Kelsey's Reviews
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18 reviews
Beautiful w/ One Modification
This dress is a stunner, so if you don't like attention (and compliments) I'd steer away! The fit was great but the shoulders slipped off a bit - I put together a chain of safety pins in the bathroom at the wedding and connected the two sides across the nape of my neck. It was hidden by my hair and securely locked everything in place for dancing all night, so I def recommend doing that! Otherwise, the fit was comfortable, although the waist was a little snug (if I had sized up, I would have been more concerned about a wardrobe malfunction). Happy I rented and wore it, but I wouldn't rent again.
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Valentino Floral Chiffon Gown
AMUR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Comfy Fall Piece
Wore this to lead a fireside chat at work and am obsessed - almost bought it. The fit is flattering but plenty of room to breathe, and you can dress it down (I did with sneakers) or up (with heels/booties). I threw a sweater over because the conference room we were in was pretty chilly, but otherwise the dress is perfect for a fall day.
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Ella Dress
XíRENA
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
So Comfortable & Easy to Style
The elastic back made this super comfortable, even though I would usually wear a M the S fit perfectly. It was warm enough for a fall day in New England, and paired with the boots it worked well even though it's a lighter colored dress. I have long arms so the sleeves didn't go all the way down, but they also looked fine slightly shorter. Would def recommend!
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Perle Vintage Floral Dress
Caballero
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Comfy & Flattering
The 6R fit but I went with the 8R for a little extra breathing/eating room. The dress is super comfy, very flexible and flattering with how the skirt drapes across the stomach. I found that it was a little hard to photograph to capture the details because it's all black, but overall it was easy to move in and dance in. I paired it with gold heels, gold purse and gold jewelry to add a little color.
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Drina Gown
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect Summer Black Tie Optional
Wore this to my cousin's wedding in the Adirondacks and it was perfect - the subtle gold sparkle throughout made me feel like a princess, and the overall fit was quite comfortable. It is long - I'm 5'8" and the dress was touching the floor when I changed into flats later into the night. Definitely recommend this dress though!
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Zahra Floral Gown
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Tons of Compliments but Odd Fit
I got a TON of compliments wearing this dress - I think people love the pop of color and the back is super fun. However, the drop waist can be a little odd if you aren't expecting it. I wore this to welcome drinks before a wedding and a sail cruise on a work trip, and it worked for both situations really well. The back straps make it adjustable which is nice, so the fit was fine.
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Tropical Floral Midi Dress
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Ultimately choose something else, but LOVED this!
I rented this to try on for NYE 2019 - I ended up going with a different romper, but loved this so much I felt it deserved a review so others would be encouraged to rent! The fabric is just stretchy enough where it's comfortable, but not loose. I loved the one-shoulder cut, which would provide a little extra warmth if worn in a colder environment but I don't think would be too hot for spring/fall.
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Ruby Jumpsuit
STYLESTALKER
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Perfect for everyday wear or a more formal event
I never wear dangles but figured I would give it a try with RTR (instead of spending $ on a pair that I'd never wear). These were perfect - dainty but sparkly, could be worn with hair up or down, and weren't heavy or touching my neck too much. Would highly recommend for any event!
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Gold Willow Earrings
Gorjana Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Sexy but appropriate for summer wedding
This dress fit well for a summertime wedding. Pros: loose fit, comfortable, easy to move in (aka dance), great color with a tan, don't need to wear a bra (I just wore pasties) but still makes the ladies look nice. Cons: wrinkles VERY easily (pic was taken before sitting down after steaming dress), straps are a little long so I was pulling up pretty regularly. Overall, loved how it photographed and I would probably rent again! I got a fake tan before which definitely looked better with the color.
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Rapture Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Super Comfortable & Easy to Wear
I wore this for a Derby-themed bridal shower, and it was perfect. The color looks a little different depending on the light, so I wouldn't wear this if you're trying to match something/someone. The fit is comfortable - not too tight, but still shows off curves. I was able to wear a strapless bra no problem. I loved the flow of the top, you can eat all you want and it won't show! Overall - loved the dress, and would rent again.
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Ruffle Night Dance Dress
Wish
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Comfortable & Classy for a Bridal Shower
This dress felt like magic when I put it on - the material is SUPER soft and flows perfectly, which means you can eat as much as you want while wearing it (always a plus!). The shoulder details made it more formal and covered enough that I didn't feel I needed to wear a cardigan/sweater over it. The length was perfect for me (I'm on the taller side), and could be worn with heels or flats. I absolutely loved this rental and will rent again for future events!
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Navy Daisy Midi Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Great warm-weather skirt for a casual office
This skirt is super cute - I was worried about walking, but the slit actually goes up to the bottom of the buttons so it makes it super easy to move without showing too much skin. It fit very comfortably, and was structured enough that it held in the tummy without being uncomfortable. The light colors allow for a lot of different matching to be done (from shirt to shoes) - I paired it with a white tank and brown flats. I 100% will rent again!
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Striped Button Skirt
Louna
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Deeeeep V makes it difficult to wear for work
Even with my small chest and lack of cleavage, the cut in this V-neck was still too deep for me to comfortably wear to work without a cami underneath. The sleeves are cute and the fabric feels really nice, but I ended up returning it without wearing it because I needed to swap out it out. If you're okay wearing a tank or cami underneath, then this is fine, but know that the V goes past your bra!
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Bees Knees Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Perfect for warm, casual work outfit
The sweater fit well - it was a little loose, but shorter so it wasn't slouchy/baggy. The colors were cute, and it paired well with jeans and gold sneakers (my office is very casual!). The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because it's a bit itchy/scratchy - definitely plan on wearing a shirt underneath. If you're someone who has a sensitive neck that turns red with scratchy sweaters - avoid this. The higher collar makes it hard to keep your neck protected.
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Kendall Sweater
Rebecca Minkoff
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Beautiful dress with amazing details!
I'm taller so I was worried about the length, but ended up wearing flats so it fit okay. If you're wearing heels - definitely get a L if you're over 5'6". I wore the bigger size because the 6R was a bit tight across my upper thighs (athletic body type) - it was okay, but I was definitely more comfortable in the 8R and it wasn't baggy at all. The detailing was beautiful, and I got the actual dress in the pics (not like some other reviews that had a bow in the front). Overall, this dress was perfect for me!
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Silver Embroidered Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Get ready to turn heads all night
This dress has a list of pros and cons that you should be aware of before renting. Pros: It's stunning. It photographs amazingly. The fit is good (see Cons for more info). The fabric is thick enough, and my stomach definitely felt flattened and tight. I did not wear boob tape. I'm 5'8" and the 10L was long enough for me with heels. It's great for smaller boobs - it is just tight enough that it gives some illusion of cleavage without being over the top. You can accessorize because it's simple - I wore a thin gold bodychain (you can barely see it in the picture) and a bold, red lip. Cons: Fit: This dress runs SMALL. I'm 5'8" and about 135 lbs and I wore the 10L. I usually wear a 4/6, and while I did fit into the 8L, the sleeves are SO tight that I went with the 10L just to be able to move my arms. This is NOT a dancing dress, the tightness of the sleeves makes it tough to dance and I was also constantly worried about a potential nip slip. The slit is in the back of the dress, which made it hard to walk in, especially on stairs. Overall takeaway: This dress worked great for the black tie optional wedding, and I got the bride's approval in advance to wear it given how low cut it is. The pictures came out great, and I felt sexy. I would not rent this again for a wedding because I really missed being able to dance, but this dress would be perfect for a more formal event that doesn't involve a lot of moving around. If you have a larger chest, I would not recommend this dress as it has no built-in support, but for us smaller ladies it actually gives a great illusion to some cleavage. ORDER A MUCH LARGER SIZE than you think.
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Black Mason Gown
Solace London
Size Worn: 10L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
Great light dress for summer event.
The 6 fit perfectly - it was form-fitting but still allowed for room to eat and dance. I ordered a size 4 and 6, luckily the size 6 fit because the 4 showed up completely stained and definitely not-wearable. I have a relatively big rib cage, but the 6 had no trouble zipping up and letting me move without issue. The bottom is so fun for dancing, and moves really well. I had to steam upon arrival, and you can see that it got wrinkly pretty quick (this picture was taken after a 20 min bus ride and ~40 min ceremony sitting).
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Ruffle Lemon Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C
This was for an outdoor art event in Seattle, and this dress had the perfect movement.
Definitely couldn't wear a bra with it, but a couple of band aids helps with any headlights. The dress fit perfectly, and had just the right amount of movement for the outdoor event. It's true to color, and looked great even on my paler skin tone.
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Coral Asymmetrical Wrap Dress
ELLIATT
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust: 34C