Ellen's Reviews
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Pregnancy friendly, comfortable
This dress is not a maternity dress but it was very comfortable and the cut worked well for showing a 2nd trimester bump. I liked the color and the pattern as I feel maternity wear can get a little bit too sweet. And I liked that this wasn't a giant maxi which also feels inappropriate at this size bump. The main down side is that the comfortable material feels cheap; it doesn't feel like an expensive dress. But it's not an expensive dress, so in that case, it's definitely well worth what you pay for
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Isabella Flounce Hem Dress
Leota
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Not quite pregnancy friendly
I rented this while in my second trimester and while I was able to wear it, it wasn't particularly comfortable. I would have wanted more space in the belly but the next size up was too big in the armpits and shoulders and just generally was a worse fit. RTR had it filtered for second trimester but since it's not a maternity dress, I can't fault it too much for not fitting me right
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V-Neck Sheath Dress
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Comfortable and professional
I really enjoyed this dress. It felt work appropriate but was very comfortable and easy to wear, I could see wearing this at multiple points in pregnancy which is good because you don't know exactly how big the you will be at different points. It made the bump very visible which I prefer to looking questionably bloated
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Heidi Cross Your Heart Maternity Dress
ripe
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
More revealing than I wanted
I rented this for a hot spring day but it felt more like a beach coverup than a dress. It was too much exposure for me. Neckline was very low cut and didn't have a snap closure. Also the high-low hem line had the effect of feeling like the wrap didn't go around enough. I held the hem whenever I walked. Perhaps I could have gotten more coverage in the next size up, but I am not so sure
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Delilah Maternity Maxi
NOM Maternity
Size Worn: XSR
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Worth owning
This dress is on the casual side but it's very flattering, very comfortable. Definitely something that I could keep in my closet and wear on a regular basis. I think it was lower cut on me than on the model but not scandalous
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Amur Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Bright, fun color & practical pockets
This ran large, especially in the chest. People loved the color and I loved that it had pockets deep enough to hold my phone. I also liked that it was long enough that I didn't have to worry about my butt hanging out. Comfortable and easy to wear
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Orange High Tea Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Comfortable & elegant, greener than photo
This looked more green than teal in person and I felt a little bit like I should have worn it to a holiday party, but it was comfortable. I probably could have worn the 0 but the 2 felt comfortable and didn't look baggy. No tight seams on the stomach so I could eat and drink and dance but still look elegant. I picked it so I would not stand out too much but if you are looking for a SHOWSTOPPER, I'd keep looking
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Lace me in Teal Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful but uncomfortable
I loved the fabric and the overall look of this dress but it was not very enjoyable to wear. It felt close to "true to size" but I have a wide ribcage and without ANY give in the fabric, it was constricting. It created a nice shape and the color and iridescence was gorgeous but I couldn't wait to take it off. Might have been easier in another size up
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Teal Envelope Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
One of my favorites, boyfriend didn't "get" it
I loved everything about this dress. I loved the color and the shape. I thought it was flattering without being sexy which made it good for a work event that went from day to night. My boyfriend, who normally is pretty enthusiastic about whatever new dress I'm renting completely did not understand it. So maybe not a great "date night" dress, but definitely good for looking a cool over looking sexy
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Popover Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Comfortable and flattering
I loved this dress. I loved the pattern and the colors but I was also very happy with the fit. I think this dress is a little longer than the other Clover Canyon Gold Panther Dress I've rented before, and as a result I felt more comfortable in it. It floated away from the body just slightly at the bottom and didn't ride up when I walked. It's also thick enough material that I was able to wear it with leggings underneath (I wore it on NYE) without lumps showing through. Thick, but stretchy. Very comfortable. I could see myself owning this dress
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Rose Matador Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Comfortable, sophisticated, and a little edgy
I love Helmut Lang and this dress was no exception. The material is comfortable and not restrictive. The pattern is eye-catching without being too flashy, and the cut is interesting but still flattering. It's the kind of dress that works well when you don't know how dressed up to be. I wouldn't say it's a WOW dress, it's a bit more subdued, but it hits the perfect tone for me where not only am I physically comfortable in it, but I also just feel relaxed and myself in it. I could see myself wearing this dress a lot if I owned it
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Heart Pumping Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Wish I owned it
I don't wear a lot of bracelets because I find them distracting but this was so fun, I just enjoyed looking at it. If I owned this piece, I would wear it all the time
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Out of the Blue Cuff
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Fantastic print, flattering shape, not for a lot of walking
My boyfriend loved this dress to the point that he offered to buy it for me as soon as he saw it. I loved the fun print and the neoprene material made it very comfortable and flattering. My only complaint is that I had to walk a few blocks to my event and I basically had to hold the dress down the whole time. It just kept scooting up to a micro-mini with any real walking. Once I got to the event and was only ambling around it, it was no longer a problem but it made it a little uncomfortable coming and going.
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Gold Panther Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Pretty dress, exactly as it looks
I wore this dress to a fairly casual outdoor wedding. I think I would have worn the 0 if it was available, but the 2 fit OK. The dress was very sweet and appropriate for the occasion. Not a showstopper, but it's nice and there were no surprises. It looks and fit pretty much exactly how it does in the picture
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All About Crochet Sheath
Alice by Temperley
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Sexy without being too loud
I rented this dress because I had a free birthday credit and wore it out to dinner out. It was perfect for the occasion. I felt very put together, dressed up and a bit sexy, but because it was black and didn't expose too much skin, I wasn't self conscious about being overly fancy for a Tuesday night dinner in my neighborhood. The lace had some stretch which made the fit very flattering. I wore it with a black bra and didn't mind the band showing through the lace. Might have looked sexier without a bra, but it didn't look weird to wear one. Looked like it could have been part of the dress. I would wear this again
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Lady Pep Dress
Blumarine
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Not as flattering as I was hoping for, lovely color
The color of this dress was beautiful and exactly as expected, and the neckline was lovely, but something about the overall fit wasn't that flattering. The fit was not so bad that I couldn't have made it work but I had rented another dress that was better so I didn't wear this one at all. This was my backup dress, but I was sort of expecting it to be my safety, something that would definitely work on me. What I didn't notice in the photo, is that there is an angled seam around the waist. This dress looked better with a thin black belt on me, but the seam was kind of awkwardly cut. I also felt like the rouching on the bottom half didn't hit in the right places. It didn't lay right on me and wasn't flattering to my behind (something that is generally one of my assets.. no pun intended). The fabric was a bit sheer, but I didn't find it unmanageable with nude colored underwear. I think this dress has the potential to be stunning, but unfortunately not on me!
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I Choose You Dress
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Great color and pattern, not the cut for me
I'm surprised by other comments saying this dress runs large. This is the first time I wasn't the smallest size available from Rent The Runway. I couldn't get the XS anywhere close to zipping up around my ribcage. The small fit, but it didn't leave a lot of room in the chest. Someone with a larger bust might have to size up twice. The waist came up above my belly button and then there was a lot of room where the dress flared out for larger hips. It was sort of restricting in the arms too. It was an awkward fit all around and I didn't feel comfortable. However I think for someone shorter, or with a shorter torso, it could work nicely. Fit on me aside, this is a lovely summer dress. It's a very lightweight, unstructured material. The fabric has an iridescence to it and the color is great
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Tumeric Spice Sheath
Nachiket Barve
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Great color, flowing fabric
I loved the bright orange of this dress and the way the silk felt. It was very breezy and light, nice for a warm day. However, besides that... I was a bit underwhelmed. I had wanted something sort of casual for a day event but this felt a little too casual. It didn't feel that special. On the other hand, it was very comfortable. If I could do it again I would have chosen something else. However I think if you're kind of shy and never dress up, this might be an easy dress to wear. It's loud in color but otherwise sort of faded into the background for me. Fit wise it slightly too large but because of the style and included belt, fit wasn't a huge issue
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Malibu Orange Crush Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Goes from day to night, super comfortable
I loved this dress. I felt it could have been slightly smaller (the shoulders were slightly too wide making the gold neck piece to tilt occasionally and I'm fairly broad shouldered) but otherwise it was perfect. I wore this to a work event and after parties and it was comfortable the whole time. The style of dress worked equally well at 1pm as at midnight. I love a skin tight dress, but they can be tiring for long periods. This was breathable. It felt work appropriate without being boring or predictable because of the neon.
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Leatrice Shift
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Too heavy, couldn't wear at all
I also got this as "mystery bling." They weren't something I would have chosen but they did look nice. Certainly made a statement. However, I didn't wear them at all. I put them on for about 30 seconds and worried they were going to rip through my earlobe. My one ear is pierced sort of low on the lobe so I'm more concerned about damage than the average person but I still feel like these would be unwearable for most people for an evening out. Unless you have really sturdy ears or you're just putting these on for a photo, unfortunately I would pass. Design is nice, but I gave a low review because they're just not functional
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On the Town Earrings
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Brilliant color
The blue is truly stunning in person and I got complimented all night. As someone with fairly wide shoulders, I felt the cut wasn't completely flattering to my figure, but that insecurity was overridden by all the positive feedback.
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Melissa Mini Shift
Tibi
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Comfortable and flattering
I wore this to a presentation and after party during NYFW. I felt very comfortable in the dress, both physically and emotionally. It has an interesting look to it with the cross and mix of fabrics so it works at a fashion event, but it's also a classic black so it's not TOO bold of a choice. I think it could work nicely for a work party. I selected true to size even though most of the reviews said it ran large. I felt like it fit, even though it wasn't skin tight. I have sort of broad shoulders compared to my hips, but perhaps someone with narrower shoulders might feel like they were swimming it the dress on top
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Black Combo Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Wish I owned it
I love this dress. The color is beautiful and I loved the detailing. I feel like it's the kind of dress that could get a lot of use, and after I might actually buy it. It's a great option when you're not sure how formal/casual an event is going to be. I think it works either way. One thing to note, it's pretty short. I wore this with tights because it's winter, but I might feel too exposed with bare legs. Dress hit me just above my mid-thigh
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Teal Applique Bloussant Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Rave reviews
I rented this for a wedding and it struck just the right tone. I have a long torso and narrow hips and this dress fit me perfectly. Received lots of complements and felt great
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Neatly Polished Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Day to night flattering dress
I rented this for a work event that went into the evening. It was not too loud for the day time, but still totally elegant enough for an evening out. I had also worried that this dress would be too warm and wintery for Spring but it was a lighter fabric than I had expected. Very happy with the cut and would definitely rent again
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Daria Peplum Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B
Didn't work for me
From the picture, this dress is pretty much everything I wanted. I love the color, the neckline and draping are normally very flattering on me so I thought for sure I would end up wearing this dress over my backup. Despite being everything I love, it just didn't work on my body. It didn't give me a more curvy look, instead it made me look kind of lumpy and just hit my body in the wrong places. And aside from the fit issues, it didn't look special enough for a wedding in person. Luckily, I ended up loving my backup dress
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Perfect Lady Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 112lbs
Bust: 34B