Melissa's Reviews
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7 reviews
Beautiful detail; well placed-pattern
This dress looked so flattering on me but I ended up choosing a different style to wear due to the dress code. I would recommend this if you're on the fence about renting. The detailing of the pattern is a little more delicate in person than in the photographs, and I loved how it looked on my body-type. Would rent again if the occasion calls for it.
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Falling Petal Embroidered Sheath
David Meister
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 32D
So comfortable and great front coverage
I rented this for our engagement photo shoot on the beach. The fabric was so beautiful in the wind! Even though no bra can be worn, I had no issue with coverage, even in the direct sunlight. The fabric plus the print did a fantastic job hiding the girls; never had a "cold" moment showing through the dress and this I found to be extremely impressive given the windy atmosphere we were shooting in. The dress was comfortable and I liked the fit a lot. I felt so pretty in it and didn't need to adjust it the entire time, which is amazing considering it is backless. No tape was used- it is just that fabulous! I wish I didn't have to return it and would definitely rent it again.
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Flutter Far Away Maxi
Tibi
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 32D
READ the other reviews! Size tags are swapped!
After reading other reviews of this dress, I decided to order the Small and Medium because other reviewers had mentioned they believed the sizing tags were swapped: in other words, the dress labeled as the size Medium was actually the Small dress, and vice-versa. I can 100% corroborate with this experience, and it seems like RTR should be on top of changing this if more than one customer has experienced the same issue with this rental. I normally wear a size 2 (small) so I had to wear the Medium. In this case, the dress labeled as "Small" was much larger than the one labeled "Medium." That being said, the actual fit of the dress was much roomier than anticipated, and I wish that I had gone down a size. In my experience, most of the time an all-over lace has zero to very little stretch, and this was not the case with this dress. VERY stretchy/roomy which is a wonderful feature for dancing and post-dinner bloating and still looking great in pictures. I received a lot of compliments and the dress photographed great, despite the fact the it was a bit too big on me. I would rent this again if RTR can take care of that annoying mislabeled issue.
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Red Floral Lace Sheath
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 32D
Didn't want to return!
I rented this for my engagement photo shoot and the dress photographed nicely- for the most part. The sleeves were my favorite part. The fabric felt great on my skin, and even with the low neckline I was able to wear a regular bra. The dress is on the shorter side so be careful bending or sitting in it. I did not experience restriction in the arm/sleeves like other reviewers mentioned- however- it does bunch up around the shoulder when you raise your arms (noticed this in the photos; was not a bother in person).
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Blue Italian Nicole Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 32D
A fun dress to wear
I loved wearing this dress! It was rented for a black tie wedding in NYC. I received a lot of compliments and it was comfortable to dance in. I went braless and the fabric was thick enough to provide coverage, even against flash photography in the photobooth and in the sunlight. My only negative comment is that it doesn't photograph well from the side due to the high-low hemline, so photo posing was a bit awkward.

Black Emergent Dress
Bailey 44
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 113lbs
Bust: 32D
Chic, soft metallic; easy to carry
I really enjoyed the color of this clutch. It wasn't too gold or too silver- a perfect neutral metallic which gives it nice versatility. I was able to carry my iPhone 7, credit card/cash, and lipstick with enough room to keep the shoulder strap tucked inside (does not detach).

Gold Lizard Clutch
Sondra Roberts
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 113lbs
Bust: 32D
Luxe Summer Look
This dress was so comfortable! I wore this to my engagement party. The day was hot and humid but I was breezy and cool. I've never received more compliments about a dress. It was a huge hit and I felt so beautiful! The lining was perfect- it was not see through even in the bright sunlight or in photos when the sun went down. This dress does run large, as others have previously noted, due to the shift-like style. I'm just under 5'5" and wore the XS and the length was perfect for me.

White Cathy Dress
Parker
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 107lbs
Bust: 32D