Kris's Reviews
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Light, flowy, elegant
I really liked this dress. It’s a full wrap, so size can be customized around you. I get nervous about full wrap because of the risk of it coming open. These ties are very long and go around a couple of times. I’m very full up top so there was a gap when I sat down, but a couple of safety pins too care of that. Would wear again! It was perfect for a colon cancer awareness banquet!
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Zola Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36F
Very flowy and comfortable
Longer than it looks. I’m taller so could have gotten away with it. The wrap style can be adjusted to your frame so it’s flattering. I opted for a different dress to wear to my event but would have worn this one.
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Bridge Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36F
Flattering and comfortable
It’s form fitting so I’m glad I ordered a 12 with a 14 backup size. I could zip the 12 but might not have been able to sit comfortably. This is a lovely and elegant dress that made me feel like the best-dressed wedding guest. Went from cathedral wedding to the dance floor without a hitch. My husband liked it on me so much he wants me to buy it if they ever sell it!
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Liberty Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36F
Perfect comfortable sweater dress!
Like other reviewers, I agree that it's very form fitting. so as long as you have your shapewear on board, this is very comfortable and flattering. I usually don't wear anything tight, but I was feeling this. It's warm, so be aware of your weather and environmental conditions. Would rent again!
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Geo Jacquard Sweater Dress
Thakoon x RTR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 36F
Very cute but order up a size!
After having a 12 in another dress run too large, I was happy to try on this 10. Wouldn't zip past the ribs. This is excellent quality but the fabric has no stretch. I would try this again a size up, but couldn't wear it to my event.
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Prismatic Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Pretty, runs large, beware the square neckline
The 12 was too large for me. The square neckline prevents you from wearing a full-coverage bra. It looked very lovely but it was just too big to wear to the event.
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Ivor Sheath
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Perfect light and airy dress for a summer wedding!
This was SO flattering! I normally take closer to a 14, but with the help of some spanx, was able to get into the 12. I'm 5'8" but definitely needed heels to keep the dress off of the ground. Oh, but it's so light and airy, I felt comfortable even in an outdoor Georgia wedding in August. The high waistline accents a figure I normally don't get to see, and I got to wear my normal minimizer bra with the back straps gathered racer back style. I got SO many compliments. BUT...if you've opted for the tighter fit, beware of that flattering waist once they open the buffet line. That figure-shaping band of fabric it cut to lie right over the epigastric area, which for non-medical people is right below where your ribs join in the front. Once you start eating and drinking, your stomach has NO place to expand, and I got uncomfortable REALLY quickly. Next time I hope the 14 is available so I can stay for cake. ;)

Water Lilies Maxi Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Perfect simple accent
Perfect length and simple design to accent a pastel palette. Wore it with Mishka dress to a wedding.

Amethyst Alex Earrings
Kendra Scott
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Perfect summer party dress, a little low cut for day events.
I rented this for my daughter's high school grad party. Very light, very comfortable, very flattering. You can see how sheer it is, so be prepared to wear a cami up top (there's a built in skirt lining). It's also quite low cut. I got the XL since I'm busty, but may have been able to get away with a large and perhaps the neckline wouldn't have plunged so much. Had this been an adult evening event, a push up bra might have been the trick. But since this was day with lots of kids running around, I opted to put a white cami underneath to make it a little more family friendly. Got a lot of compliments, including from the fashion-forward teens! Would rent again!

Verity Floral Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Gorgeous and comfortable, but BEWARE THE BUST!
I LOVED this dress. I didn't take a very good pic in it, but it was very flattering and comfortable sitting in a crowded coliseum and then at a nice restaurant afterwards. It is light, airy, breathable, and whittles out a waistline if you're lacking one. BUT..if you are top-heavy like me, be prepared to safety pin so you don't kill anyone with buttons flying off. The back is ruched elastic so it hugs your curves, but the buttons will gap. I will rent this again, but will also have my safety pins handy.

Cloud Dot Midi Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Simple and versatile
This is the perfect all-purpose dress. I got it for my daughter's graduation. Stubborn zipper, but I got by. Flattering, comfortable, pairs perfectly with white wedges for the daytime shindigs and black sandals for evening. Will get again!

Polka Dot Jesse Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Shapeless if you don't have shape
This was beautiful. The light floral fabric was fluttery and elegant. However, with just a simple elastic waist, if you don't have the hourglass figure, it's doesn't do a whole lot of flattering. It was very comfortable, but was my second choice to wear to the event.

Lee Midi Dress
B Collection by Bobeau
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 36F
Cute and simple!
A throwback to classic party dresses that makes a statement without trying too hard! Wore this to a women's health breast center opening cocktail party at a local hospital, then out to a restaurant for my birthday right after! I felt like the best dressed in both places!
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Cameo Pink Bow Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36F
Hint of blush and a splash of simple style!
LOVED this dress! I got so many compliments, especially on the asymmetric neckline ! It was comfortable, flattering, and quite easy to wear. Would definitely get it again!
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Sissi Pink Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36F
Didn't end up wearing because of the design. It's lovely, but meant for less curvy women.
Fabric and quality were fantastic. But the con of the design was the faux wrap around the bust. It's not tacked down. So, if you're a 36F like me, you look like you have pink oven mitts on your chest. I couldn't wear it.
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Amelia Crossover Dress
UnitedWood
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 36F
Gorgeous!
Perfect for an updo! Looks amazing with the Badgley Mischka Ivy Dress!

Linear Emerald Drops
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34D
Smaller Than you Think
I wasn't impressed with this clutch. It was much smaller than expected: my iPhone didn't even fit into it. If all you are carrying is a lipstick and a couple of cards, it's fine. But don't expect this to be your elegant carryall for the evening. The sequin effect is just a fabric overlay that was a little loose, and the sparkly knob kept coming unscrewed. To be fair, it did look quite nice, but it wasn't worth the hassle of not being able to carry my basic things.

Black Mesh Glam Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34D
Elegant and Comfortable
So here's the thing: I'm not sure if I wore the 12L or the 12R. I took them both off the hangers to try on, assuming the tags would indicate which was which: they both just said 12. The gown that seemed longer seemed to be worn less, as the sequins were a rich emerald green. It was also roomier, making me wonder if I should have gone down a size. But when I tried on the other 12, I could barely zip it up, and the sequins were more a teal, presumably from repeat cleanings. Since I'm taller than the average woman, I'm working off of the assumption that the regular had been rented more often. This leaves me to say that I cannot give a true size estimate. What I can tell you is that it's fully lined, so you don't get a lot of scratchy sequined netting on your skin. It has the boning and cups so even these DDs stayed aloft. I got countless complements. Would definitely rent again....if I could figure out what size I actually wore!

Ivy Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34D
Simple but elegant dress ready for a fall event!
This was not my first choice when hunting for the perfect dress for being inducted into a local foundation's top tier society, but I'm glad I chose it! This dress is simple in design, but the details make it elegant with sexy accents, perfect for this black tie-optional dinner. It is surprisingly comfortable. There is a TINY bit of stretch to the fabric, so I may have been able to get away with the 10 because the 12 was a little roomy. And the pictures don't lie: the lining only covers mini-skirt length while the lace and red sequin leaf patterns keep going to the knee to show a lot of leg. If you're planning to wear thigh-highs or Spanx shapers, you'll need a plan B because they will show under the lace! There is soft cup support that may allow for smaller cups to go braless, but my DDs aren't in that category: I just wore a nude bra which blended in under the lace overlay. My only gripe with this dress is that it still smelled heavily of the perfume of the previous renter. Luckily, it was a decent scent. I would definitely rent this dress again for a fall or winter evening party. #leavesandlace #fallelegance

Pinot Dress
David Meister
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 34D