Joanne's Reviews
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Great color, but tricky sleeves
Loved the color! Paired well with dark jeans and looked fun on Zoom meetings. It's an oversized, casual fit, with an open-ish weave so wear a neutral bra or tank under it. The sleeves were tricky... Exceptionally long and very wide at the cuff. I had to fold mine up by about 2-3 inches; I thought it still looked chic, but the knit is soft so the sleeves don't really stay folded. Probably won't rent again.
Long Sleeve Cable Knit Sweater
Love, Whit by Whitney Port
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Cute and soft but SO SHORT
Loved the fabric on this and the crisp light grey color. Be warned: it is SHORT. I'm 5'3" and the XL just touched the top of my waist. I wore a tank underneath it for practical purposes. Sadly, wouldn't rent again because it's too cropped for me.
Grey Pullover Sweater
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Great print and color palette and easy to wear. Another hit by Parker!
Loved the fabric and the pattern. Overall it has a billowy feel. The XXL was a bit oversized so next time I'd likely go with an XL. I wore a pink camisole under it (that coincidentally matched perfectly) because it was a little low cut for everyday daytime-wear. I wore it tucked into a pair of jeans for a casual look, but it can easily be more dressy if worn with a suit or skirt.
Sachi Blouse
Parker
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 38D
Pretty style but runs SMALL.
Super cute dress, but was way too small for me to wear... Was barely able to zip it and it was especially tight in the hips and butt. The chest was fitted but it could have worked if the skirt portion was larger. Fabric was great -- thick enough not to show every line.
Zalda Dress
Black Halo
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 38D
Cute print, but note that straps are not adjustable!
Loved the print, color, and fabric but two issues: the straps were not adjustable (too long for me) and the skirt portion ran small in the hips. I'm usually a 14/16 (and a 16 in other dresses by this designer), but the 18 was too tight on my hips. Plenty of room in the bust and waist, but probably not ideal for pear shapes.
Twist Waist Cami Flounce Mini Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 18
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 38D
Cute details! Crisp cotton summer dress with a flattering cut.
The waist is fitted and does not stretch but it makes for a casual hourglass cut and the rest of the dress (sleeves, bust, and skirt) is quite forgiving. I'm a 38D and the 16 fit my bust well, but I added a safety pin for a small gap between the snaps in the center of the top. (A common problem I have with button-downs.) The skirt portion of the dress is a-line, so forgiving and flattering for me. Length came above my knee, with the waist of the dress on my true waist. For someone taller, it may run a bit short.
Striped Tie Waist Shirt Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 195lbs
Bust: 38D
Big enough for a laptop, cool enough for dinner.
Straps have texture so they don't slide off your shoulder. For my large laptop and a bunch of other things. There's a magnetic close so it's not completely open, which is nice. Has a small zippered component inside. Leather is soft but the bag still holds its shape.
Sid East West Tote
AllSaints
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Comfortable, crisp, with style
Received this new with tags, so the jacket was in excellent condition. Crisp, cotton-y fabric. I wore it to work and received a few compliments, but I think the pattern's too much for me to buy or rent again. Fit is true to size but the sleeves are short -- they stopped just before my wrist and I'm only 5'3". Looked fine on me, and even better when pushed up, but might be a concern for a taller woman.
Baldwin Bomber
Rachel Rachel Roy
Size Worn: 0X
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Love the color and style, but too tight in the biceps.
Loved the color, pattern, and fabric. The upper part of the arms were too tight for me.
Oxford Velvet Top
YUMI KIM
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Pretty pattern, flattering cut, but the material is clingy.
It runs small because the fabric is very stretchy. Definitely size up and consider what you might wear underneath it. It went with a thin camisole (so that I wouldn't have to pin the wrap front) and control-top tights with tall boots. I got a ton of compliments at work, even though I felt it wasn't super flattering when I sat down.
Perfect Faux Wrap Dress
Leota
Size Worn: XXL
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Not flattering for all figures.
The peplum-inspired ruffle isn't flattering, especially in the back. The material doesn't have any stretch to it and I found it a bit tight in the arms/shoulders. The fur collar is removable, which is a nice flexibility.
Faux Fur Military Jacket
kate spade new york
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
So soft and comfortable!
It's true to size, maybe even a bit large. I'm busty and usually wear a 14. I probably could have gone down a size, but I liked the oversized look with slim fit jeans. Between that and the soft material, this top is a casual delight. Hearts are not generally my style, but I received so many compliments the day I wore this! The white hearts look like they're screenprinted on. Bonus: it arrived new with tags.
Scattered Hearts Sweatshirt
MONROW
Size Worn: 1X
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Runs SO small!!
Cute style but this top runs SMALL. I usually wear a 14 or XL (38D). I tend to wear my clothes more fitted vs boxy or relaxed. I ordered the 2X based on what I'd read in other reviews and it was SO tight in the chest, waist, and hips. I don't think going up a size would even make it loose enough for my comfort level. Also, no way you can wear a regular bra as the whole back is exposed.
Black Jilly Top
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Cute, fitted style, a little 80's inspired.
Cute style. It runs fairly true to size. Might be a little on the short side for some.
Carti Dress
Tanya Taylor
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Simple, plain, a little on the small size
Cute gathered cuffs. The pattern was very subtle. The chest and hips were a little small. No stretch in the fabric.
Polka Dot Ellie Dress
Sanctuary
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Great pattern! Straight fit.
The cut wasn't for me. Would be best for someone taller with a straighter, less curvy frame.
Red Floral Easy Shift
ELOQUII
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Weird cut, weird fit.
Beautiful fabric and print. But the fit was very odd. The waist is true to size, maybe a bit small. The rest of the blouse was too big and too small... The wrap was too small to cover the bust; the sleeves were too big. It was overwhelming on my short frame. Maybe a good fit of you're taller?
Oswald Cross Over Blouse
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D
Beautiful fabric! Tight in the bust.
Gorgeous fabric and print. I wear a 38D and it was right in the bust. The arms (biceps) were a bit on the snug side. If you're a small 14, the 14 will fit beautifully. If you're bustier or a bigger 14, it may be too snug.
Floral Brigette Shirt
Tory Burch
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 185lbs
Bust: 38D