Lisa's Reviews
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Unforgiving Fit
I actually saw another woman at the same event in this dress and she looked gorgeous in it but it just did not work for me. The dropped seamline between the bodice and the skirt cut right beneath my belly and caused it to bulge out no matter what undergarments I tried. I had selected it as a back-up dress and ordered it in my usual size. It definitely ran small, so going up a size might have helped but I just don't think it's a flattering cut for an hourglass figure.
Shuvee Gown
Cooper Street
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Great Dancing Dress
This dress is just beautiful, the pictures did not do it justice. It is so well tailored and the fabric has a great weight and drape to it. It is very sexy yet extremely flattering and comfortable. It has a little high/low hem to the side which made it really easy to walk in; plus it has a great swish and twirl effect in the dance floor! Not only does it work with a regular bra, but it also has those snaps to connect your bra straps to the dress so you aren't adjusting all night. I'm 5'1" and the length was absolutely perfect with a 4" heel.
Black Ruffle Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 1"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Pretty Party Dress
This dress runs very large. I'm usually a medium but based on other reviews, I rented the small with XS as backup and wore the XS. It is pictured with a belt but neither size came with one. The lace overlay is sheer enough to see the silhouette of the form fitting black lining underneath so you could just wear it loose but it's much more flattering cinched in. I made do with a piece of black ribbon. The dress was very comfortable and pretty; a perfect little pop of red for a holiday party. It didn't require any creative undergarments, just a regular strapless bra.
Red Lace Dress
Alexia Admor
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Colorful and classy
This dress is a gorgeous pop of color! The fabric is a beautiful heavy weight tapestry. It was very comfortable, has pockets and really shows off your legs. Size appropriately based on your hips since it is a boxy shape, it needs to be able to hang comfortably, otherwise it would probably ride up and look bulky.
Pink Floral Ruffle Shift
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 32DDD/E
Bold black gown
This was a back up option and I loved the other dress so I didn't wear this one. I was relieved that the length was perfect although the 6 was very snug. If I rent it again, I would get an 8R. It is a nice thick stretchy fabric so it's pretty forgiving but the cut out back will definitely reveal any bulges if that's a concern. I also think it would be nearly impossible to zip it up by yourself.
Back Out Gown
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34D
Sleek & Sexy LBD
This dress is spectacular! Very sophisticated, sexy and shockingly comfortable! I'm a 32DDD and thanks to the structure and adjustability of the dress and straps, I did not need a bra. I would rent this one again in a heartbeat!
Crossed Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34D
A Fabulous LBD!
This is a perfect LBD! A pretty lace neckline and ruffle detail plus a cute keyhole back make it a little flirty without being overtly sexy. Could be easily dressed up or down for a wide variety of occasions; I would definitely rent this again. The fabric is an unlined heavy stretch cotton jersey which made it very comfortable to wear, even on a hot afternoon. There aren't any hard to reach zippers to wrestle with, it just slips over your head and buttons behind the neck. A demi bra with wide set straps hides perfectly underneath it.
Illusion Lace Dress
Free People
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34D
Great Girls Night Out or Date Night top
This fit true to size and was very flattering and comfortable. The sleeves were a little long for me but the cuffs are buttoned so it just ballooned at the wrist so it was't an issue. A fun piece for a sassy casual night out.
Animal Print Roland Blouse
Parker
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Fun statement necklace
This was a fun statement necklace. I wore it with the Joie Paisley blouse from RTR since it didn't work well with the neckline of the dress I had intended to wear it with (the dress had a more orange tone of red in it and this necklace is more of a berry color).
Burgundy Harlow Necklace
Kendra Scott
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Lovely but large!
This was a great flowy top to pair with jeans. The fabric is beautiful and not too sheer. However, it is huge! Since it is meant to be a flowy style, I wore it anyway and got lots of compliments. Still, I felt like I was swimming in it and had to wear a tank top under it since it gapped so much at the cleavage. I would rent this again but would get a medium (maybe even a small) and just wear a dark bra.
Indigo Paisley Top
Joie
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D
Curve hugging lovely lace!
The color and neckline of this dress were gorgeous! So elegant and sexy for a black tie New Years Eve party! The dress does indeed run very short which was perfect for me. I wore a 12R and it was the ideal length to wear with 1" kitten heels. It is very forgiving and hugs every curve; however, it does not hold you in at all, so definitely plan on some shape wear if you have any curves you'd rather not flaunt. I loved that it was super stretchy and comfortable ~ perfect for dancing the night away!
Purple Horizon Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 175lbs
Bust: 36D