Adaobi's Reviews
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Classy, sexy and comfortable
The dress fit well and looked polished. Soft and confortable.
Harris Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Form fitting and comfortable.
Stretchy material that hugged in the right places but camouflaged tummy.
Belmont Ruched Dress
AFRM
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Versatile basic black dress
Good quality dress; slightly heavy material that may be too warm for a hot day. Comfortable, conservative fit that looked a bit matronly. Can be dressed up for a variety of occasions.
Aiper Petite Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Casual lightweight top
Comfortable. Runs large, size down. A bit seethrough.
Willa Polka Dot Blouse
XíRENA
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Casual but sophisticated
Fit well. A bit low cut. A little cleavage shows.
Andie Top
CÂLLAS
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Large look
It wasn’t really flattering on me. Very puffy looking and made me look larger.
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Petunia Puffer Coat
Save the Duck
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Form fitting
It fit well but I wished it were a tad bit longer.
Burgundy Turtleneck Sweater
Saunders x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Versatile and comfortable
Warm, comfortable and fits nicely but a bit cropped and I found myself pulling it down so I don't expose my back.
Tie Waist Long Sleeve Sweater
Toccin
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Structured and eye catching
No give - size 12 was tight and I returned for size 14. Size up if you have hips and a butt.
Rosie High-Rise Wide Leg Pants
Hudson
Size Worn: 32
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Fall festive top
Nice colors. Ran large.
Nola Top
Hofmann Copenhagen
Size Worn: 44
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34C
Classy looking loose dress
Comfortable and nice fitting. A little big in the armpits. Works for transitioning from summer to fall.
Sunset Soiree Dress
NIC + ZOE
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34C
Unique and comfortable
This top is simple/casual but unique. It was very comfortable for a warm summer day spent at an amusement park.
Garden Posy Top
kate spade new york
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34C
Tailored, elegant with a little edge
I wore this lovely dress to work and a work event in the evening. I felt great all day as the material felt luxurious and part of the dress is lined with silk. The dress was tailored and the fit was perfect for my curvy body. The slit in front added a bit of sexiness but was not too much. I would definitely rent this again.
Nadaed Dress
Ted Baker
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 34C
Fun and well made top
This top is well-made and makes a statement. It was a bit large but still looked good.
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Black Jungle Flower Top
Jason Wu Collection
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Vibrant and easy to wear
Great pattern and colors. Casual chic top
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Elsden Printed Blouse
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Beautiful tailored dress
This dress was tailored and fit well, and the color was vibrant. It's a nice, professional work dress. It's flattering for curvy ladies. The slit added some interest but I didn't really like flashing a bit of my thigh at work each time I took a step or sat down at my desk so definitely watch out for that slit. I would definitely rent this dress again.
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Tassa Raspberry Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Great romper for an outdoor summer concert!
I wore this to an outdoor summer concert and loved it. It was chic and not too tight and not too short so it worked for me. While it fit overall, it was a bit tricky trying to get it over my hips. I had to do a bit of a shimmy move to get it to go over my hips, but once I was able to get it over the hips, it fit me well. So if you have wide hips, it may be an issue trying to pull this romper over them. I loved that the straps were adjustable and I was able to wear a regular black bra. My bra straps showed a bit but were not very noticeable since the black blended in with the color of the romper. It was a bit annoying though to use the bathroom as I had to unzip and pull down the romper all the way each time and do the shimmy move each time to get them back up over my hips. So that added a couple of extra minutes to each bathroom trip. I was at the concert for over 6 hours so I did have to go to the bathroom a few times. In addition, the romper I wore was a bit worn and had a small rip in the side but I don't think anyone else noticed any of these imperfections. I will definitely rent this outfit again.
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Printed Rodriguez Romper
Deby Debo
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Comfortable jumpsuit that can be dressed up or down
Overall, I loved the fit of the jumpsuit BUT the straps were abnormally long and were falling off my shoulder when I first tried it on. I can't imagine that anyone would need the straps to be that long. Unfortunately the straps are not adjustable so I almost returned the outfit without wearing in until I decided to try pinning the straps with safety pins and that did the trick! I was able to wear it twice over the weekend. I may rent again if I don't mind dealing with the strap issue.
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Black Pineapple Jumpsuit
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Great quality blouse
The fabric is great but the top runs large and is loose fitting and can look like a maternity top from some angles...I'll rent again but will size down to a small.
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Black Botanical Top
kate spade new york
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Solid, sophisticated and simple black purse
This is a perfect sized crossbody bag for a night out. The straps are adjustable and can be easily tucked away in the purse, and the straps are also removable so this purse can be worn a few different ways. The purse is not too large and is light but fit everything I needed for a concert without becoming heavy - iphone, portable charger, keys, tissue, lipstick, cash, cards e.t.c. I highly recommend this purse and will be holding it for a while longer as I rented it through my unlimited account.
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Metropolis Pochette Bag
Furla
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Bright, summery top
It was loose fitting and flowy, which is what I was looking for; however, I wasn't too crazy about the ruffles at the bottom as I feel like it made my hips look a bit wider than they are.
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Pink Gramercy Top
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Simple, elegant and professional
I really wanted to wear this dress to work but I couldn't because it arrived with a stain :-( The color of the dress is gorgeous and striking and the dress is tailored and very professional looking. I rented the size 8 and it was tight around my arms and very fitted throughout the rest of the dress. The slit at the back of the dress was also a bit higher than expected and my spanx shorts peeked through the slit...So the slit may be a bit too high for a conservative work environment, unless you wear the dress with tights. Ideally I would size up but I rented the black version of this dress several weeks ago in a size 10 but couldn't wear it because it was a large fit in the waist and the extra fabric gave me a pouch, which ruined the look, although the dress fit well everywhere else.
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Trinu Red Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Nice top but not flattering on me
This is a well made top however I feel like it may be better suited for petite or slim/lean ladies. I felt like it added girth to my hips and arms and I didn't need that. It just wasn't the most flattering style for my body type.
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Ikat Aida Top
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Elegant, neutral clutch
It was solid and worked well - small but had enough space to fit my essentials for the evening - phone, lipstick, credit card and ID and makeup compact.
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Metallic Fiona Minaudiere
Inge Christopher
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Nice looking dress with a few fit issues
I was a bit surprised by the fabric - felt like polyester. Not quite what I expected. The dress was tailored and fitted from the waist down. The top however was a bit loose around the shoulders and chest and there was some extra fabric in the back that puffed out. The neckline was too low for me. Due to the neckline and the looseness in the chest area, the dress gaped a bit and at times my bra was exposed. The issue was worse when I was seated in front of my computer at work - the top really gaped open then. As I wore this dress to work in a conservative environment, I was very self-conscious and kept having to adjust the top to avoid exposing my bra. I suppose one could wear a camisole with the dress but I wouldn't want to because I think it will change the overall look. Unfortunately, I will not be renting this dress again.
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Black Stitched Sheath
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Simple and elegant
I rented this to wear with a casual sleeveless jumpsuit and it worked out perfectly.
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Blue Salina Beaded Long Necklace
Gorjana Accessories
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Vibrant jumpsuit, perfect for a casual summer weekend
The jumpsuit was vibrant, flowy and comfortable. It was breezy and airy, perfect for a warm summer afternoon. I wore it to outdoor events on a weekend and received several compliments. My 6-year old daughter kept admiring it and telling me how much she loved it! The only con was that it was extremely long and dragging on the floor. I didn't want to wear heels with it because I was attending casual outdoor events at parks. There's no way I would have been able to wear it as is with flat sandals. I ended up using temporary hem tape to shorten the pants a bit and was able to wear flats.
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Pim Blue Jumpsuit
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Flattering dress!
I rented this to attend a work-related event after work. This dress had just arrived to RTR and there were no reviews yet so I wasn't sure how it would fit me. When I received the dress from RTR, it still had all the tags on it. The dress is not lined but the material is solid and the dress is made well. I wore spanx for my belly but slimmer ladies may be able to wear this dress without shape wear. I felt sophisticated and a bit glamorous in this simple fit and flare dress. It had a bit of a retro feel to it. The top of the dress is fitted with little to no stretch and may be problematic for ladies with large chests, so if you are large chested, you may want to size up. I had to wear a thinner bra than I normally wear so that the dress wouldn't be too tight on top. Also, the darts on the chest area are a little pointy but I'm not sure that other people noticed. Overall, this is a beautiful, flattering dress that I would rent again.
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Cream Carolina Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Gorgeous dress
The dress fit well and was lovely but I ended up not wearing it to the party and wore another RTR rental instead. When I tried on the dress, I immediately noticed the issue with the straps that several other reviewers complained about. I knew that would be an issue for me and I didn't want to deal with adjusting straps all night.
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Floral Peplum Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Elegant pop of color
This bracelet is beautiful, simple and elegant.
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Hinges Bracelet
Alexis Bittar
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Flattering, elegant and fun dress!
This dress fit like a glove and was very flattering. It was stylish and comfortable and I felt elegant in it. I especially liked the pockets and they came in handy for carrying my phone and a couple other items so that my hands were free to help out with some tasks at the party while juggling my two young kids. I didn't need to wear a bra with the dress. The only issue I had with the dress was the zipper - it was not easy to zip up and down and I needed assistance from my husband getting dressed and undressed.
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Cobalt High Low Gown
LM Collection
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Vibrant color, flattering fit!
I loved the color and style of this dress and the tea length was great. The fit and flare style was flattering for my body type. It was fun to wear to work in the spring and was a bit different from what I normally wear to work. The material has a little weight to it, but the dress moves well and I think it would be comfortable to wear in all seasons. I would definitely rent it again. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because it was a bit large for me on top, which was surprising. I usually wear size 8 or 10 in dresses and right before renting this dress, I rented and wore two different size L Leota faux wrap dresses, so I was surprised that the size M in this dress was a bit big on top for me. It was big in the chest area even though I wore a bra that normally fills me out a bit more, and the armpit area was wide and gaping such that you could see my bra if I raised my arms just slightly. As a result, I had to wear a black blazer over the dress to work to prevent exposing my bra on the sides. I wore the dress a second time over the weekend to a show without a blazer, and I was self-conscious about exposing my bra and kept adjusting the dress. Next time, I'll order size S.
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Red Mindy Dress
Leota
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Good fit, great print and comfortable
I normally wear a size 8/medium but I rented the large in this dress because it was the only size available. It's made of a stretchy material so the large fit just fine, although I think a medium would also fit. The dress length was at my knees and the dress was comfortable all day at work. The only negative about this dress is that it is a faux wrap and you can see where the top and bottom half of the dress were joined at midsection. This isn't a problem when the belt is sitting perfectly on top of the seam and covering it, but naturally, as you move around, the belt rides up on the dress and ends up sitting above the seam. This may not bother some people, but I don't have a flat stomach and whenever the belt moved up the dress, I felt like it looked like I had two waists - one where the seam was and the second where the belt was located...That being said, I think I would rent the dress again, but may try it in the medium to see how that fits.
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Printed Wrap Dress
Leota
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Well made dress but didn't fit
I initially ordered my regular size 8 but was informed by RTR a few days later that size 8 was no longer available. So to replace it, I decided to try the size 10. The size 10 was a bit big on me so I didn't end up wearing it and returned it right away. The dress is supposed to have a tailored fit, and I had some extra fabric around my hips and waist. I think the size 8 would fit me much better around the hips and waist. However, though the size 10 was a loose fit on me, it was a bit snug around the arms, so the size 8 may be tight around my arms. I was disappointed that the dress didn't fit me as it is a well made work dress but I think I'll try the size 8 whenever it becomes available.
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Black Trinu Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Beautiful necklace but needs just the right outfit to make it pop
This is a gorgeous necklace. I saw it in the RTR store when I went there to return some dresses that didn't fit. I couldn't find replacement dresses in the store so I picked up this necklace, even though I had no specific plans for it, because I had a few spots open in my RTR Unlimited account after I made the returns. I ended up wearing the necklace with a black blouse to brunch. While the necklace fit well and looked lovely, I don't think my outfit and the occasion were right for it. I felt like it was too dressy for my outfit and for a casual brunch with my girlfriends. As such, the necklace wasn't as versatile as I had hoped. I would rent it again for a dressier occasion or perhaps to wear with a nice all-white outfit.
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Byzantine Necklace
Ben-Amun
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Good looking and functional!
The zipper detail on the bag is goldish so it adds some interest to an otherwise simple black bag. The bag was perfect for the party; it held all my essentials - phone, keys, lipstick, powder, cards and cash - while still remaining sleek looking and not bulky. I would definitely rent again. I see that it comes in various other colors so I plan to try out one of the other colors in the future.
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Black Solid Leo Clutch
Rebecca Minkoff Accessories
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Accentuates curves but difficult to move around in!
This dress really hugs all the curves, which I didn't mind, but it may not be for you if you don't want to bring attention to all your curves. It was difficult to walk around in the dress because the material is thick and the dress hugs the knees and there's no slit in the dress to help with movement. I had to walk up some stairs a couple of times the night I wore the dress out and it was a challenge! In addition, the dress kept shifting/riding to one side as I moved such that the two lines that run down the front of the dress became off centered so I had to constantly tug at and shift the dress back to the front, which was annoying. To be fair, this shifting may have been caused by my shapewear shorts because I've experienced similar issues in the past when wearing tight dresses or dresses that have lining (the shapewear material may be too smooth). I'd highly recommend walking around your home for several minutes while wearing the dress with the same shapewear you plan to wear with it to your event to see if there will be any unexpected shifting of the dress and to see how comfortable you are walking in the dress!
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Black Bodycon Scuba Dress
ST by Olcay Gulsen
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Lovely, well made dress but was too tight
I rented this through RTR Unlimited as a possible option for a reception. The dress is well made but it runs small and did not fit me. I usually wear a size 8 but the size 10 I ordered did not fit at all. It was extremely tight around my waist and hips so I did not wear it to my event.
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Desta Sheath
Black Halo
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Cute dress but didn't fit me
I ordered this through RTR Unlimited as a possible option for a party. The dress was not a good fit on me (a bit snug) so I did not wear it.
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Black Melange Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C
Cute dress but didn't fit me
I rented this through RTR Unlimited as a possible option for a party. I usually wear size 8 but only size 10 was available so I ordered it but it was a bit big on me. It was loose all around and a little longer that I was looking for so I did not wear it. A size 8 probably would have been a better fit.
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Gabriella Apot Dress
Rebecca Vallance
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust: 36C