movement like others in this style can. As others have said the ring is flexible so it's easy to make a little tighter or looser as needed. I got a ton of compliments on it!
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Naomi Ring
Kendra Scott
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
I panicked a bit when I pulled this out of the box - the dresses arrived extremely wrinkled (could be UPS's fault since the box was also falling apart), and the fabric looked a little cheap when I held it up and could see the sunlight streaming through. Luckily once I steamed it out and tried it on it got much better. The draping in front is pretty and flattering, but the fabric in the back looks very thin (I could see my underwear through it), so I ended up wearing Spanx. I didn't have issues with the dress riding up as the previous reviewer mentioned, but I do agree that it is MUCH shorter than pictured! The dress also just didn't seem to be constructed well - there were a few loose threads in the draping when it arrived that I trimmed off, and it looked like the stitching would be prone to snags. Nothing you'd notice once the dress is on, but it just didn't seem up to par with some of the other great things RTR has to offer. It's a fine dress, but I didn't think it was worth the rental fee, much less what it would cost at retail.
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I panicked a bit when I pulled this out of the box - the dresses arrived extremely wrinkled (could be UPS's fault since the box was also falling apart), and the fabric looked a little cheap when I held it up and could see the sunlight streaming through. Luckily once I steamed it out and tried it on it got much better. The draping in front is pretty and flattering, but the fabric in the back looks very thin (I could see my underwear through it), so I ended up wearing Spanx. I didn't have issues with the dress riding up as the previous reviewer mentioned, but I do agree that it is MUCH shorter than pictured! The dress also just didn't seem to be constructed well - there were a few loose threads in the draping when it arrived that I trimmed off, and it looked like the stitching would be prone to snags. Nothing you'd notice once the dress is on, but it just didn't seem up to par with some of the other great things RTR has to offer. It's a fine dress, but I didn't think it was worth the rental fee, much less what it would cost at retail.
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So Tealrific Dress
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
This is a great party dress - the length was perfect for me and it was very flattering. I ordered a 6 and 8, the 6 fit in the waist but was way too tight in the chest (I'm a large C), so I went with the 8. I got lots of compliments.
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These earrings are absolutely beautiful - they were the perfect accent to my outfit. Sadly, they were also so heavy they kept sliding forward and falling off because the backs were not tight enough. I managed to keep them on for about an hour, but as soon as we started dancing they had to be stashed in my purse for fear of losing them. I'd recommend them for a dinner or any event where you aren't moving around too much.
Eiffel Tower Earrings
Badgley Mischka Jewelry
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C
This is a great party dress - the length was perfect for me and it was very flattering. I ordered a 6 and 8, the 6 fit in the waist but was way too tight in the chest (I'm a large C), so I went with the 8. I got lots of compliments.
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Prim and Proper Bow Dress
Milly
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 38C