Leslie's Reviews
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23 reviews
Cute twist on standard crop jean
High waist was comfy for all-day sightseeing, and leather cutouts felt more special than standard crop pants. I would buy for daily wear if it weren't for the price tag.
Ruby High Rise Crop Jeans
J BRAND
Size Worn: 30
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 38C
Want to Buy!
Love the bright color, thick/structured fabric and cut of these pants. Length was perfect -- I'm 5'5" and they just grazed the floor. Fit true to size, but they get looser throughout the day. Consider sizing down for backup size. Lots of compliments from co-workers. May end up buying these.
Red Flared Pants
MSGM
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Initial Thoughts - Bra Problems
After trying on for the first time...super cute pattern with flattering cut. Fabric is thicker and silkier than I expected. Not fitted around waist, so plenty of room to breathe. Bra of any sort will be seen due to low-cut arm holes (they cut down to slight v-shape), keyhole in back and thin-cut neck. Cute bralette (or no bra for the blessed) may work best. All said, I'm excited to wear it out!
Llama Printed Lima Top
GALVAN
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Comically Huge
Rented 2 sizes down and still too large to wear to work. I'm also just not that cool to pull off the oversized look. Otherwise, great material and color. For reference, I typically wear size 10 in dresses.
Navy Oversize Coat
Jil Sander Navy
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Classic and Flattering
Great, flattering fit. I was worried about it being too see-through since it's winter white, but it was not at all. Wore it to out-of-town work meetings, and I ended up buying it! Bonus - didn't wrinkle much on the 4-hour flight home!
Skinny Tie Ivory Crepe Shift
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Cute and Flattering
Loved this dress -- flattering fit and uber comfortable with pockets. Wore with a cardigan, tights and booties to work and charity check presentation. Was quite short (mid-thigh on my 5'5" frame), so would have been uncomfortable without the black tights. Looser fit so recommend sizing down for backup size. For reference, I typically wear 8/10 in tops and 10 in dresses.
Black Multi Floral Dress
RED Valentino
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Not what I expected - no give
Cute top for going out, but overall it was not what I expected. Knit had large weave which made it difficult to find something that looked decent to layer over top of it for work. Rest of the fabric had absolutely no give, so it was tighter than expected. Would be great to wear for a night out or in weather that doesn't need sleeves. For reference, I typically wear 8/10 in tops and 10 in dresses -- I ordered the M.
Onyx Knit Turtleneck
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
No give but cute enough to buy
I'm not cool enough to wear these pants, but fell in love with them anyway. They fit pretty true to size, but the fabric has no give so felt tight halfway through the work day. Tons of compliments. Ended up buying them!
Gray Wide Leg Pants
Tara Jarmon
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Love this blazer!
Great fitting blazer. Lays well and is effortlessly chic. The shimmery thread and white accents were less flashy than I expected, so it was nice enough to wear to work with a white button-down and navy pants. Wool fabric is perfect for cooler fall or winter days.
Volly Bi Blazer
Zadig & Voltaire
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Cute and simple but runs LARGE
Always looking for dresses with sleeves to wear to work. Pop of color was nice. Fabric is somewhat structured. Unfortunately, size was way too big - ordered size 46/L and usually wear 8 in tops and 10 in dresses. I will try the next size down...maybe 2 sizes.
Celeste Printed Dress
Marni
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Great color but runs large
Slightly odd cut that runs large in arms, but heavy fabric is flattering. Love the idea of this shirt, so I may size down in the future to see if it works better. Usually wear size 8/10 in tops.
Red Ruffle Crepe Top
MSGM
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Jury's Still Out
Mixed feelings about this blazer. Fabric and cut are dressy and fashion-forward, but it fit a bit large. I maybe should have tried a size down -- if helpful, I usually wear 8-10 in tops.
Cynthia Jacket
Waverly Grey
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Cute & Cozy
Love this coat! Flattering fit and warm enough for cold winter days. Great color with a slightly pink hue in person. Wear dressy or casual. Will definitely rent again.
Natural Wide Cuff Coat
Tara Jarmon
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Great Top
Flattering top that can be worn by itself or under a jacket or cardigan. Can be dressed up or down. Ordered for work meeting but ended up wearing it to a show. Keyhole can be a bit revealing (although the ties help hide everything), so I wore a black tank top underneath. Usually wear 8-10 and the 46 fit comfortably.
Handkerchief Blouse
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust: 38C
Basic but Huge
Basic one-button, black jacket, but I was unable to wear it because it was huge! It looked like I was trying to wear a man's jacket -- I was dwarfed by it and the sleeves came to my fingertips. I'm usually a Medium in tops and 10 in blazers, so I ordered the L to be on the safe side.
Sophia Zip Blazer
Greylin
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Great Holiday Party Dress
Thick fabric is flattering and best for cold/cool weather. Beware -- there is sparkle in the thread, so too dressy for a normal work meeting but great for a holiday party. I ordered the 12 but should have tried the 10, as the arm holes on the 12 were a bit too big and it grazed my knees (I'm 5'5"). The stitching is a bronze/brown color which I was unsure about when ordering, but it seemed to work in person.
Aria Tweed Dress
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 10
Simple, Flattering and Comfy
Comfy and flattering top. Wide, boxy cut drapes well. Easy to wear.
Grayson Top
LIKELY
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Beautiful but Tight Peplum = Tutu
Beautiful top but tight around ribcage so peplum flared out and looked silly on me. May try a size 12 in the future.
Black Lace Peplum Top
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Cute & Comfy but Not For Me
I did not end up wearing this one. Comfy...loved the pockets (helped hide the post-baby bod), but it fit a bit baggy in the back of the legs. More than anything, the strings on the back gave me some major back fat rolls. Length was good since leg is tapered - I'm 5'5" and it came to the top of my foot.
The Shona Jumpsuit
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 10
Seinfeld Puffy Shirt , Anyone?
Beautiful details on the shirt, but the sleeves were way puffier than expected. Slit in front went pretty low, so figuring out how to keep the girls hidden was more effort than I could muster. This one didn't leave the house, but I considered wearing it to work under a cardigan (to tame the sleeves).
Stella Top
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Polished but Not In Love With It
Nice sweater/jacket but more matronly than expected. Fit was boxy which made it seem a tad large.
Rosalie Coat
Tory Burch
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 10
Nice LBD Alternative
Rented for work but ended up wearing to a funeral. Lots of compliments on the color. Nice alternative to the typical black dress. Wore with black tights, and would have felt self-conscious without them due to the side slits. Stiff fabric is flattering but gaped a bit in the arm area. Would have liked to try one size down - typically wear a 10. Plenty of pockets, but not sure I have a need for boob pockets. The others came in handy for tissues and my phone.
Dexter Shift Dress
Carven
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 10
Cute and Comfy
Rented this for daytime office holiday party - dressy but comfortable. Got the Large but the Medium would have probably worked well. Usually wear 8/10 in tops. Boxy fit was flattering and forgiving. Buttons down the back are too cute. Lots of compliments. I would definitely rent it again!
Green Frayda Top
Joie
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 10