Emily's Reviews
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28 reviews
Lightweight and perfect for warm destination
This dress got a lot of mileage during the week I had it. Other reviewers noted how thin the fabric was, so I half expected it to be translucent, but I thought it was actually the perfect weight. I did wear a half slip under it so you couldn't see through it in the sun, but I didn't need to wear a bra, thanks to the pattern on top camouflaging anything that might have otherwise been visible. May rent this one again this summer!
Printed Smocked Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Good summertime option
I liked, but didn't love this dress. I think if I had filled out the top a little more, it might have been better, but on the other hand, those who are curvier might find it too low cut for work. I think this can go to the office with a tank or an evening out if you fill it out better than I did!
Bloom Print Wrap Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Pretty, but heavier fabric than expected
Pretty, but nothing spectacular. The fabric was heavier than I'd expected given the style. I wore it on a Sunday afternoon and it was nice for the day though.
Ivory Rose Floral Maxi
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Ladylike and fun for work
I typically go with size 6 for most of my rentals, but gambled and chose a 4 for this because it looked a little loose on the model. It fit perfectly, so if you bounce between sizes, go with the smaller one, unless you're larger up top than I am.
Coral Eyelet Midi Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Probably better for someone curvier
I worked this dress a few times, including on a couple long haul flights for vacation. It was super comfortable, but I thought the fabric folds that run up the middle of the front and back of the dress puckered weirdly. I think this dress would work better on someone whose curvier than I am or possibly someone pregnant, so the folds are smoothed out a bit. The dress is very long, so break out the tall shoes if you're shorter than I am, or rejoice if you're taller, since this hit the ground on me with flat shoes.
Island Stripe Vanessa Maxi
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful but too big
I think I would've loved this had I had the right size. I'm typically a 6, but sometimes a 4 and the 44 was far too big.
Embroidered Ruffle Dress
RED Valentino
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Form fitting, but forgiving
Fuzzi is quickly becoming a go to brand. I like the light fabric that has movement but is light. It didn't travel well and came out of the suitcase with wrinkles, but they came right out with some steam after I hung the dress up next to the shower. Easy peasy!
Black Floral Ruched Dress
Fuzzi
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Unique and fun blouse for a little variety
This was a fun top to wear. It was slim through the body and I think that's what made the voluminous sleeves work. I have a long torso, so I wore a higher waisted black pencil skirt with this.
Printed Waffle Ruched Blouse
Peter Pilotto
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Could've sized down on this one
Nice heavy knit, but shorter and larger than I was expecting based on prior DVF wrap dress experiences.
Cabernet Knit Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Could've sized down on this one
This dress might've been a winner had I gone with a smaller size. I had a couple extra inches of room that I didn't need up top.
Iris Print Anna Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Pull out your best undergarments for this one
This is a fun dress, but the knit fabric is unforgiving and will show every little thing under it. I was also afraid I would snag this on something, particularly the long skirt. Steer clear of Velcro and wood benches with this one!
Isabella Knit Dress
Temperley London
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 138lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun dress. Runs small
Got this dress for a work party and, even though other reviewers have noted it, I was still surprised at just how snug it was. The material is thick, so that was helpful, but any questions about whether I could wear this to work with a sweater or jacket went out the window when I found out just how snug this runs.
Contrast Hem Dress
Prabal Gurung x RTR
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
So pretty!
Another great rental that's made for movement. I felt very fancy and flowy walking around the office in this. I am not big up top, but wore a cami underneath so everything was covered. As other reviewers have said, the arms were tight. I probably would have done well with a 6 too, but it wasn't available.
Tianna Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
This would be a great dress for curvy gals
This dress is great for winter and I liked it, but I felt like it was too big up top, where I am not. I think this would be great for someone with a lot more t and a little more a than I've got.
Charcoal Flannel Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful skirt
I liked this skirt, but might've loved it had I gone with a size 4 instead of 6. The waist sat on the top of my hips instead of my waist, so it probably wasn't as flattering as it could've been.
Two Tone Marie Skirt
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
I LOVE this dress
I absolutely love this dress. In fact, I shouldn't be writing a positive review, which may put its future availability at risk. Warm dress, perfect for winter. The cutouts on the bottom go pretty far up, so I wore black tights and black half slip underneath so I didn't feel self conscious wearing this to work. Many compliments on this one.
Turtleneck Knit Midi Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Great dress, but not for a long torso
I would have bought this dress if it were a better fit for me. Unfortunately, the waist was an inch or two higher than where mine is thanks to my long torso. If you are of normal proportions, give it a go!
Blue Escape Dress
Keepsake
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Love it and will rent again!
Very sophisticated, but fun skirt. The top panel is a silk/satin which shows whatever is under it, including the bottom of my sweater! Not sure how anyone under 5'7" or so could wear it thought. It almost hit the floor when I had 3" heels on!
Cady Layered Skirt
Peter Pilotto
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Unique material and texture. Will rent again
Solid DVF choice. I think this fabric and weight is best for fall/winter. Wore it with a cami and slip underneath to prevent a total peep show when seated.
Checkered Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Runs big and not great for long torso
This dress is a nice fabric and weight, but the waist didn't hit me in the right spot with my long torso. Even if it did, it still runs large, so I don't think it would have been flattering. I can imagine this being a great dress for someone with curves.
Midi Long Sleeve Dress
RACHEL ROY COLLECTION
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Solid rental, but won't be a repeat
Stretchy and form fitting, while still work appropriate. The slit was wayyyy too high when I was seated, which makes me think this would be better for someone a bit shorter.
New Navy Ruched Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful dress that works in winter
Luckily this dress works for me, but there definitely wasn't any extra room in the band around the rib cage or bust. I think anyone with a larger bust would probably benefit from sizing up to an 8.
Vera Dress
SALONI
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
If you run cold, this dress is for you
I'm finding the DVF fit to be inconsistent, but went with a Med after reading reviews. I'm glad I did because it was a perfect fit. The knit is fairly heavy weight and warm. Loved the pattern.
Graphic Leandra Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun dress that works for office or dinner
This fit perfectly for me and worked really well for my long torso. I didn't realize the gold stripes were quite so sparkly (and sheer), so it would transition nicely to a dressier affair. The fabric isn't one I think I've worn before as it was stretchy but thinish.
Montauk Midi Dress
Cedric Charlier
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
No on fabric and fit
As other reviewers have mentioned, the fabric is quite sheer and I wasn't a fan. I have typically been a size 6 in DVF dresses, but could have used a 10 to get it to wrap properly. It went straight back to UPS.
Navy and Black Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Very unique
Fun camo pattern that I didn't realize had different textures. Didn't get a chance to wear this because it had a hole in the back seam, but would've worn it to the office or dinner. It was stretchy and form fitting. I may try again for a future swap.
Camo Drop Waist Dress
Yigal Azrouël
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
So so fit with a fun star pattern
This kind of worked, but was less than ideal for my long torso because the drop waist sat at my waist and not on my hips, which means the top didn't blouse as intended. Someone curvier with a normal torso length would do well with this. Definitely need a cami under it because of the opening.
Houndstooth Magnolia Dress
Equipment
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
This dress is made for movement
I wasn't sure about this one when I first tried it on, but the skirt moves beautifully when walking or going down stairs (my 5 y.o. told me I looked like Elsa in the castle). I have a long torso and this dress still worked because of the empire waist. Not sure whether the top would work for someone significantly more gifted in that area because there wasn't much extra room. Light fabric, so if you're always cold, it wouldn't be great for cooler weather.
Floral Evanna Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B