C's Reviews
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Lovely colors, clasp would not stay shut, narrow shoulders
I wore this dress at 35 weeks pregnant. (Size L, 5'4", currently ~161 pounds, normally a size 8 dress and size 6 bottom.) It is a nice dress, though a bit tent-like in the third trimester. The shoulders were just right, so the stomach and hips are very, very generously cut. I got a few complements on the dress. Unfortunately, the neck clasp in the back would not stay shut for more than a few minutes.
Member Fit Notes
Double Stripe Shift
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 151lbs
Bust: 36B
Better in person
I agree with the other reviewers - this shirt looks nicer in person. The blue color in the patterns is not apparent in the picture, but it adds a nice color element when you wear the shirt. The bottom of the shirt is very loose and forgiving. Thanks to another reviewer - I am wearing this shirt at 29-30 weeks pregnant. There is certainly room to grow. It would also be flattering with a perfectly flat stomach, though. I am thinking about buying the shirt, but may wait until I stop changing sizes every week.
Member Fit Notes
Malone Blouse
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 151lbs
Bust: 36B
Comfortable, flattering dress
Wore this dress at 28 weeks (about 5'4", 157 pounds right now). The medium fit perfectly. The material is a nice heavyweight jersey with a small amount of stretch. The dress is easy and practical to wear - the 3/4 sleeves are forgiving on arm length, the neckline is appropriate for work, and the dress ends above the knee. It definitely highlights your bump. My coworkers finally figured out I was pregnant today. I do not think my belly can get much bigger without the dress becoming too tight.
Pan Am Maternity Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 151lbs
Bust: 36B
Soft material, beautiful plaid pattern
Loved the pattern on this dress - it looks nicer in person than in the picture. The dress is a heavy flannel-like material, making it a good choice for cooler weather. I wore it with black leggings and a black cardigan. Since I am 28 weeks pregnant, I went one size up (5'4", currently about 157 pounds, wore a size 10). The flaps on the side stayed slightly open, and I looked large in profile. (To be fair, my belly IS large.) Would love to try this dress normally.
Plaid Brynne Two Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 151lbs
Bust: 36B
Would look cute with a belt
The other reviews are spot-on. This dress runs a bit large and tent-ish. I rented it thinking that it might be ok for 25/26 weeks pregnant. It's still large - partner says it's a size too big still. Plenty of room still! Normally, it would be super cute if worn loosely with a belt, but unfortunately I just look huge with a belt right now. Wore with black leggings and a leather jacket.
Vintage Fleur Crepe Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 151lbs
Bust: 36B
Soft and comfortable sweater, otherwise unremarkable
This sweater is soft and comfortable. The waist / hips are very loose and forgiving. The bell sleeves get in the way of passing food around the table, but they are short enough not to disrupt other activities. The collar is a little narrow - getting my big head through without stretching the neck was a challenge. :) Overall, a good everyday piece but probably not worth renting again.
Gretchen Sweater
Paper Crown
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Flattering fit, sleeves that don't get in the way
Wore this for a job interview, and it was probably my favorite RTR rental yet. Hid a 20 week baby bump beautifully and was still flattering. Material is soft, and the sleeves are short enough that the bat wings do not interfere with eating or other daily activities. Will consider buying.
Reagan Top
DREW
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Loved this shirt
Wore this shirt 3 times for work. Fit well in M - I am 5'4", about 145 pounds. Hid a 19 week baby bump perfectly. The only criticism is that the sleeves felt a tad short, and I normally wear petite. Taller women may need to fold up the sleeves. Also, the front was a little short for my liking, but that may be because my stomach is getting larger.
Black Polka Dot Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Comically large - size down
I was really looking forward to wearing this shirt, but it is gigantic. I usually wear a size 8, 5'4", currently about 148 lbs at 20 weeks pregnant. I wanted a loose shirt to hide the baby bump at work. The size M was huge - it looked at least 1, maybe 2 sizes too large, especially compared to the (perfectly fitted) Trina Turk wrap shirt I just rented in M last week. The bottom of the V neck fell below my bra strap, and I could not get the neckline to look right no matter the adjustment. Sent back without wearing. The pattern and material are beautiful. Would consider renting again in a smaller size.
Floral Chavez Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Lovely dress in the front, back poofs out
I really wanted to wear this dress. The pattern is beautiful, and I love the style. Size 2 is a snug but comfortable fit around the chest (36 B). The dress looks great from the front, but there is too much material in the back, that ends up sticking out past my butt. It's not a good look on a dress. I can't get rid of this back poof no matter how I adjust the waist. I tried pulling the dress down, and scooting the band up to create a poof around the front. Neither worked, as the fit model for this dress must have terrible posture.
Agathe Dress
ba&sh
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Tight across the shoulders
Nice, flattering cut that hides a small belly (17 week baby bump). It emphasizes the waist, which I appreciated. The bell sleeves got in the way all day, so it would be a challenge to keep them clean over time. The chest was just right for me (36B), but the shoulders were too narrow and the neckline did not fall quite right. I have broader shoulders than average.
Black Front Ruffle Top
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Super cute
The dress is super cute, wore it with black leggings. Straight cut, loose on the hips, and hides a small baby bump. I wore the dress twice, even though the armpits smelled.
Red Floral Button Dress
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B
Forgiving cut
The cut is very forgiving for a small baby bump. I did not wear the included black tank and opted to wear my own camisole. Pairs nicely with dark pants or jeans. Comfortable, but I did not live the pattern in person.
Floral Smocked Cuff Top
Fuzzi
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36B