Shayne's Reviews
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11 reviews
Elegant dress that fits true to size
Wore this to my company holiday party and got lots of compliments. When I told one fellow guest that the dress was a rental, she asked if I had had it tailored because it fit me so well. 😄 It was quite comfortable and once I got my strapless bra situated in the right place so it didn’t show through the sheer fabric, I didn’t worry about it for the rest of the night.
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Velvet Dress
Maggy London
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Fun, comfortable dress
This dress is cute and comfy but definitely runs small. I usually wear a L and sized up to a XXL for a more comfortable fit. Thankfully the shoulder straps are adjustable, so the larger size didn’t cause any issues. I wore Boombas sticky inserts since even a strapless bra would have shown through the little cutout in the center of the bust area.
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Red Bianca Sweetheart Dress
Dress The Population
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Comfortable and eye-catching
Rented this dress for a gala dinner. It was comfortable and the color is absolutely stunning. I like the length, which hit just a bit below my knees (I'm 5'4").
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Collection Lace Sheath
Draper James
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Lovely dress but too big at the top
This dress is beautiful, and I was disappointed that it didn't fit. It was a little long, but not so long that I couldn't have worn it. But it was so big at the top that it was too low for my comfort at the bust and I would have had a hard time keeping the shoulder straps in place. So, short-waisted ladies beware! With that said, the fabric is gorgeous and surprisingly lightweight. And the dress has pockets, which is always awesome.
Floral Slate Ballgown
Theia
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Beautiful and comfortable dress
This dress was my backup style but I ended up wearing it because I loved it more than my original pick and because it fit a bit better. I have a big rib cage, which sometimes causes difficulty with strapless dresses. I sized up one size, and was glad that I did. The dress was a little loose at the top (I don't have a lot to fill out the bust) but the built-in bra helped keep everything snugly in place. We were attending a "boots and black tie" gala, so I liked that it was appropriately formal while still allowing me to show off my boots. I got so many compliments on the dress, and I was comfortable all night. And since it has pockets, I didn't even need to carry a purse. It was a little cool out, so I wore a pink pashmina, which was the perfect complement to the dress.
Lillianne Dress
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Comfortable dress in a gorgeous color!
I got so many compliments on this awesome red dress! It fits true to size, but I ended up wearing the 16 simply because the 14 was a bit shorter than I was comfortable with. I like that the slip is completely detached from the lace overlay so you can adjust the length of the slip to your desired length. Will definitely rent this one again!
Red Mod Lace Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Perfect for holiday party!
I loved this dress! It fit perfectly and ran true to size. I did have a little trouble hiding the very tops of my strapless bra cups under the illusion, but I managed to make it work. The dress was very comfortable and I like the color, though I felt like it was darker blue than how the dress looks online.
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Navy Illusion Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
V-Neck was WAY too low
This dress is pretty, has pockets (which I love), and generally comfortable, except at the neckline. The v-neck was cut so low that I would not have been comfortable wearing this dress. The lowest point of the V was about where the front-clasp of my everyday bra would be. Thankfully my backup style was a perfect fit and didn't expose too much!
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Emerald Natasha Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
Comfortable dress that looked great!
I got so many compliments on this dress! I have a big rib cage, and the bodice doesn't have much give to it, so I ended up wearing a 16, though I usually wear a 14 in my day-to-day clothes. I liked that the flesh-colored lining of the dress was heavy enough to give the dress some substance, but the outer layer was still light and playful. Also, I liked that I could wear a regular, strapless bra. Planning to rent this again for a holiday party!
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Black Brocade Cocktail Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 38B
I wore the dress to a fundraising gala. It was perfect for the occasion.
The dress was very comfortable and provided coverage in all the right places, but didn't look too matronly because of the opening in the back. I had to wear a backless, strapless bra, which was a first for me. It wasn't the most comfortable accessory, but it was manageable for the few hours that we were at the gala. The only downside to this dress was the zipper. Even when I was not wearing the dress, the zipper was problematic. Thankfully, I ordered a size up for my backup dress and was able to slip it over my head without unzipping it. Otherwise, I would have had to send my husband to the event without me.
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Green Golden Flower Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36B
This dress is beautiful, and I am disappointed that it didn't fit.
The color is described as lilac, but the dress was really somewhere between blue and purple. If I had been able to wear it, the dress would have stood out in a sea of black dresses. The primary reason I didn't wear the dress was because it was too tight in the arms, and the lace had no give. I am pear-shaped and it was a little tight across the hips also.
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Lilac Zarita Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36B