Rachel's Reviews
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Eh ?
This dress was very pretty. But because I am a new mom it fit very strange I ended up trying it on backwards so it would look better on my figure. It didn't work at all and this was an overnight back up dress because the first one I selected was way too formfitting for me I ended up borrowing a friends dress that she had that was my size next time I read the stress I'll make sure I am in better shape so that I can wear it
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Award Winner Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 210lbs
Bust: 34G
Great Easter Dress
I am 5 foot 6 about 209lbs and 7 months pregnant. I rented this dress for singing Easter Sunday at church. The dress did not disappoint! I rented the 16 r because of my growing belly and it was a tad bit long with flats but did not drag the ground. The dress was perfect full length with 4 inch heels for church.
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Utopia Maxi
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 16WR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 209lbs
Bust: 38G
Perfect fiesta dress
Perfect Dress for a fiesta theme bridal shower. The picture above I wore it before the party when we went to pick up our marriage license. No complaints at all with this dress! It's great if you're small and petiteand it's great if you're curvy it does not hug your stomach so it's nice and Flowy. Would rent again.

Meadow Folly Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Strange fit
I rented this for one of my wedding showers with my church ladies. It was a very strange fit it was loose in the middle tight on the top and tight on the bottom I had a hard time zipping it so I did not wear or take a picture.

White Gardenia Maxi
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Too low cut for me
Beautiful dress, this was my back up dress. I rented it for my cousins wedding but when I tried it on with my strapless bra you can see my bra. This dress was way too low cut I'm to chesty to go without a bra so this was a no go for me. If you're not chesty and can get away with no bra, this will be a great dress for you.

Ribbon Waist Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Wish I owned this dress
Rented this for my cousins wedding. It fit perfectly not tight on the stomach at all, runs true to size. Perfect link, great for dancing. I got compliments all night long on this dress.

Isa Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Wedding rehearsal dress
Rented for my friends wedding rehearsal dinner. The link was perfect not too long not too short I wore 4 inch heels. The night before this event I discovered I was a few months pregnant so my boobs were popping out & I had to continuously pull up the top. That being said overall I think the dress runs true to size but I am more chesty than most people so if you wear smaller than a G bra the top shouldn't be a problem for you.

Floral Overlay Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Lovely fall wedding outfit, beautiful pink
I rented this dress for a friends wedding. I recently found out that I was a few weeks pregnant so I rented bigger size than I usually wear. The 16 foot well but the zipper in the back was really bunch and it looks like I had a tail. I ended up wearing the A-Team although I am chesty the top was still pretty loose so I had to safety pen behind my neck for it to fit perfectly at the top. Overall really comfy dress not tight fitting at all easy to dance in. I even wore spanks.

Florence Short Sleeve Dress
Temperley London
Size Worn: 18R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Perfect dress, event cancelled
Rented the dress to wear to a broadway play. Event was cancelled due to covid so I never wore it.

Edgecombe Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Perfect wedding shower dress
I absolutely love everything about this stress if it was a great fit correctly and all the right places. I really like that it was stealing because it made me feel a little bit more classy. The colors are beautiful and very spring. For reference I wear a size 12/14 I am 5 foot six without heels and I wear a size 38G bra. No complaints For the dress.

Penelope Lace Sheath
Dress The Population
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Great dress for a baby shower
I rented this dress for my cousin's baby shower. She is having a boy so I wanted to wear blue. I found this really cute dress it fit really well. My only complaint is that I had to wear a strapless bra. Because of the way the dress was made with a regular bra when you turn to the side you can see right thru the arm hole and you see your bra like 80%. But with the strapless bra problem was solved. Fit great! I typically wear a 12/14 & I never needed to try on the bigger size. I also wore this dress to church the next day. I am a size 34G bra and 5'6" without heelsfor reference.

Allover Eyelet Wrap Dress
J.Crew
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Mardi Gras sparkles
Rented this for Mardi Gras Ball and loved it! I wore the 14 because it was a little looser once I had Spaniard on. I probably could have wore the 12 and been fine but with my 38g bra I never know it's always a guessing game. I don't have a picture facing the camera but the way the middle of the dress looks really gives you a defined waist. And for all my chesty ladies... the one shoulder covered all of my boobs with extra room.

Green Constellation Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Back up dress I wore to church
This is a back up I rented for my bridal party. I ended up going with the other one I rented that was white. And wore this one to church. This one is comfy and I like that it's not extremely short. The length was great and i am both chesty and have a big butt. I typically wear a size 12/14 in dresses because my chest is a 38G. This was great I didn't even feel frumpy.

Pleated Blouson Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Great dress for my bridal shower
The dress fit well the only thing I didn't like was that the zipper in the back didn't lay flat. But it's probably because it's been rented a lot and has some wear to it. I am top heavy I wear 34G and because of it I usually wear a 12/14 in dresses.

Cheryl Dress
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Great dress but decided to wear my back up instead
I have wide shoulders so a little tight other than that it was wonderful.

Teal Elizabeth Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38G
Kenneth jay lane gold dangles
Loved these earrings. Went perfectly with my red one shoulder gown I rented from RTR and my other gold accent jewels I wore. And it was mystery bling! My ears were a tad heavy after a while but I wore the earring all night.
Terrible fit for chesty ladies
Ladies, this was a dress I rented for the Krewe of Orion (my dad is in) ball. I was so excited about this gown but it didn't fit. At the moment I am size 12/14 I am a 36G bra and very curvy. In this picture I have on a corset and no bra because the dress was so tight it wouldn't zip without the corset...but it was still so tight I couldn't manage to sit down. Even with the corset the dress still bulged in the back and the front and I felt like a sausage casing. If this dress came in size 14 or 16 it might have fit me better. The length is ok considering I usually don't wear heels for Mardi Gras balls. If you want to wear heels with this dress get the longer length. If you are really chesty/curvy I would stay away from this gown. This dress if beautiful but not on me. I ended up renting another Marchesa Notte dress that was black and gold with sleeves and it fit perfectly and I had wiggle room to dance all night! The other gown was called the Moises Embroidered Gown it was perfect in the 14!

Falling Roses Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 185lbs
My favorite Mardi Gras Ball Dress Yet
I loved this dress! All my friends loved this dress! My boyfriend even loved this dress! I am chesty (currently wear a 36G) and this dress was perfect because I was able to wear my regular black bra and it looked like part of the dress! I was able to breathe (even when I sat down)! I wore flats considering I would be doing lots of walking and dancing that night and the length was perfect! If you wear heels I'd go with a longer length unless you want to show off your heels. I have arms that are not the smallest at the moment and I loved the sleeves on this dress because they covered them up so beautifully. I also like how this dress shows off my curves( so did my Man) and gave me more shape without squeezing me tight)Felt so skinny! Jewelry is not necessary with this dress so I just wore hoop earrings. I am going to rent this gown again! Ps I rented the falling roses gown and this was my back up gown. I ended up wearing this one because it fit better over all. I ended up loving this gown even more!

Moises Embroidered Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 38D
Great match for my golden shoes
These earrings were a little heavy but they perfectly completed my outfit.

Anne Crystal Teardrops
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
Mary Kay Seminar Awards Dress
For someone who is quite chesty (34Ddd) ; I was very impressed at how well the one strap dress help me up and in place all night. The midsection of the dress was a bit snug but still very comfy. I rented with this dress the jewelry and it was a perfect match with my gold heels(not pictured). I am not wearing heels in this picture because this was taken after the awards show/ party and the shows were off for the night already. Loved this dress and the color! It was beautiful! I am considering renting it for Mardi Gras Ball next February.
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Nepal Sunset Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34G
Batchlorette in Lafayette, La
For this party we were instructed to wear "sparkles". The only problems I had with this dress were that the sequins scratched my arms and not a fan of the cap sleeves. I taped them up a little before so it wasn't so bad but that's what happens when you wear sequins. Also the middle made me feel a little wide, I probably could have used a solid black or brown belt but I never thought about it until we got to the hotel. For size comparisons I usually wear a 12/14 both for but one was a little more comfy, the 14 was too big. I am 5'6'' and I was a 36Ddd at the time. Sadly this is the best picture I got... We were out drinking and somehow forgot to take pictures. The dress was a little heavy but that's normal with lots of sparkles. Even though it was heavy, the dress was still comfy and flowy for the most part. This dress is a must if you want sparkles! I believe I remember it having pockets. I am a tad late doing this review. I just noticed I never did it.
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Golden Flower Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34G
Rehearsal dinner at Alex box stadium at LSU
I resented this dress for a wedding rehearsal/rehearsal dinner! I ended up not wearing this one, I wore the 14! The picture shown I am wear the 14. I wear a 34g bra, the dress was true size fit and The dress has pockets.

Lace Ella Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 185lbs
Perfect fit
I wore a corset bra with this due to the neckline. Perfect fit! Love the dress the band under the chest is perfect! It gives a smaller and defined waist look!
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Fluorite Emerald Gala Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34G
Love love love this gown!
I usually wear a 14 but the 14 was a little more snug on my stomach and chest than I liked. So I sent back the dress and had RTR overnight me the 16r because the long was not available the night of my event. The dress arrived just an hour before I had to head to the Mardi Gras Ball. I was so happy because I still had time to make my hair appointment before the ball . Compliments on this dress all night! I think I got many people on board with RTR! Fit: I wear a 34 G size bra and the 16r dress was a little loose on the top but still covered me well. This dress probably runs true to size but because I am so chesty I am probably not the best to Judge that. I was a little worried because I had to wear a strapless bra the way the neckline of the dress was designed. But I didn't have any problems with outfit malfunctions and I danced for 5 hours. There is a little bit of a train but it's not enough to be in the way constantly. The back of this dress is beautiful but I forgot to take a picture. Pros: comfortable, beautiful Hollywood glam dress, compliments all night long Cons: The regular length is too short to wear 3-4inch heels with, I wore black fancy flats with gold accents to match my necklace. Be careful with your jewelry my bracelet snagged the dress lace overlay a little through out the night.
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Ivy Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34G
I went with a different dress
This was my backup dress, it was too small. I went with a different dress it is super tight on the midsection.
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Take the Stage Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 38D
works even on petite girls
rented this for my friend Kay to wear to a mardi gras ball i was apart of in February 2014. She loved it ( which is saying a lot because she hates strapless dresses that are long)! we rented a 8 and a 10 REGULAR because she is about 5 feet tall. she usually wears a 10 but we got an 8 as a back up. The 10 fit but it was a little loose the 8 was just right! Kay's body type: a C cup, 5'3'' she is 23 and she is pear shaped.
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Meteor Shower Gown
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34G
It was perfect for Valentines day Ball. Bright, Vibrant and beautiful Red!
I loved the color, it was a great contrast with my dark brown hair. The wide band in the middle really helped define my waistline and gave me more of a shape. I loved the length of this dress. I was able to wear my fancy gold sandals comfortably with this dress & the dress did not drag the ground at all. I got this dress knowing that I wouldn't be wearing heels. If you will be wearing heels i suggest getting your size in a long instead of a regular. The only problem with the fit was that the zipper got a little stuck in the middle, but once past that part the zipper worked quite well. I wear a 36DDD bra and i had to get a different bra because my bra straps were too wide under the dress. I got a Corset bra from dillard's and it helped keep me in place and helped slim down my tummy as well, giving me more of an hourglass shape than i usually have. This was my first dress that i rented and I had a great experience. I will be renting another dress again when needed.
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Ruby Red Gala Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34G