Caroline's Reviews
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Didn't end up wearing; not the dress for shorter ladies
The color is shinier than it looks in the pictures on RTR; it's a weird brown/blue. While I loved the neckline, there's a LOT of fabric, which made my hips look wider and I do not have the chest for all of the space the top gives you. Would recommend this for ladies with a bigger chest, but it just didn't work for me.
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Bronze Metallic Halter Gown
Aidan AIDAN MATTOX
Size Worn: 4P
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
The straps are SO long and not adjustable.
While I liked the pattern and the fabric is a light feeling velvet that isn’t too heavy, I couldn’t get past that the straps were WAY too long and not adjustable. I’m also not particularly chesty, but I had trouble keeping everything in place. I wouldn’t recommend this dress for shorter ladies, or anyone with any kind of chest.
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Lena Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
Form-fitting; very long
I wore this for a black tie optional wedding, and I liked the dress, but it was definitely a heavier material, and I’m a smidge under 5’ 3” and even with 3.5” heels, it was touching the ground a bit. I liked the dress, but the one shoulder strap meant dancing was a little more difficult than I would have liked it to be.
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Navy Molten Off Shoulder Gown
Black Halo
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
Fits like a glove - but not meant for shorter ladies.
The dress is very form-fitting, but the straps aren't at all adjustable, so for shorter ladies like me (I'm a hair under 5' 3") the straps were wayyy too long, there was no way to pin them or anything, so I ended up not wearing the dress. It was also MUCH longer on me than it should have been, even with 3" heels.
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Balcott Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
The dress is gorgeous, but definitely runs big
I wore the 2R and while the length was great and the fabric was beautiful (and had pockets!), it definitely runs big- I got the 2 and backup 4, but I should have gone with a 0. Heads up for small chested ladies like me, you may want to be careful with this dress because the fabric is heavy, and can drag the dress down a bit. I loved this dress, and would rent again, but would size down more.
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Strapless Ditzy High Low Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
Absolutely loved this jumpsuit- but it’s LONG
I wore the 2R, and everything fit perfectly, BUT even with 3 1/2 inch heels, the hem of the pants was dragging a bit on the ground (I’m not quite 5’ 3”). I probably wouldn’t rent this again, but I did really like it, and thought it was a great ‘fit for my 30th.
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Constance Jumpsuit
LIKELY
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
Really nice dress, gorgeous color!
I’m 5’ 3” and depending on the brand, can go XS or S. I went with the XSP (Petite) for this dress and I’m glad I did! The tie in the back can be loosened or tightened (I don’t personally love how the tie looked, but it gave the dress much more flexibility and customization in the sizing. Even the XSP brushed the ground and I wore 3 inch heels. The material is SO comfortable, and I got a ton of compliments - this was great for a Valentine’s weekend wedding!
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Jasalina Velvet Gown
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: XSP
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32C
Wore for NYE - weird fit
I wore this dress for NYE; loved the color, but be warned that it is VERY VERY short, and I’m only 5’3”. Separately, the cowl neck in the front hangs way down and the straps can’t be tightened; I needed to safety pin the dress together to ensure I was covered. Unfortunately, I really wouldn’t recommend this dress.
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Baldwin Mini Dress
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Really beautiful dress; perfect for a summer wedding!
I loved the pattern of this dress; a 2, my usual size, wasn't available, but the 4 worked, even though the straps were a bit long (and not adjustable) and the area around the rib cage was loose- I definitely could have sized down, but the dress was comfortable to dance in and even the bride complimented me on it!
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Printed Halter Cocktail Dress
Aidan AIDAN MATTOX
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Pretty color, but WAY too long
I didn't end up wearing this dress because I'm 5'3" and the dress hit almost to my ankles (both XSR and SR); I also felt like the chest area was too tight and didn't do much for my figure.
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Green Ruffle Hem Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Pretty dress; runs large
I rented this for a beach wedding after the original dress I ordered didn't work out; the pattern is pretty and the dress is comfortable and allows for a lot of movement, however, on me, the dress ran big in the chest and the straps weren't adjustable so I had to keep pulling it up- I wore the equivalent of a size 2 (size 38; I'm 5' 3" and 115). Pretty dress, but at least on me, I would have preferred less low cut.
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Lilli Print Dress
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115115lbs
Bust: 32C
Strange sizing - didn't end up wearing
I was excited to wear this dress, and I've liked the Likely dresses I've rented previously, but didn't end up wearing it- it was WAY too long (I'm 5' 3") and both the 2 and 4 were mid-calf on me. While both fit in the waist, the strap isn't adjustable and my chest was flattened, which made for a weird silhouette. The color is so pretty, it would've been perfect for a beach wedding, but the sizing was just so off.
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Fuchsia Cassidy Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115115lbs
Bust: 32C
Stunning color and so comfortable and flattering
This dress was perfect for a fall wedding; the cutout in the front is small, and the slit isn't too high. The fabric is thick and comfortable; I didn't need to wear a bra with this, just pasties. I would 1000% rent this dress again.
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Illume Crossover Midi Dress
Shilla
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Beautiful color; oddly sized dress
I'm usually between a 2-4, depending on the dress style/designer. I ended up wearing a six in this dress because my ribcage was too big for the 2, and the 4 was also a bit tight. However, the 6 was long on me (I'm 5'3") and the straps were also too long and not adjustable. It's a really pretty dress, but the fit is odd and I felt like it flattened my chest - would not recommend if you have a larger chest and/or are on the shorter end.
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Blue Brooklyn Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Beautiful and flattering dress- perfect for a summer wedding!
While I could have gotten away with the 2, I went with the 4 so that I would have room to dance, sit down, etc. The 4 was the tiniest bit big in the chest for me, but it would be perfect for someone with a larger chest. I got SO many compliments on the color and the fabric is thick enough that it streamlines everything- definitely recommend!
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Carolyn Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Loved this dress, but it was too red to wear to a wedding
My usual size is 2, and that's what I wore, but I wore the dress for welcome drinks because the cut outs on the sides are definitely deeper than I thought. I'm also on the shorter side (5' 3") and the dress and the straps (which aren't adjustable) were a bit long on me. It's a nice dress, but very, very red.
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Red Side Panel Sheath
Theia
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
So blue!
I wore this to a work "Summer Ball" event. The dress fit like a glove, but I admit I was disappointed by how worn it looked (luckily it didn't photograph that way) and that it was a bit long- I'm about 5' 4". On a different note, RTR's customer service was amazing- I had to change the delivery address the day of shipment and they were able to reroute that same day so my dress got to me in time for the event.
Never Let You Go Sheath
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 108lbs
Bust: 32C
I got so many compliments on my dress!!! I felt like a princess!
Bust fit, a bit big in the waist for me. I wore this for my college graduation baccalaureate ceremony and I felt pretty and perfect the whole time! Plus the dress had a flattering structure and struck the perfect note for a spring/summer affair!!
Joslin Dress
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 108lbs
Bust: 32C
The dress is pretty, but it was too small so I wore a different dress.
The dress was very tight and it seemed like any bumps were exaggerated. Go up at least one size if not two. It's a pretty dress, I just wasn't a huge fan.
Like What You See Sheath
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 108lbs
Bust: 32C
When my date saw me in the dress; the look on his face was the biggest confidence boost!
I'm about 5'3"-5'4" and the dress was longer than expected, but I wore heels and that balanced it out. The straps were also a bit long- don't count on being able to wear a bra with this (I wore a stick-on) because the dress falls pretty low. I ADORED this dress and got a ton of compliments!
Pitch Black Sheath
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 108lbs
Bust: 32C