Ashley's Reviews
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16 reviews
Birthday Glam
This is a belated review, but I rented this dress for my birthday celebration with friends which included a dinner, hotel pregame, and then a rooftop bar. I'm busty and am not blessed with gravity-defying tatas, so I was nervous how this was going to fit with my strapless bra. Typically outfits like this always end up having the underwire showing, but luckily that wasn't the case! There isn't much give and definitely fit like a glove, but I loved it and felt extremely powerful and attractive.
Antique Silver Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 32G
Elegant and dramatic
I rented this for a banquet and while I was hesitant at first because I thought it was too noisy of a dress (typically I like sleek, minimalist, asymmetric styles) I was OBSESSED once I put it on. I got so many compliments and felt really damn fancy wearing it. Fit was snug, not a lot of give. Sleeves weren't tight. Absolutely true to size. It's a bit shorter than I would have liked but nothing crazy. I am 5'4 though. Would love to rent again but my insta pics are keeping me from reserving a second time for an event haha !
Moises Embroidered Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 32G
Classy yet edgy
I am obsessed with this top. I want to buy it. It is the perfect mix of a mature, classy vibe with a little edge and sexiness to it. I really can't wait to rent again (or buy!) only complaint is that it kept riding up (the bottom has elastic to cinch to your waist kind of) but otherwise one of my favorite rentals ever.
Seneca Top
Ramy Brook
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 32G
I Was The Opera
I rented this gorgeous gown to see Tosca at the Lincoln Center. It was my first opera so I wanted to go all out with a look and wear something high drama but classy. This dress was perfect ! So many compliments and gazes all night long. A bit overwhelming at times (photo isn't doing me justice). Comments on the fit: it was a bit short for my liking but oh well. Very tight and form fitting, very little give. This is NOT a stretchy dress. Sleeves were not tight at all on my arms but also don't expect to have much movement. I would not rent this dress if you are thinking to dance in it. You could never haha. Lastly peeing wasn't impossible but getting the dress back down was a bit difficult with the slip underneath. Otherwise I rate this a 9/10 and def one of the top dresses I've rented !
Silver Embroidered Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 32G
Cute jumpsuit, but measurements are strange
I took a chance ordering this jumpsuit in only a size 6 since a size 8 wasn't available and thank the universe it worked out. I am a busty gal with a chest that doesn't withstand gravity (haha) but I was able to wear this without a bra after tacking the straps a bit. I read the other reviews about the straps being long and it is true but I realized it is to give you movement in the jumpsuit due to how it is cut. I think the straps are longer to accentuate the curve in the back, especially if you have a booty. When I tacked the straps, it created this gap between the clothing and my back because it wasn't falling properly on my body anymore, but it was necessary for the support I needed. This is also a bit tight in the hips, but again I am between sizes 6 and size 8 in women's arbitrary clothing sizes. Overall though, it was nice wearing a jumpsuit and I don't regret renting.
The Millie Jumpsuit
Fame & Partners
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 150lbs
Bust: 32G
So delicate and beautiful!
I love delicate jewelry with a dash of sparkle especially for a more formal/dressy event. This added the perfect amount of shine to the outfit and elevated the dress to a more dressy standard. Excellent price too, would absolutely rent again.
Geometric Pearl Earrings
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 32G
Great holiday dress with a hint of sexy
I rented this dress for my "dressy/business casual" work holiday party (I didn't not come up with this dress code and I too this it's stupid). Anyway, I wanted something that would be a bit body con to show off the work I've put in as well as show off some leg, but be appropriate for a work event at the same time. Things I loved about the dress include the material and how comfortable it was. I'm pretty busty, about a 32G, so there was a perfect amount stretch for my large chest. The color was also really nice, but the overall look is more understated. If you're looking for something with more of a punch, this isn't it, but if you're looking for something that is comfy, with sleeves, a nice color, and a decent length this is a great choice! Also, I am just under 5'5 in height and wear between a size 6 and size 8 dress.
Alena Belted Dress
Susana Monaco
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 32G
Incredible, eye-catching, spacious clutch
This clutch is THE bomb.com. For real, I want to buy this thing and keep it as an accessory forever. Holographic/iridescent looks are really trendy right now, especially with millennials, so this clutch will elevate your outfit from stylish to cool AND stylish (lol). This can pair with any dress as long as the look of the dress and shoes compliment the edginess of the clutch. What really made this thing great was the size. It's wasn't so big that it was annoying to carry, but it was big enough to fit my flask or phone (not both at the same time with my phone case because my case is bulky). Can also fit a small makeup case to hold like a mirror and lipstick. I will definitely rent this again for an event I have coming up later this year!
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Opal Leo Clutch
Rebecca Minkoff Accessories
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32G
If you have a large bust, forget this.
This romper was very comfortable and the medium fit fine. However, the top is closed by just one small snap button and when you're a 36DDD, that's not going to do anything for you. The large was obviously too big so I ended up returning this. Also, both sizes came extremely wrinkled and made it look frumpy. Additionally, I thought this was white but it's more of a cream color and with the excessive wrinkles it made the outfit look old. Aside from the bust issue, I wouldn't recommend renting this for a more formal affair. This is EXTREMELY casual. As in something you might wear to class on a sunny day. I rented it for my graduation ceremony and I don't think it fit the event after trying it on.
Shania Flutter Sleeve Romper
BB Dakota
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 170lbs
So incredibly tight, make sure to get a backup size
I ordered this for my graduation ceremonies and when I tried it on, it was so tight I could barely fit it on my body. It squished my boobs so much that they looked like a plateau. I'm a size 36DDD so maybe the large would have fit better but somehow I didn't select a second size when ordering. If you are busty and curvy like me, order a bigger size FOR SURE.
Lasercut Long Sleeve Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 170lbs
Barely got it past my hips
This dress is very sleek and cool. However, while I'm usually an 8, this dress runs VERY small. The tightest 8 I've put on in a while. It honestly felt like I was trying to fit into a size 4 or 6 dress. I started panicking when I had to struggle to get it past my hips and my heart sunk when it the clasps were about 4-5ins from even reaching. There was no way it was fitting over my bust of 36DDD which is unusual because I'm almost always an 8 no problem. Sometimes I can even go down to a 6. The clothes I wear are size M. Additionally, it was pretty tight around the arm. Worst part, because of the backup 10R being damaged or not returned in time, I couldn't wear this to the event I was attending. So if you are very busty and curvy like me, beware of this dress. I would recommend a size up, but since I didn't even try the 10R I would honestly say pick another dress to avoid the risk of it not fitting properly.
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Red Carolina Gown
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32G
Cute, matched gold accessories
I rented this to complete my look but ended up not even really using it because I accidentally brought my big bag into the venue. Nonetheless, this clutch is very small..I could not fit my iPhone 6 with a foldable case in the clutch. I only put my lipstick and mirror in it. Kind of a waste since I didn't utilize it to way I wanted, but it was cute! Nothing extremely special however.
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Birdcage Clutch
Whiting & Davis
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32G
Elegant with an edge
I wore this with the matching necklace to a banquet with a very dramatic red dress. This dress itself was pretty formal, so I felt my personal style came out more so with my accessories. I would probably not wear this on a day-to-day basis however.
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Morgan Bracelet
Ella Carter
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32G
Elegant with a bit of edge
I really loved this necklace, especially the style of it. The only complaint I have is that it kept shifting to the right to settled better above my collarbone. Otherwise, I received a lot of compliments on it. I also wore it with the matching bracelet.
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Blaine Collar
Ella Carter
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32G
Felt like Royalty
I got this dress as a second style because I received an email that the second size of my original choice wasn't going to be shipped in time because it was returned damaged or not on time. Nonetheless, I ended up wearing this dress because it actually fit and I loved it ! I tried it on in the store and I felt so regal. At the banquet, everyone kept calling me a Queen, or Princess, or that I looked like the celebrity. The jewelry I rented went it with really nicely too! While I'm usually an 8, the 10R fit perfectly. I have a huge bust around size 36DDD and I had to go braless since the back of the dress cut low, but luckily the top was tight enough that it kept me supported all night! It was the first time I've been braless anywhere since I was 15 years old haha. I also wore this with 5 1/2 inches (or maybe 5in ?) and that was perfect for the length of the dress. Overall I would give this dress a 10/10 for wow factor. As for comfortability, it's very moveable, but I would not wear this if you're planning to dance. The zipper was impossible as well...I had the experts at RTR get me in and out the dress, but when it came time to get ready for the event, 4 different people tried to zip up my dress (two guys two women) until we put a ribbon through the zipper to use to pull it up. So, good luck with that!
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Pomegranate Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 10R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 32G
Wish I could have worn it but didn't zip past my bust
I ordered this dress in a size 8 and I wasn't able to order another size up because it wasn't available for the dates I needed it. Unfortunately I went into the store and tried it on and it fit everywhere else except for my bust. I am not a skinny girl; I have thick thighs and my arms are fairly muscular from athletic activities (and added weight). I was so worried about it not fitting my thighs, but it actually didn't even zip past my wait because of my bust. I wear a 34DDD, so if you're a busty girl but you have a relatively small waist, I would recommend ordering a size bigger than you normally do. Another thing I noticed was that it was a little frayed...also the color wasn't as vibrant a blue as I expected. It's pretty dark...looks almost black.
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Midnight Lace Romper
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 34D+