Helen's Reviews
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Not for me
I got this dress as a replacement, and I was not happy with it. It fit well overall, but there is more ruching on side than on the other. I just felt uneven and couldn't keep the lining down to prevent the sequins from snagging my tights. Oh well.
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Go Out With A Bang Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Not right for me
I have wanted an excuse to wear this dress for a while now, but when I got it as a replacement, I was not happy with it. It fit well overall, but there is more ruching on side than on the other. I just felt uneven and couldn't keep the lining down to prevent the sequins from snagging my tights. Oh well.
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Sequin Shamrock Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
My signature color
This dress was amazing! I tried it in fuschia, but this blue just nailed it. My favorite color...always does the trick! The dress was comfortable and fit well. I wore 3 inch heels and it was just long enough that I didn't trip over it. Got so many compliments throughout the night. Will definitely go with this dress again!
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Cobalt Smooth Mermaid Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Beautiful dress
I rented this dress in this color in a 14WR and the cobalt blue in a 12R. I ended up wearing the blue. The 14 fit well, but it was too big in the bust, which is not something that happens to me very often. It just didn't do much for my boobs at all. The 12R fits a little snug, but the fabric is super forgiving, and the bust fits much better. The color on this dress isn't as vibrant as it seems on the model....more of a berry color than a fuschia. The blue looks better on my skin tone.
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Fuchsia Smooth Mermaid Gown
Theia
Size Worn: 14WR
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Great way to jazz up a black dress!
I love this jacket so much! Wish I owned it. I got so many compliments while wearing it.
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Champagne Pep Jacket
Trina Turk
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Absolutely stunning
I rented this necklace to wear with an off the shoulder dress for my company holiday party. But the dress wasn't right and the necklace didn't match my replacement dress. Which is unfortunate because this necklace is beautiful. The stones reflect light and just sparkle all over the place.
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Frost Wonderland Necklace
Danielle Nicole
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Perfect amount of sparkle
These earrings were fantastic! Not too heavy and just the right amount of Art Deco-style sparkle to take my outfit to that next level.
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Kaboom Chandelier Earrings
Sarah Magid
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Comfy and chic!
I rented this for Paint the Town Red. I was a little self-conscious wearing it because it doesn't leave much room for wobbles (and Spanx would show through the mesh-y part on the legs). But I got SO many compliments on 1) taking a chance and wearing a jumpsuit to a cocktail event and 2) how good I looked in it!
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Garnet Jumpsuit
HALSTON
Size Worn: 14P
Usual Size: 18
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Small but dazzling!
I wore these with a red dress and my hair swept to one side. I thought they would be a little bit bigger to be more of a statement earring (I did not wear a necklace), but they were small and delicate instead. Still pretty though. The earpiece fit a little loose in the backing, and at one point, I almost lost one.
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Clarence Ear Jackets
Noir Jewelry
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Red dress delight!
This dress is AMAZING! I wore it to the American Heart Association Heart Ball and got compliments on it all night. I was actually surprised that no one else was wearing it (in red, anyway). It fits a little tight in the ribcage, but that helped keep my strapless bra where it was supposed to be so I didn't really mind. The dress is very comfortable. I wore 4 inch heels and the dress hit right at my toes.
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Ruby Red Gala Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 14R
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Perfect size for the night!
This bag was perfect for the night out. I fit my phone (Samsung Galaxy S6 without phone case), credit cards, and lipstick in just fine. My friend had rented the same bag so we took our photo together.
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Hollywood Boulevard Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Sparkly perfection!
This cuff made a beautiful addition to my outfit. I wore earrings and this bracelet, and that's all I needed! It really sparkles nicely.
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Dress Me Up Bracelet
Cara Accessories
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Belle of the ball!
I'd had my eye on this dress for a while, just waiting for an excuse to wear it to something. My company holiday party rolled around, and this dress was perfect for the occasion. I got compliments on it all night long, even from people I didn't know. It is super sparkly, which made me feel like a disco ball (in a good way). It fit perfectly, although I did have to safety pin the front to make it work-occasion appropriate. It hit right at the knee, didn't ride up or bunch weirdly. I wore nude tights and nude pumps with it and kept the jewelry simple. Its been a few days now and people are STILL talking about this dress. Will definitely rent it again!
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Fifth Avenue Showstopper Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Perfect dress for a Beautiful evening wedding
This dress was perfect for this event, conservative but still sexy. It fit like a dream with a little stretch to smooth things out. I didn't need to wear tights or Spanx at all. The only issue I had with it was that the lining kept trying to ride up and would bunch up the front V part at the bottom when it did. My friend assured me that it was not that noticeable, but it still drove me nuts.
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Picture Frame Sheath
David Meister
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Glamour!
The stylist recommended these earrings to go with my red dress, and they really made the outfit! Super fun and sparkly!
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Sage Splash Earrings
RJ Graziano
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
A little small, but still fun
I carried this with a red dress, and it was wonderful. Too small to fit my cell phone in it, but otherwise great!
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Gilded Lattice Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
Painted the Town Red all night!
I absolutely loved this dress! I had an appointment with the stylist and she recommended this to me, but I didn't get to try it on until it arrived. I was a little worried, but it turned out to be the perfect dress for the Paint the Town Red event. This dress has pockets!!! The 14 fit a little big in the waist. I probably could have worn a 12, but I'm glad I wore the 14 because it gave me a little extra room to move around and I didn't have to wear Spanx. I wore it with nude platform slingbacks and carried a gold clutch. Everyone raved about this dress and how wonderful it looked on me. Will definitely rent again.
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Lace Sierra Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 38D
This dress was perfect!
I wore this dress to the Heart After Dark Gala and it was absolutely perfect! I was convinced that other girls would be wearing this since everyone in DC uses RTR, but luckily I was the only one in it that night. There were a lot of red dresses at this event, but this one stood out. I got so many compliments on how it fit and how I looked in the dress. I wore a strapless bra and Spanx just to smooth everything out, but it really showed off my curves in a very flattering way. In 4 inch heels, it just slightly skimmed the floor in the back. I loved this dress and would definitely rent it again!
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All Eyes On You Gown
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D
Cute, but not flashy
I got these as Mystery Bling. They were smaller than I anticipated, but still very cute and I got lots of compliments on them.
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Astral Earring Jackets
Elizabeth and James Accessories
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D
Super comfy and chic
Wore this for a fancy dinner out with the girls. I've never worn a jumpsuit before so I wanted to see how it looked on me. The LR was much too big, the crotch was almost down to my knees. But the MR was perfect on me. My friends all commented how nice it looked on me...."very stylish and trendy". I paired it with black heels and a coral blazer for a pop of color. The only downside to jumpsuits is having to strip down every time you have to use the restroom, but it really wasn't too bad. I would definitely rent this one again. Super comfortable, yet still very chic!
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Little Black Book Jumpsuit
HALSTON
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D
Love this bag!
I rented this bag for a fancy dinner out with the girls. It was perfect for the occasion. Held my phone, lip gloss, and credit cards (wasn't quite big enough to hold my wallet). Paired it with a black jumpsuit and a coral blazer. Got compliments on it all night!
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Zebra Tonda Pony Clutch
Diane von Furstenberg Handbags
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D
No such luck for NYE
I ordered this dress well in advance to wear to a New Year's Eve party, but when I picked it up at the store the day before, it just didn't fit right. The sleeves fit strangely and every time I lifted my arms, the whole dress came up. I really liked the overall look of the dress, just not on me. After trying on a few other options at the store and finding absolutely nothing (the girl kept showing me dresses that looked like curtains), I decided that maybe I would just try and make it work. Tried it on again the next morning and decided it wasn't for me so I returned it.
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Touch of Emerald Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D
Perfect for a night out
I loved this bag! I used it to accessorize the black dress that I rented. It just fit my cell phone and wallet, nothing else, but that's all I really needed.
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Coronation Clutch
Franchi
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D
Borrowed this dress for my birthday dinner and girls night out. Had a great time!
Wore the 12 because the 10 was definitely too small. The 12 fit just right everywhere except in the shoulders/neckline where it was a bit loose. I felt like I had to keep adjusting it to keep it from sliding off one shoulder. But overall I loved this dress. It was a nice modest length on my short legs, and the ruching on the sides and across the lower section helped to disguise my wobbly bits. Didn't have to wear Spanx or tights. My guy friend told me I looked hot and I got compliments all night long.
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Cowl Neck Sleeved Dress
Alice by Temperley
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust: 36D