Katie's Reviews
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Comfortable and fun pattern!
Love this dress. So comfortable and forgiving! Not great if it's hot, though. Also, dresses are cut from different parts of the same fabric, so the backup size I ordered was darker across the top (like the picture I showed), but was too snug. The size I wore (large) had a lighter splash of color at the top. Still beautiful, but something to be aware of.
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Artista Dress
TY-LR
Size Worn: LR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Girly AND a bit edgy
I loved this dress. I got it with my Unlimited subscription and wore it a couple of times before I made myself send it back and NOT buy it. The dress doesn't have any give so I was glad to have the 8 - felt fine after a day of sitting at a desk job. I ended up loving the high collar and the sheer layering. Fun dress overall!
Cara Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Great for work, a little weird where they fall on hips.
I thought these looked MOSTLY great. I would normally wear an 8 but went for the 10 and glad I did. They would have looked better worn higher on my waist but there wasn't enough length between crotch and waistband to pull them up higher then my lower natural waist (which wouldn't have worked anyway - the waist ran a little loose on me even though they were bordering on snug across my butt). They would have definitely been riding up if I had tried to pull them up to a reasonably high waist fit. I thought these were fun to wear for a week or so (with my Unlimited) but ultimately probably not super flattering for me.
Edie Culottes
Tibi
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
So comfortable, structured and flattering fit
I got the 8 but could have gone for the 6 - the waist was a little roomy so it was super comfortable but probably not as flattering as a 6 would have been. The scuba material was fun but it caught on EVERYTHING I got close to. When it arrived I could see it was slightly worn at the creased areas. Totally fine, but I am guessing it has to do with the fabric? I probably wouldn't rent again because honestly the fabric is way too vulnerable. That said, the back is fun and the cut is pretty easy for work and I am overall happy with it!
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Black Claremont Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
More form-fitting than I expected
Much lower cut than I was expecting, but that could be because the dress was, overall, much snugger/smaller than I expected (I got the 8). I had hoped to wear it to work but it would have been highly inappropiate! Maybe I will try a size up next time...
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Barthes Wrap Vest
Theory
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Unexpectedly boxy
A side view would help on this - despite looking drapey, this has more of a weird boxy fit. There is a pleat on either side of the chest that makes the whole thing stick out in a really unflattering way. I already sent it back, so no pictures. It was overall a big flop for me.
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Earl Grey Shift
J.O.A.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Great everyday jacket
I love this jacket. It's light enough for spring weather. The fabric is sensitive - it was in pretty good shape but appears to catch on everything and snag easily. I got the 8 and wish I had ordered the 6 - since it's on my Unlimited subscription, I will try out the 6 as soon as I can. The photos of it make it look a bit drab but the material has a light sheen to it.
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Shane Jacket
Waverly Grey
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Great for daytime and evening!
I love this shirt. I got it with my Unlimited shipment and I'm thissss close to keeping it. The fabric has a nice structure to it - it's a bit stiff, but still has some movement. I got the large because the medium was out, and the armholes are a bit big but I'm ok with it! The sparkle is a bit subtle - I feel comfortable wearing it out at night and to work.
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Metallic Gold The Magnitude Knit
TY-LR
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Not a good look for me
I rented this to wear to work. It didn't look right on me for an everyday look. I would consider renting again for a nicer event if the dress called for it, but there are a lot of other cropped jackets on RTR that look a lot better on me, so it might just be an unflattering cut for my body type. (I looooved the Elie Tahari "Melanie Jacket" and the Waverley Grey "Shane Jacket".)
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Gide Jacket
Rebecca Minkoff
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Modest but pretty
I was prepared for the dress to not be as sheer as the model pics, and that was definitely the case. I rented it to wear to work, so I was counting on the modesty! The 8 fit a little loose in the waist but for work, it was perfect and super comfortable for sitting all day. I didn't have much wiggle room in the chest area (it was an 8, I am a 34DD). I would buy this dress if I could justify the cost, but it would be almost entirely for office-wear. I think I would be a little bummed if I had rented this for a festive occasion, so fair warning!
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Wilmington Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 8R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Festive but painful
I definitely had some cleavage but I felt comfortable - I'm a 34DD at least and I guess I had enough going on to fill out the top. I'd rented the Badgley Mischka Golden Flowers Dress before and didn't have an issue with the sequins hurting my underarms but not so with this dress! It was pretty painful by the end of the night. The dress is fun but I felt a little like I was wearing a figure skating costume. I thought it would be longer on me (like the model) but it showed more thigh and felt a little too young/immature at the end of it all.
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Natasha Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Comfortable and pretty
I wore this to a BBQ rehearsal dinner - A+ for this roomy dress that let me eat lots and hide it! The neckline was flattering and not cut too deeply. The dress really has no shape but it draped nicely. I wore it with tights - I think it would have been too short for me without tights, especially if I raise my arms. I recommend wearing a slip underneath. The color wasn't too purple - definitely plenty of indigo coming through. I may rent this again for the right occasion.
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Navy Kora Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D
Comfortable, versatile, flattering!
I wore this to work a couple of times, happy hour or two and a cocktail-attire dinner. I paired it with black tights and either black boots or black lace-up flats. I didn't have any problem with the neck being too low (32/34G - perhaps a smaller or different shaped bust would bring the V uncomfortably low?). The thick, stretchy fabric was SO comfortable and the length was fine for me with tights; I probably wouldn't wear this length to work without opaque tights. Living in Texas, I wouldn't rent this dress for much longer this year - the long sleeves don't easily push up so I recommend for cooler environments!
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Teal Napa Knit Dress
Parker
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D+
Snug shoulders, great color!
I loved the purple/indigo color, the flared skirt and the thicker scuba-like material. I went with the 6 since they were out of 8. The 6 was definitely snug in the shoulders and across my chest (32/34G, shoulders are a little broader than average maybe?), but I think the 8 would have looked a little frumpy in the waist. I wore it to work (desk job) and was pretty excited to get out of it by the end of the day. The shoulders didn't have much give and the inside of the sleeve seams felt kind of rough and irritating after 8-10 hours. I would try this designer again, but this particular cut is probably not for me.
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Capped in Purple Dress
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D+
Great everyday jacket, size down!
I've worn this almost every day since it arrived in my Unlimited order (that's probably 2 weeks!), and I wish I could keep it. The cropped cut is great for fuller skirts and pairs well with every blouse I own. I think the material is a little questionable - it frays easily. But that didn't stop me from wearing it whenever I could. I would normally go for a Medium or even Large in a jacket due to bust size and slightly broad shoulders but followed the advice of other reviewers and sized way down to a Small. Perfect fit!
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Melanie Jacket
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D+
SO comfortable!
I went with the 8 to allow for room up top - generally a 6 would fit well with the full skirt. The 8 fit me so well. It wasn't snug in the waist but it wasn't too loose either - great for wearing to work and sitting in a desk most of the day! I'm a 32G or 34G depending on the brand, and the top fit perfectly. Nice, sturdy material that I felt comfortable wearing in the office and out for dinner and drinks after. Wish I could keep it!
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Fast Lane Dress
TROUBADOUR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 160lbs
Bust: 32D+
Great jacket for dresses!
I am having a hard time parting with this one. The cut is great for me - it worked well with blousey tops and dresses with fuller bottoms, and dresses up a simple v-neck and jeans. The sleeves tend to ride up a bit but I kind of liked the cropped look that resulted. The shoulder pads are definitely pronounced, so beware if that's not your style! I don't have super broad shoulders but I think one size smaller and I would have sent this back right away; the 8 was almost a little small but any bigger and it would have looked awkward.
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Tux Blazer
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 32D
Great color and striking shape.
I got this dress in my Unlimited box and loved it - I could almoooost justify purchasing it! The color is brighter than what I would consider "navy", but I think the photos provided are pretty accurate. The shape and the thicker fabric were great for work and happy hour afterward. Note that it ties behind the back. The tie is wider which plays well with the shape of the dress - sort of a slightly edgy shape. The waist hit me perfectly and the neckline was work-appropriate. I almost ordered a 6 since it's a bit fuller in the skirt but I was happy I got the 8 - this would not look good tight and the extra room helped maintain the shape you see in the photos.
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Navy Lustra Dress
Tibi
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 32D
Awesome slit in the back!
I ordered this in my first Unlimited package and was overall pretty happy. I didn't notice the slit in the back when I ordered this, but ended up really liking it. The jacket wasn't very flattering on me - the padding in the shoulders landed weirdly, and while I liked the slit, I think a more fitted jacket looks better on me.
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Geltha Blazer
Theory
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 32D
You'll reflect light like a disco ball!
I loved the sequins so much but on me, the dress was a little "frumpy", as my husband put it (to his credit, he only said that after I nagged him to tell me why he didn't LOOOOVE it). While the snug waist helps give it shape, the skirt doesn't have any structure or fullness. A petticoat might help. The fit is fairly forgiving with it's loose skirt. The 6 fit me - I'm an 8/10 in pants but in dresses, I size down if the skirt is full and the waist is fitted. I'm a 32-E and the top fit snugly across my back and chest. I bought the RTR nubra but ended up pinning my straps on my regular bra. Leave yourself and your pinning partner some time to get that right. We were a little rushed and I looked back at pictures and my husband didn't do the best job concealing the pins. I needed 4 total - one at each side strap and two at the bottom strap. You can see in the back picture that it's not as smooth as it should be due to the pins, not the fit. The sequins felt irritating at first but after a while, I didn't even notice them anymore. The wedding we went to was outside, after weeks of rain, so I wore black flats that I wouldn't worry about destroying, but I would have loved to pair gold/black heels with this. I carried a black purse with a gold chain and that seemed to go well with it. My event was on a Sunday. I'm sure that RTR states this clearly somewhere in the rules/q&a but I had no idea they couldn't send a replacement on a Sunday. I called them the Saturday before because I wasn't digging the shape of the dress and the super nice rep told me there wasn't anything I could do besides wear it or return it for a refund. I opted to wear it since the sequins outweighed the frumpiness. They ended up giving me a refund anyway, which was excellent customer service. I'll be sure to try on and decide on Sunday dresses by Friday at 7 (that's the cut-off for them to overnight to you on Saturday).
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Golden Flower Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 155lbs
Bust: 32D