Amanda's Reviews
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16 reviews
Love everything about this dress
Have rented multiple times and loved it. The removable tie sash lets you customize how it fits, and it worked well both when I was just wearing it to work (previous rental) and over a 3rd trimester baby bump. One of my favorites I've rented!
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Cecelia Dress
Veronica Beard
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
Stunning fabric, runs large
I adored the fabric (and have been eyeing this dress since it was previewed on the TT instagram) but found that I had to pin the straps to be noteabley shorter and still had a huge gap in the back of the dress with extra fabric. Typically TT dresses fit me really well, but this one just seemed oversized. That didn't stop me from wearing it a few times (the fabric is gorgeous and the full skirt is delightful) but only with a jacket or cardigan layered on top. It is bump friendly (wore it late second trimester in my usual size) because of the waist being on the high side. I actually ordered two sizes in my unlimited subscription thinking I may need to size up due to the lack of stretch in the fabric, but was absolutely swimming in a size up.
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Gia Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
Flowy perfection
I held onto this dress in my unlimited subscription for a month when I was a couple months postpartum. Flowy empire waist was flattering and the tie in the front made it possible to breastfeed in!
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Dulce Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
Striking long jacket for work
Love the look and shape of this jacket, but thankful I picked it up in store - I'm usually a 14/16 dress size, and am currently 7 months pregnant. The size 10 (!) fit wonderfully and still zips over my belly. Love this piece, but size down at least 2-3 sizes.
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Grey Puff Sleeve Coat
Osman
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
Endless compliments
Favorite dress I've ever rented - from the flounce and flow of the high-low skirt to the bold blue colors to the pockets, this dress would get 10 stars out of 5 if I was allowed to rank that way. I got endless compliments at the wedding we attended, and from complete strangers as I walked by while we were traveling around MKE taking photos with the wedding party. The bodice definitely fits snug - I usually wear a 14 or 16 in dresses, and ended up wearing the 18R which fit wonderfully. For reference, I wore 3" heels and the back of the dress just barely brushed the ground.
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Cobalt High Low Gown
LM Collection
Size Worn: 18R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
Flattering AND comfortable
The color + neckline make this dress. I'm usually a bit self-conscious in these kinds of wiggle dresses, but this was incredibly flattering, with heavy enough fabric and a lining to smooth over bumps and a wonderful shape that is amazing if you've got curves. At 5'4" this was barely grazing the floor with 3 inch heels; the R length would likely be a bit short on taller ladies. One of my favorite rentals to date, with oodles of compliments!
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One Shoulder Gown
LM Collection
Size Worn: 16R
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
High quality lace top odd length
I wish I had rented the skirt that goes with this - nothing I had in my closet worked well with it as a bottom, so I didn't end up wearing it. The lace is of great quality though, and the neck adornment is lovely. The combination of black and bright navy is a personal favorite - I just wish I could have figured out something that worked with it.
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Clara Lace Top
Marchesa Voyage
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
Like an elegant princess
This tulle skirt made a meh Tuesday workday awesome, and made extra appearances for a memorial service and a birthday celebration (I had it as part of my Unlimited subscription and didn't ever want to return it). I have two other tulle skirts, and the best features of this one are: stretch in the waist, so that it's comfortable, soft tulle (not scratchy), and a great lining. The midi length is great with what's currently on trend and I loved it, but note that if you're on the shorter side like me, it will be a wee bit long on your - I would probably have it hemmed if I owned it.
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Windswept Skirt
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
Boxy and meh.
The color on this dress is stunning - I wish they stocked a 14 regular (or perhaps I needed a 12), since the 14W was huge on me - boxy up top and loose in the waist. I typically wear a 12 or sometimes a 14 dress size, and was swimming in this one.
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Blue Gradient Dress
Theia
Size Worn: 14W
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
Bright & bold blue florals
The bright floral print makes the dress particularly striking. The hem length was mid-calf on me (5'4"), but it was a fun length with the full skirt. Lots of compliments from strangers in Savannah and from friends looking at photos after our trip. The front is markedly low cut, so I wore a lace cami underneath. If you wanted something bolder, you'll need a low plunge bra to work with the neckline.
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Secret Garden Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
Striking in every way
I wore this to a wedding, but also wore it to work...to brunch...because it was stunning. The single color keeps it from being too bold to sneak in for a normal day and makes a great statement for a more formal event.
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Firework Necklace
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
Beautiful color, lacks structure
I was hoping to wear this for a wedding, but when it arrived the sizing seemed to run small - it fit, but wasn't flattering. Because the body of the dress is a sheath without any boning, seaming,, or other details, it's not the most flattering for curvier figures. Beautiful color though!
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Botanical Berry Sheath
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
Lovely, but didn't fit quite right.
The fabric on this dress is lovely, and I loved the bodice from the front. On my size 12 frame, the open back seemed really wide and wasn't terribly flattering, and the petite length was too short even for flats (surprising, since I'm only 5'4"). I'd recommend going with the regular length unless you're under 5'3". Also, definitely requires a slip - you can see right through the full length of the skirt.
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Crescent Wave Maxi
Issa
Size Worn: 12P
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust: 36C
So many compliments! Comfortable, distinctive & memorable.
The dress was perfect for a wedding (or probably for just about anything - dress it up for a wedding, dress it down with flats for brunch). I'm typically a consistent size 10, but ordered an 8 as my backup size and ended up wearing it instead. Both fit fine, but the 8 had a more tailored look while the 10 had more volume in the skirt, which would have been fine too. There is plenty of space through the hips (for comfortable sitting through a wedding ceremony) and the top is beautifully fitted and gives you the freedom to wear a normal bra. This is a rental I would definitely like to buy.
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Primary Lace Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
I was disappointed when the necklace didn't work well with the dress that I ordered (and ended up not wearing in the end), but the entire order was worth it to have the necklace. I've never had such a wide range of people, from a sales girl at a store, to a Minister of Health from an African country, to a guest at a wedding, tell me how much they loved this necklace!
This necklace was recommended to me to go with a Nanette Lepore dress (Waldorf Girl Sheath) that, while lovely, didn't quite work with the necklace. I was so glad to have rented though, since I wore the necklace three times - once for a large UNICEF event with a suit, once with a sundress for a cocktail party the weekend of the wedding, and once at the wedding with my own Nanette Lepore dress (you can rent it though - it's the "feel pretty" one, though I think the site only has it in plum). I have never received as many compliments on a piece of jewelry before. With the fun and distinctive color combination, you can wear it with almost anything. Now I just need to figure out if it'll ever end up in the RtR sale...
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Renaissance Statement Necklace
Kenneth Jay Lane
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C
Cute, but very bright
I ordered this dress for an outdoor wedding, and actually ended up not wearing it (though I did wear the necklace that I ordered for it which was a huge hit). The color, as other reviews have noted, is very bright, almost a highlighter orange color, which wouldn't have worked well in photos for the setting. If you're looking for a cute dress for an event, and are bold enough to wear the bright orange, it's stellar; if you're looking for something a bit more sultry, this probably isn't the one.
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Waldorf Girl Sheath
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 220lbs
Bust: 40C