Melissa's Reviews
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Cute everyday skirt!
Wore this skirt for a day of wine tasting. Super comfortable, but it did run slightly small. I normally wear a 4, but the 6 fit me way better.
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Leopard Midi Skirt
Madewell
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect baby shower skirt
Really love this skirt! It fits really well and is very flattering. I always struggle with what to wear to baby showers, and this was really nice paired with a white bodysuit on a hot day.
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Davis Skirt
Rebecca Minkoff
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 32B
Birthday celebration dress date with a little lamb!
This was my annual birthday dress from RTR and it didn't disappoint. A few of the other reviewers mentioned the thick straps were a little unwieldy, but I didn't have any problems with it. Super comfortable. I wore the small and was able to go braless. Highly recommend!
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Printed Simone Dress
Maia Bergman
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 32B
Great pick for a chilly, fall wedding!
Excellent pick for a fall or winter wedding. It's nice to wear a dress where you don't have to worry about wearing a special bra or special underwear. Super comfortable but very flattering. Will probably be a tough fit for girls on the shorter side. I wore the 4R and running around in flat sandals, the bottom of the dress was dragging on the ground. This dress only worked with heels on. For reference, I'm 5'7".
Marilyn Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 137lbs
Bust: 32B
Comfortable but flattering! Size down!
I chose this dress because it looked pretty good on almost everyone who reviewed it which is always a good sign. Very conducive to dancing and was quite slimming. Like other reviewers said, the dress runs large. I would normally probably order a small and then a medium as backup, but ordered a small with an XS as backup. The XS actually fit my small chest perfectly, but was a touch tight around the hips, so I wore the small, which was a little loose at the chest but still looked great!
Floral Kaylene Dress
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32B
One of the few misses I've had on RTR
Order two sizes up if you want to wear this dress. It was so tiny and I looked so pregnant. The top and the bottom were great. The middle part was absolutely terrible. You would have to wear the tightest spanx and suck in all night.
Ellery Dress
LIKELY
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32B
Super flattering from all angles!
Got this sent as a backup dress because my original pick made me look pregnant. This dress is super flattering, but may not be a good fit for ladies with larger chests as I'm pretty flat and it just fit me perfectly. Received a ton of compliments and would highly recommend renting this one!
Habana Dress
Acler
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 32B
Awesome color, great fit!
Loved this dress! Was a little worried since I read some reviews it ran small, but I was able to fit into my usual size (4L) without any issues. I'm 5'7" and with 3 inch heels, the long was the perfect length. Didn't have to worry about the dress actually touching the floor. Spanx would definitely help, but in my opinion not entirely necessary since the fabric is thick enough to hold everything in. Got a lot of compliments!
Maroon Gianna Gown
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Fun pop of color
Loved the color on this clutch. As with other structured clutches, can be a bit tricky to close. Strap also came loose at one point, spilling all my contents to the ground. Overall it was fine and I'd recommend it to brighten up an outfit.
Orange Catalina Minaudiere
Inge Christopher
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Great choice for a holiday party!
Perfect fit! Opted to wear this jumpsuit instead of an LBD for my company's holiday party. Love the color and the straps. Material was very slimming and the length was just right. I have a longer torso so sometimes jumpsuits can be a problem for me, but this one wasn't an issue. Zipped up really easily. Unlike other jumpsuits I've worn in the past, I didn't need assistance putting this one on. Received a ton of compliments.
Nora Woven Jumpsuit
Adelyn Rae
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Awesome jumpsuit!
Really loved the way this jumpsuit looked. Comfort wise, it's pretty fitted around the ribcage so I found it difficult to zip up the 4 and went with the 6. I do have a longer torso, so the pant part was riding up my butt just a little, but I didn't notice it after a while. Be forewarned that the pant legs are REALLY long if you get the long instead of the regular. I usually always opt for long, but this time it felt like I needed to walk on stilts to avoid tripping. For reference, I'm 5'7" and was wearing 3.5 inch heels. Also had to avoid drinking too much because I didn't want to go through the pain of unzipping and undoing the belt. Not the most practical outfit, but that's a jumpsuit for you. Still looked pretty good and got a lot of compliments.
Kerra Jumpsuit
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Most beautiful dress I've ever worn
You MUST rent this dress. Fit perfectly and the length was just right. Very slimming as well. Beading detail was amazing. Best dress I've ever rented, bar none.
Navy Lace Ruffle Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Pockets were a winner!
I kept going back and forth on this dress prior to its arrival due to some of the different reviews, but it actually fit great! Because I'm extremely flat chested, the dress laid pretty flat up top and I had no issues with the V. I wore small sticky cutlets to fill it out a little, but could've gone without them. I would definitely rent if you have a small cup size (I'm a 32B). Anything bigger I feel would start to give the chest a droopy look and you might be in danger of flashing or spillover on the sides. Waistband is fitted and rather unforgiving, which is why I went with the 4R over the 2R. I'm 5'7" so I couldn't wear heels with this dress, but it was perfect since the reception was on grass and I didn't have to deal with sunken heels. I wore flat sandals and the dress just barely grazed the floor. It does look more purple in person than in the photos, But overall it was an amazing dress and a beautiful color. The wedding photographer came up to me and told me once she saw me put my hands in the dress pockets she had to know where she could find it!
Dayglo Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Great off the shoulder dress!
I wore this dress to a baby shower and it was perfect. It's pretty forgiving so no need to size up. The small fit me just fine. Length was a just a touch short for my taste for the small, probably a few inches above my knee. The length was perfect on the medium but the overall fit was a little baggy so I opted to size down. The elastic on the shoulders fit quite comfortably and didn't shift up or down too much. Altogether it was a well made off the shoulder dress. Material is cotton and on the thinner side so unless it's sunny out, you will be chilly.
Floral Callaway Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 32B
Loved the peach tones
Earrings went perfectly with the Yumi Kim Aurora dress I rented. Very pretty and not too heavy! Could be dressed up or dressed down.
Ivory Wild Earrings
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 147lbs
Bust: 32B
The perfect dress for a day spent in Napa!
I love this dress and would totally consider buying it! I rented this using my free PRO birthday rental for a day trip up to Napa and I have absolutely no regrets. It's a beautiful dress and very slimming despite the extra 15 pounds I've gained in the past year (post college has not been kind). Wore a small regular and fit perfectly. The dress might be on the long side for those that are a little shorter. I'm 5'7" and it just touched the floor with flat sandals on. For a while, I couldn't figure out how to tie it, but there's a small hole on the right side of the dress for you to loop one of the sashes through. Got tons of compliments at every winery I went to. You won't regret renting this one!
Aurora Maxi
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 147lbs
Bust: 32B
Bride's stylist said everything was on point
This was a very beautiful dress. Well made and very flattering. I got the 2L and 4L after reading reviews that the dress runs large. The 2L probably would have been fine but I wanted room to eat and am not a fan of the whole sausage casing look, so I went with the 4L. Do note the dress will definitely not seal everything in for you. I did have a mini food baby (blame it on the cheese puffs), but nothing too bad. Got many compliments and was perfect for a night time outdoor wedding, which is why I rented in the first place, for the sleeves. Ain't nobody tryna freeze at night. Also the boob area was just fine. Im very small chested so I got some sticky cutlets. Without them the chest area would have looked deflated. If you have a larger chest you can probably get away with wearing no bra. All in all I made a great choice! Will give myself a pat on the back for this one. RTR does it again!
Chakra Gown
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Matched my dinner ware!
Great clutch- it's actually a lot roomier than it looks. I could fit my iPhone 5, lipstick, credit card, ID, and a Rip Van Wafel (I was hungry) quite easily. Beautiful design, but a lot of the gold foil has rubbed off from repeated use. Still went perfectly with my dress though!
Corsica Scale Clutch
Inge Christopher
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Matched my dress and clutch perfectly
Great earrings - light and pretty
Mini Mosaic Drop Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
One of my favorite clutches
Would keep it if I could. Fit two full sets of keys, my iPhone, lipstick, credit cards. Very different handbag. Really love it.
Rhythmic Raffia Clutch
Rafé
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect set of earrings
Goes great with a little black dress
Jet Ombre Bacall Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Matched my pink mustache!
Very form fitting. Material is thick. You won't have to worry about the food baby making an appearance. RTR sent it to me as a backup - good choice!
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Pink Rose Sheath
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Great deal
Love not having to pay shipping and insurance. I can order as much as I want. Also great when I retroactively decide I want to add more accessories to my outfit.
RTR PRO
Rent the Runway PRO
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect size clutch
I typically lean towards Whiting and Davis clutches. They pair very well with many dresses - not overly glamorous but still nice. I could fit my iPhone, some tampons, Chapstick, lipstick, and my cards with some room to spare. It's a pretty malleable clutch so you can shove a lot into it.
Silver Mesh Glam Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Fabulous color
Great dress. But the other reviewers aren't kidding. If you are a little bigger around the waist I would not rent this. There is no give in the waist. The dress is also ridiculously long. Normally I always get a long size, but this one was dragging even with 3 inch heels (I'm 5'7"). I would suggest going with a regular unless you are super tall. This dress would have been even better if it was available in knee length. Overall I was pretty satisfied.
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Beach Pebble Gown
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Perfect accessory
Simple and elegant, went great with my dress. Was very excited to wear these!
Silver Southern Plantation Earrings
Nicole Miller Accessories
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
This clutch felt awesome in my hand. It was fun to tinker with.
This clutch was the perfect size for me. Just large enough to fit my iPhone, lipstick, a few credit cards, a makeup brush, and some tampons. However, it does get a little bit difficult to latch when you shove all those things in there. Beautiful clutch though and would definitely rent again.
Hollywood Boulevard Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B
Stranger on the street told me how fabulous I looked in my dress
This is a beautiful dress that is extremely form flattering. My only complaint would be that my dress was a little short. I'm 5'7" and usually wear a size 4, depending on the cut of the dress. Given this one was pretty snug around the hip/butt area I knew I would probably need a 6. I had ordered the 6L as my backup size but RTR contacted me and told me they didn't have it so I took my chances with the 6R. I ended up wearing the 6R instead of the 4L just because I wanted to be able to use the restroom without unzipping every time. I'm 5'7" and without shoes on the 6R just reached the ground. If you're taller than 5'6" you'll probably have to wear flats or the lowest heel you can find. Tulle got caught under my heel a few times but nothing drastic happened. All in all, loved the dress!
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Noir Timeless Love Gown
nha khanh
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 134lbs
Bust: 32B