Lauren's Reviews
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Perfect for New Orleans
Very generously sized but that's ok because it's supposed to be oversized I think. Loved it and perfect for a bachelorette in New Orleans
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Multi Stripe Shirtdress
MDS Stripes
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
Fun and comfortable dress, but runs large
I wore this dress to an indoor concert and it was very comfortable. The off shoulder sleeves didn't ride up like they typically tend to, which I appreciated. I could have definitely ordered a size 8 though or maybe even a 6 (although it may be too short then). The mid section was very baggy, but I belted and slouched it, so I ended up making it work.
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Minella Off Shoulder Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
Got many compliments
I wrote this top to brunch with white jeans and got lots of compliments. I could have fit into an 8 or maybe even a 6, but I was weary of Tory's clothes running small. I would say that if you have a bigger chest (I don't - I am normal B or very small C), you may want to size up because of the top.
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Tiered Ruffle Garden Party Top
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
Material seemed nice, but too small
This wouldn't even fit over my hips and I usually can wear a M or even S in maxis. Runs very small. I wish it had fit because the material and neckline were really nice!
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Blue Juliette Maxi Dress
Saylor
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
Lots of compliments. Waist is TIGHT
Got lots of compliments on this dress, but I won't lie - it was difficult to breathe in :) I got a size 6L and it was very tight on my rib cage. It was the only size option at the RTR store in DC so I decided to suck it up but an 8 would've been much more comfortable. Overall, loved the dress and so did many of the other wedding guests (well, girls. The guys didn't understand the high/low full skirt).
Silver Metallic Emerson Gown
MASON HOSKER
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust: 36C
Liked this but not obsessed
This dress was pretty enough. I wasn't obsessed with it but it fit pretty well (was a little tight in the butt though) and was good for a wedding. It was a good length on me and I paired it with black tights.
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Portrait of Elegance Shift
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
loved this but could've used the LONG one
I loved this dress and got lots of compliments. However, I am 5ft 9 inches and the R was a little short, esp with heels. RTR was out of the 6L so I had to go with the 6R. It still worked okay, but the L would've been ideal.
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Light My Fire Gown
Calvin Klein Collection
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
sequins were a mess, not too flattering
In theory and on the model, this dress is great. However, when I received it, the sequins were a mess-- I think this one needs to be retired from RTR. Also, it was not that flattering at the dress just hung on me and didn't do much for my body.
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Clarice Gold Sequin Gown
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
bad, bad, bad
This dress looked cute on my friend that rented it, so I thought I would give it a shot. You need to be stick straight to wear this dress, which I am not. It clung to every curve and not in a good way. Also, the L (long) was definitely not long. With heels on, it didn't even touch the ground.
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Studded Jersey Cutout Gown
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: 8L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
runs small, cool back
I thought this dress ran small... I typically wear a 4, 6, or 8 in dresses (depending on the fit) and the 8 even clung to my butt/thighs too much. Not impressed by the dress really.
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Pirallahi Island Gown
Calvin Klein Collection
Size Worn: 44L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
runs large/long size is very long
I didn't end up wearing this but it was one of my options. I liked it but I kind of felt like I was a contestant on the Bachelor in it- it just wasn't me. The 4L was almost too long on me (with 4 inch heels on) and I am 5 ft 9 inches tall. Pretty dress but just not me!
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Keyhole Goddess Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
I didn't end up wearing it.
I didn't end up wearing this-- I rented it for a trip to Las Vegas but it didnt fit right. I am smaller on top than on the bottom so the 8 was way too big on the top and through the waist but fit fine on the bottom. It just looked strange so I returned it for a credit.
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All For You Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
way too big
I rented a size 6 and an 8 but the 6 wasn't available for me anymore, so I was just sent the 8... which was huge! Definitely get a size smaller than you usually would, especially if you are smaller in the waist.
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Coral Paradise Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
flattering 1 strap
I was sent this dress because another one I ordered was not back from a previous renter. I hated the belt- it looked like a karate belt- but otherwise I loved the dress. I ended up not wearing it but I really did like it (minus the belt). True to size and almost to my knee.
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Quite Charming Dress
Martin Grant
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
This necklace was the perfect compliment to the TIBI Chatterbox maxi dress. It was the perfect length as well and wasn't too heavy.
loved this statement necklace. it looked great with the Tibi Chatterbox maxi dress. its pretty light and a perfect length to wear with something that has a semi high neck.
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Golden Petal Necklace
Tuleste Market
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
This dress was perfect for a summer wedding in Newport, RI. The material was very light and the open back made it stand out. I got compliments all night.
I loved this dress. Although I am 5 ft 9 inches, somehow the regular worked even with heels. I probably could have gone with the 4R but the 6R worked. Love it and I got so many compliments all night long!
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Chatterbox Maxi
Tibi
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
really pretty dress but do NOT get this if you are pear shaped. the top was way too big and the bottom was too tight... I wish it would've fit because the print is so pretty.
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This dress was a perfect pick for this rehearsal dinner on the water.
I loved this dress but it ran very big. I usually wear an 6/8 depending on how tight the dress is in the hips/legs but the 8 was huge- I could have worn a size 6 for sure. I loved it though, just order smaller than you usually would!
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Hampton Harbor Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
loose on top, tight on bottom
if you are hourglass shaped, don't get this dress! it was very loose on the top and tight on the bottom. it doesnt help that the material has no stretch and has a weird sheen to it. i wanted to love it because of the cute back but i couldnt.
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Color Burst Plumeria Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
too big on top/small on bottom
really pretty dress but do NOT get this if you have a butt. the top was way too big and the bottom was too tight... I wish it would've fit because the print is so pretty.
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Coral Ikat Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
perfect preppy dress for the event/venue/weather
I loved this dress but the waist was big. I usually wear a 6 or 8 in dresses and got an 8 in this dress. However, the 8 was too big and I could have used a size 6. The arm holes were a bit small though... not sure if that is the fit/cut of the dress or what.
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Lemon Sorbet Dress
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
loved the leather back
i loved the leather racerback- that was my favorite part of this dress. again, because of my shape, it was loose on the top and tight on the bottom so I ended up not wearing it which I was really disappointed about!
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Leather Back Draped Dress
Yigal Azrouël
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
loved this dress
i especially loves the sleeve detail. no stretch but really cute.
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Fashion Fantasy Dress
Matthew Williamson
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C
tight
This dress was really tight on the bottom. I wanted to love it but just didnt.
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Bondage Exit Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 36C