Shawndy's Reviews
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It’s a lot! But I liked it
Between the ruffles, the print, and the sleeves, this dress is a LOT. But I liked it, it was comfortable, and I got several compliments at the Easter party.
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Porter Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Rented 2 different sizes, neither worked
This is such a gorgeous dress, it’s a shame that it just does not work on my figure. Earlier this year, I rented the size 8 and was blown away by how incredibly tiny it was. I could hardly get it zipped, and I’m usually a size 6. So this time, I rented the size 10 (which I’ve never worn in my life), and it fit nicely around my chest and waist but was so baggy in the hips/ bum. Didn’t look good at all. Sending it straight back.
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One Shoulder Bow Dress
Toccin
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Felt like a Renaissance festival costume
This one arrived with a sketchy zipper, so I sent it back, but it was all for the best because I found it just looked too much like a costume. And I love the puffy sleeve trend! But this was just not right. I'm a size 4/6/8 depending on the brand, and this 12 would have been very very snug on me. No way I could have done any smaller. Also, at 5'6" tall, this was an odd length. Not maxi, but not tea length. It hit at the ankle.
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Lemonade Margarita Maxi
Borgo de Nor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 147lbs
Bust: 36B
Baggy in the hips, didn't wear.
Adding the belt certainly helped, but this was overall too baggy, especially in the hips and bum. Possibly better on a pear-shaped body. I opted to send this back without wearing. Bummer because there's a lot of potential with this one.
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Sands Linen Midi Dress
FARM Rio
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 36B
"Great fit" recommended size was way off
The "great fit" recommended size was a 4, which I went with because I'm usually a 4 or a 6. It just arrived today, and I'm not even close to being able to zip this up. If I tried it again, I'd try a size 8. Beautiful dress, but the arm holes seem very small, even considering that the dress is too small for me.
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Polka Dot Full Skirt Dress
Christian Siriano
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous dress, just too big for me
Wishing I'd have sized at least one size down on this one, if not more. The stretchy material would have been so much better if it was tight. I found this ran very roomy in the hips and bum. I wore it but didn't love it as much as I could have.
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Lilli Print Dress
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs small, material didn't seem very high end
This one was a miss for me. I returned it without ever really wearing it. I found it ran very small, so it was too tight on me. The belt being sewn on was a big problem because it didn't sit right where my waist was. Based on the fit and material, I'd have never guessed this was a $500 dress.
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Evie Dress
Paloma Blue
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful fabric, pockets, runs small
The fabric is lovely, and the pockets are deep. I love the fit, but it runs very small. I'm usually a 6, but I needed every centimeter of this size 8, especially after a heavy dinner! And I can’t imagine it would work too well on the busty gals.
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Emilia Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Soft, comfy, sexy
This dress was shockingly soft & comfortable. I went bra-less and felt like I was in pajamas. The lining on the inside is silky satin. I consider myself more of a size 6, and this 4 fit like a glove. Strongly considered buying this one.
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Black Mannix Ruffle Dress
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Simple and boring, but soft & easy
There's nothing super special or memorable about this dress, but with that said, I wore it twice while on vacation because it was just so easy and comfy. On those hungover mornings when I just needed to quickly throw on some clothes for brunch, this got the job done. I wore a bralette under it so I could leave the top button undone.
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Arlington Dress
Cleobella
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful, classic
The 6 was roomier than I was expecting, but I added a belt, and I thought it was perfect. Loved the heavy fabric and pockets. Nice that the straps are adjustable, and I was able to wear a normal bra without any issues.
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Floral Mary Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Gorgeous, moves beautifully
Photos don't do this one justice. The material moves beautifully. Love the button detailing and the tie. The tie is functional, so it can be adjusted. Seriously may just buy this one.
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Pretty Women Dress
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs larger than other Likely dresses
I'm shocked by how roomy this is. I own several dresses by this brand, and I've rented others by them as well. The size 8 is usually what works for me, even if it is very snug. After reading the reviews on this one, I went ahead and bought the size 6 since it was so cheap. It's a lovely dress, but the hips were actually TOO roomy. I brought it to a tailor to have the hips taken in. It seems like this is best for someone who is pear-shaped. Definitely room for larger hips and bum on this one.
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Blue Dionne Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful but even smaller than usual Likely
Beautiful dress but I returned because I felt like a stuffed sausage. Too tight to wear comfortably. I own multiple Likely dresses and have rented a couple as well. I'm usually an 8 in this brand, so that's what I rented, but this green was definitely smaller than my others, and Likely runs small to begin with!
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Ellery Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful & flattering
Loved this dress. Very flattering and pretty. I'm usually a size six and the 8 fit me well- not too tight or loose.
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Chelsea Girl Kealy Dress
Reformation
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Classic, comfy, beautiful
I received loads of compliments while wearing this on vacation. It's comfortable & classic. I usually wear a six, and the size 4 wasn't even that tight on me. I actually think I may have been able to size down again if needed. This material is very lightweight, so I had a lot of near Marilyn moments while wearing it on a windy day!
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Seersucker V-Neck Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Unique, comfortable, sexy
I received loads of compliments on this. I loved the color and the shape. So pleased with this rental. With that said, I really hated the little plastic hanger tag things. Of course if I owned the dress myself, I would have absolutely cut them off. They are placed in inconvenient locations, so I kept having to tuck them back in to dress all night, and they irritated my arms.
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Platform Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Va-va-voom! Tight in the best way possible
Like other reviews stated, this dress runs small. I ordered 1 size up from my normal size, and it was still very snug, but in the best way. The material is thick with the perfect minimal stretch. Having it fit so tightly just makes me feel held-in and secure, not like a sausage. I still find it to be very comfortable even though it's so snug. I have a small bust, and this pushes the girls up perfectly. My bra size is usually 36B/ 34C. I weigh around 145- 150lbs. I generally wear a 6 in dresses.
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Balcott Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 36B
Runs small! No stretch!
I knew going into this that I'd probably need the 6L, but since that size wasn't available, I gambled and got the 4L... And it's one of the smallest size 4's ever. With NO stretch or give. I called RTR and told them I'd be returning it. Then I put on some shapewear and gave it another shot because I love the colors so much. I got in to the gown and wore it, but I felt like a stuffed sausage. It's a beautiful gown if you have the correct size. Also- the "long" length isn't very long at all. I'm 5'6 and wore 3.5"- 4" heels, and I felt like this gown was actually a little too short. Again, may be due to me ordering the smaller size.
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Georgina Gown
Raoul
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34B