Claudine's Reviews
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Lots of compliments on both the color and fit!
Rented for a charity event. It's not my usual color - I tend to gravitate more towards reds and yellows but this was a beautiful vibrant blue green. Straps could have been a bit shorter but other than that, it was very comfortable and just the right amount of revealing.
Meeka Sheath
Parker
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Very flattering 70s inspired gown
Perfect amount of sparkle, retro cut. It stood out among the other gowns at the event but wasn't over the top.
Elvira Gown
HALSTON
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect fall sweater!
Rented for a casual weekend in Michigan. Comfortable sweater, fun colors!
Striped Ruffle Sweater
MSGM
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful color and fabric!
Fits true to size. I was specifically impressed with the fit around the top of my chest - no bulges but also the dress didn't slip down.
Purple Embroidered Cady Dress
David Meister
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect fit and comfortable!
Stretchy material gives this dress the perfect fit. I wore a size up from what I normally wear because that's what was available but it didn't matter. Heavy material too so no spanx or bra needed.
Red Bow Shoulder Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 44R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Lots of compliments!
Loved the color of this dress! Wore it with Alexis Bittar Black Cherry Dagger Earrings - color was a perfect match.
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Plum Brooklyn Gown
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Very flattering and comfortable fit!
Fabric is heavy and has lots of stretch. Beautiful lace detailing.
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Black Nasira Gown
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for the theme - Gilded!
Rented for a Halloween Art Deco themed party. Very comfortable and flattering fit!
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Gold Sequin Halter Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect fit!
Unique twist on the LBD!
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Modern Black Dress
Keepsake
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for a low key Christmas Eve at home!
Very comfortable fit. Subtle shimmer makes this dress festive but not over the top.
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Pleated Metallic Dress
Carven
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Unique, fashion forward style.
Fits looser than other pieces by the same designer. Very comfortable!
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Navy Side Drape Gown
Osman
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful fit and color!
Slightly stretchy fabric made the dress very comfortable. Wore to a night out at a private cigar club.
Venetian Red Sheath Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Very flattering and sexy fit but not over the top
I wore this to a Monday night performance at the opera. It was perfect - I felt dressed up but not over the top. Stretchy fabric made it very comfortable but still sexy and form fitting. Red color isn't as bright as in the photos but still a beautiful shade.
Chili Draped Cut Out Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
WOW
Sexy but not over the top. Very flattering fit.
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Black Ripple Keyhole Dress
David Koma
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for a casual Friday night with friends
Loose fit; comfortable. Great with jeans
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Embroidery Tiered Top
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Stylish and warm!
I think this jacket is very versatile style wise. I paired it with red accessories in the photo. Haven't returned it yet because I'm planning to pair it with all black for a more military look. The jacket was loose on me, I'm normally between a 4-6. I chose the 6 despite the reviews because I wanted to be able to layer under it. It was perfect for a casual night out ice skating with friends (we were outdoors for 2 hours and temps were in the high 20s), I just layered a warm wool turtleneck sweater underneath it.
Green Admiral Cropped Peacoat
Tibi
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Unusual cut and color. Loved it!
This dress does run very large as described in the other reviews. The 40 was large on me. I'm usually a 4-6. However it still looked great. Wore it to two holiday parties and received a lot of compliments on the color!
Red Spark Shift
Marni
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Wonderful fit! Will be renting from this designer again!
Wore this to several occasions. Very flattering and body conscious fit! I also love the color. There is some stretch to the fabric.
Deep Blue Trina Dress
ST by Olcay Gulsen
Size Worn: 36
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Very flattering, body conscious fit!
I am between a 4 and a 6, rented the 6 based on reviews. It fit perfectly! There is some stretch to the fabric which makes the dress comfortable. Very sexy fit!
Hout Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Loved the texture of this jacket - slightly distressed and unusual!
I rented this for everyday, and ended up shooting in it. Photo is attached. Detailing on this jacket is awesome. It has a distressed look but isn't over the top. There also is a bit of a sheen to the fabric. Perfect for fall or spring - it isn't that warm! Medium fit loosely on me, but I prefer jackets to fit that way.
Melanie Jacket
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Loved the print on this dress!
This dress fit loose, I would have preferred the 6 for a closer fit but it wasn't available. It still looked great though! Wore it to a casual party with Doc Martens, but I'd wear it with heels to a dressier event!
Victory Print Dress
Temperley London
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
One of the most versatile pieces I've rented!
I rented the M but should probably have gone with the S. I was thinking of layering a turtleneck underneath (rented during the winter in Chicago) but even with that the M was a bit large. It still looked great though! Wore it for everyday for numerous occasions
Belted Denim Dress
DEREK LAM
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Added a playful and colorful element to my wardrobe
This coat is perfect with jeans for casual occasions. I just had to return it when it got too cold to wear it. I will probably rent this again!
Cheval Peacoat
Tory Burch
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Comfortable everyday dress. Wore this several times!
I rented this for everyday during the holiday season. It was very comfortable, but because there are stretch panels on the side of the dress it was still form fitting. It paired well with knee high black boots and a simple black coat for numerous occasions. This is one of the rentals I kept the longest!
Plaid Godet Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect dress for the holidays!
Loved the unusual style of this dress! It was very fitted and flattering. Rented for Christmas parties and it was perfect!
Rust Nova Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Multiple compliments on the dress the night of the event and from photos!
I rented this for a New Year's Eve of the Eve black tie optional event. The cut and color made the dress stand out at a party with over 1,000 people in attendance. I am normally between a 4 and a 6. Only the 6 was available so I wore that. I had no issues with the dress sliding down, even if it was a strapless style. There is a sticky strip at the neckline that holds it in place. The one issue I had was I had to take my arms out of the sleeves to get a coat on. You can't lift your arms in this dress.
Navy Vanessa Gown
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful!
I wore this to a charity cocktail party. This dress really stands out - it's a very vibrant red, and the lace pattern and open back make it really unique.
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Cherry Lace Midi Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect dress for a holiday party
I wore this to an office holiday party. I was a bit overdressed but got a ton of compliments from everyone. The red is really vibrant and I thought the perfect shade for the holidays. The skirt has layers to it, so the dress holds its fit and flare shape beautifully. I rented the 6 because the 4 wasn't available. It was a bit looser than I liked for a strapless dress but did not feel like it was slipping down, etc.
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Mora Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for the holidays!
I wore this dress to a friend's holiday party. It stood out because it isn't in a traditional holiday color, but the fabric does have shimmer to it so it was definitely festive. Very form fitting and sexy without being over the top.
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Rose Gold Flower Press Sheath
Theia
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
This gown is stunning!
A stylist at RTR Chicago suggested this gown to me when the ones that were on my list weren't available. I would have never picked this gown out from the photos because it looks fairly plain and conservative from the front. It is also definitely more flattering in photos when taken at certain angles, so if you are getting a lot of photos taken you might want to figure that out in a mirror beforehand. Very loose and comfortable fit, the one fitted area is around the chest. You'll want your hair up for maximum effect!
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Cape Shoulder Toga Gown
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Very comfortable and flattering!
It's like a sweater dress but with an interesting pattern and flounce at the bottom. Nice weight to the material also, not too heavy or itchy.
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Zigzag Carey Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful metallic sheen that's not visible in the photos!
Material is a thick fabric that has a metallic sheen to it. This also makes the dress a bit stiff, so the bottom part holds its A-line shape. Paired it with silver platforms for a night at the opera.
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Wave Dress
Giambattista Valli
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Eye catching color!
I should have sized down in this dress, but it looked great despite the loose fit! Color is brighter and more eye catching than the photo. The material is fairly thick too, no worries on underwear lines showing through!
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Plum Smooth Drape Dress
Prabal Gurung
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Great paired with jeans for a casual weekend!
Color is less vibrant than in the photo, and the fabric actually has some texture to it, it's not smooth.
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Oceanic Cape
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Fun and flirty!
This is a very versatile dress. I wore it to afternoon tea, but this would also be totally appropriate for a cocktail party. The fabric has some shimmer to it but still appropriate for daytime wear. The top also has a rubber? strip that prevents the dress from slipping.
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Grace Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
This dress is a head turner.
Classic, minimalist black dress but the mesh gives the appearance of a daring cut. Very simple to wear - all you need are large earrings and shoes. It's also comfortable. No issues with anything slipping, underwear lines showing, etc. It's made of fairly thick fabric.
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Jennifer Column Gown
KAUFMANFRANCO
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Perfect for my birthday celebration!
The fabric is very thick and stretchy which makes the dress really comfortable. And it's beautifully cut - no spanx needed! The cutout details make the dress feel like a very low cut dress, but without being over the top.
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Samira Dress
Cushnie
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Fun dress for a casual Saturday night
The colors are a lot less vibrant than they are in the photo, but still a great dress! The dress has long flared sleeves that aren't that obvious in the photos here. My only complaint is that the fabric wrinkles - that's why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. May not be a great choice if you plan to do a lot of sitting.
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Mock Neck Floral Printed Dress
Suno
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
The bright color makes this dress stand out!
I rented this for opening night at Expo Chicago (art fair). It was perfect for the occasion. It was a head turner because of the color and pattern. It was also comfortable enough to walk around in for nearly 5 hours.
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Scribble Print Cross Back Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B
Beautiful cut and draping - very flattering!
This dress didn't look special on the hanger but fit beautifully! It was one of the most flattering dresses I have ever worn. I paired it with large gold Oscar de la Renta floral earrings for Opening Night at Lyric Opera.
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Black Lace Tyler Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 135lbs
Bust: 36B