Leah's Reviews
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9 reviews
Easy statement jacket
This is such a versatile jacket. The fringe gives it something special without being over the top. I wore it with jeans and a white T.
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Tassel Showdown Jacket
House of Sunny
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 34D
Wish it Would Have Worked!
I rented this for a formal affair, it was actually sent as a backup since the size of my original order was damaged. However I was looking forward to wearing it equally. The material is on the thicker side (think scuba) and has a gorgeous iridescent texture/pattern. The waist and bust are fairly fitted. It's a little slim through the hips, and the skirt part underneath may have ridden up. Unfortunately, the zipper on the dress was damaged upon arrival, and I was unable to wear it. The zipper went up about 3/4 of the way (enough to get my hopes up) before somehow getting completely stuck. I had 3 friends try pulling it up/down, and getting it back on the track, but it just wouldn't go. It wasn't because it was too small or ill-fitting: the zipper was just broken. Customer service was very good at handling the issue, however it was lucky one of my friends had an extra gown for me to wear to the event, or else I would have been out of luck.
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Odyssey Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Great for Cocktail Party/Summer Gala
This dress is super gorgeous and classic Herve, however it is VERY low cut. If you are not comfortable showing cleavage or don't have a trustworthy plunging bra, do not rent this. There is some room for a normal bra underneath, but the bandages of the dress cut right through the center of each boob, making an awkward line through the chest area. I didn't wear a bra and instead used fashion tape to hold the dress in place. I loved it, but if you are on the chestier side, be warned that this isn't the easiest dress to pull off and requires a lot of fussing. The top was also a little stretched out, so I went with the small. The length was perfect, not too short but could be pulled down to just above the knee.
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Color of Love Sheath
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Great Dress for the Kentucky Derby
This dress is very cute, and the color is playful but flattering. It is fitted pretty tightly through the bust, but is flowy below the waist if you're considering sizing up or down. I didn't wear a bra given the racerback, but if you are on the busty-side you may want to consider not wearing a bra or sizing up so the chest fits. The only thing I did not like about the dress is the material is on the thick side. This did lend well to holding its shape, however I was outside in the sun all day which did get pretty toasty. If you are on the sweatier side, like myself, you may want to consider avoiding this for hot/outdoor events. I did begin to sweat through the dress towards the end of the day, super cute.
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Racer Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Very cute clutch!
This clutch is absolutely adorable. I was worried the Moschino logo on the front would make it look tacky, but it definitely does not. It's very chic. The only downfall is it is much smaller than I was expected. It was exactly the same size as my Samsung S3. Most newer phones are bigger than that and probably won't fit.
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Love Potion Clutch
Love Moschino Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect for Holiday Gala
This dress is definitely very elegant, although there were some issues with the fit. The upper part of the dress from the waist up has somewhat of a girdle on the inside you have to clip in (similar to the band of a bra). I like this feature because it accentuates the waist, however it does make it very tight. I found the hips to be more roomy than the bust. The 8 was too baggy all around, so I went with the 6 to get a tighter fit through the waist. This didn't leave any room for a bra, though I doubt I would have worn one anyway. The zipper was on the same side as the shoulder strap, which made it awkward to get in and out of, but once you're in, you're in! Another thing to note about this dress is it is VERY thick. I was surprised at how heavy it was and how much it weighed - so many layers of tulle! Luckily I live in Wisconsin, so sweating wasn't an issue. However I would not recommend this for warmer climates or summer events. I am 5'9" and wore the dress with flats. I had 3" heels I was planning to wear, however the 6L just wasn't long enough to do with heels.
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Tulle To Lace Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Contemporary but classic for charity gala.
This dress is very elegant, and the sheer/lace sections make it sexy without being too over the top. Note the lace detail isn't as sheer as it appears in the picture, there is a relatively thick nude lining behind it. I wore the 4L, because I wasn't able to get a 6L on time. The dress is very snug in the waist area and I probably would have worn the 6 had I gotten it, however it wasn't too big of an issue. Definitely no room for a bra if you are chestier, although I'm not sure if there is a bra that would work under this. I'm 5'9" and wore 3" heels, and the dress (in the long option) just barely skimmed the floor.
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Caia Pleated Gown
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect for Casual Wedding
The color on this dress is stunning. The silhouette is simple enough to accommodate the interesting pattern, and the darker shades in the center of the dress help accentuate the waistline. Like most Herves, it is super form fitting, but does loosen up somewhat as you wear it. I was able to get into the small, however with the length being slightly above the knee, it was too tight to walk in (without looking like a Barbie), so I went with the medium. Definitely no need for spanx, however I did wear a strapless bra as the neckline is rather open.
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Yacht Cruising Sheath
Hervé Léger
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful Dress, Didn't End Up Wearing It
I loved the idea of this dress, and it didn't look too terribly on. However, like some of the other reviewers says, the "arm flap" doesn't stay down and requires very crafty pinning, at the very least. When I read these reviews prior to renting, I assumed the "arm flap" was up towards the collar of the dress, but really it runs all the way down from the collar on the cut side to the hip on the sleeved side. I am very hourglassy, and unfortunately the extra fabric here completely eliminated my waistline and made the dress unflattering. I would suggest going a size down, or only wearing if you aren't as curvy. The long length was perfect for me: 5'9" with 3" heels.
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Keep Him Guessing Gown
Cut 25
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 34D