Cathy's Reviews
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Beautiful, but not for short women
This was one of my back-up dresses for an inaugural ball. The dress is gorgeous and perfect for an event where you want to be more conservative. However, this dress is not for short women. I am 5'2 and can usually wear a "regular" length RTR dress with 4-inch heels. This dress was still touching the floor with 6-inch platform heels. Also, this dress is better suited for someone with a longer torso. I have a shorter torso, so there was extra fabric from my waist to bustline. If you are tall and slim, this would be a stunner!
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Sapphire Serenity Gown
Reem Acra
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful, but not for short women.
This was one of my back-up dresses for an inaugural ball. The fabric and color is absolutely beautiful. However, this dress is not for short women. I am 5'2 and can usually wear a "regular" length RTR dress with 4-inch heels. This dress was dragging on the floor even with 6-inch platform heels. Also, this dress is better suited for slim waistlines. I am a little thicker in the middle, so I did not think the fit was flattering on me. If you are tall and slim, this would be a stunner!
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Rose Champagne Pleat Gown
Temperley London
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Wished I owned this one!
I love, love, love this dress and my husband said it was his favorite RTR to date! I wore this to a wedding in Key West. It was very comfortable and very forgiving (I am thicker in the middle than I care to be). The color is gorgeous and the length was perfect despite my petite height. The only bad thing was the snaps were sewn in incorrectly for the belt, so I could not wear the belt. It looked fantastic regardless, so I am still giving it 5 stars. It was sexy and sophisticated and I got compliments all night long.
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Sun Orange Allegra Dress
MSGM
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Classy & Fun
This was the perfect dress to wear to a conservative function. The colors and lace detail are beautiful and it really stood out in a sea of black dresses. The length was great, even though I am petite (5'2), it still felt like a proper mini. The only reason I am giving it a 4 instead of a 5 is that the waist was cut a little high - and I do not have a long torso at all, so I can not imagine how it would be on a person with a long torso.
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Wild One Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Pretty, but not comfortable
This was my back-up dress and I did not end up wearing it because I liked my first-choice dress so much more. However, I would not rent this for another event because the sequins under the arms were very uncomfortable. It bothered me just trying it on and walking around a little in it, so I cannot imagine how it would feel all night long. The fabric was also not as heavy as I would have liked (not nearly as expensive feeling as the Badgley Mischka sequined dress I ended up wearing). However, the color and cut is very nice.
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Silver Sequin Shine Gown
David Meister
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Stunning
I normally shy away from black dresses, but this one stood out to me because of the cut and the sparkle of the sequins. It is just a gorgeous dress - the way the sequins caught the light when you move is really beautiful. I felt like a million bucks and my husband could not take his eyes off of me! I am 5'2 and the regular length was fine with 4 inch platform heels.
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Party All Night Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Unique and Beautiful
I really wanted to keep this one! The colors and pattern of this dress are so unique and even though everyone at the event was in bright colors, it totally stood out in the crowd. My husband took one look and was like "Wow!" I am 5'2 and it hit me right at the knee. I would have preferred it slightly shorter, but I love this dress so much I am still giving it 5 stars!
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Melting Floral Sheath
Vera Wang
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Gorgeous colors
I rented this dress for a convention event and I was looking for something conservative, but still eye-catching. The pattern and colors of this dress are gorgeous and I really felt like it made me stand out in the crowd. The pockets gave me more of an hourglass shape and the neckline was low-cut enough to be sexy in a demure way. The only reason I am giving it 4 out of 5 stars is that it was a little too long for my petite frame. It would be a knock-out on a taller woman.
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Splish Splash Dress
Lela Rose
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Wish I owned this one!
I rented this for a convention event and it was just perfect. It was sexy and fun and very flattering. Since I am petite (5'2), I am always apprehensive about the length, but this was actually a proper mini on me (so tall girls beware!). The neckline was low-cut enough to be sexy but not improper for the event. The sleeves were slightly too long though, so I just pushed it up higher on my arm giving it a billowy effect. Loved this dress!
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Liza Lurex Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Fun & Flirty
I loved the color and movement of this dress and the cut was very flattering. The only reason I am giving it 4 out of 5 stars is that I felt like it was better suited for a taller person (I am only 5'2). In order to have it fit properly, I had to tie the halter at the neck much more closely than I would have liked, so the neckline did not sit as low as I prefer. It still looked great, but I think it would have been sexier on a taller woman, since more leg would show and the neckline would be lower.
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Salsa Dance Dress
Haute Hippie
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
LOVED this dress!!
I wore this dress to a friend's wedding and pretty much every woman I spoke to complimented the dress - and even some men made a point of complimenting the dress. My husband absolutely loved it. It was sexy, but still classy. The length was great even though I am petite, and the fit was flattering for my waist section, which is not as thin as I would like! I would definitely rent this one again.
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Joan of Arc Mini
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Great casual dress
I wore this dress to an outdoor fundraiser. It was perfect because it was not overly dressy and it was very comfortable to wear. I usually wear a 6, but only an 8 was available. It was a little too big for me, but due to the draping it was not noticeable. The length was longer than I would have preferred on my petite frame, but all-in-all I enjoyed the dress very much.
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Blue Sea Tetra Dress
Helmut Lang
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Gorgeous dress - but not for short people
This was my back-up dress for a convention event, so I was looking for something conservative, but fun. The dress is absolutely gorgeous - the colors are vibrant and the material is expensive. However, I could not wear it because the fit was not right for my petite frame. The torso is very long on the dress and since I am so short, the fabric bunched up in the middle.
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Baroque Ombre Sheath
Prabal Gurung
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful on the top - but not on the bottom
This was my back-up dress. I did not wear it and I would never rent it again because the gold band on the bottom looks really, really cheap in person. It reminded me of crushed velvet on a cheap costume. It is a shame because the rest of the dress is really beautiful. Also, the dress was a little long for my petite frame.
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To India and Back Shift
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
Received a ton of compliments - especially from my husband!
I rented this dress for a fundraising party, so I wanted something that was conservative, but still sexy. I absolutely loved this dress - and so did my husband. I am petite so it hit me right above my knee. The sleeves were only slightly too long, but nothing that made me uncomfortable. It is super comfortable to wear since it is not form fitting, and the open back is a nice surprise. I ordered a NuBra to wear with it and it worked great. The pattern is gorgeous!
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Exotic Feather Dress
Pencey
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
This was my first rental experience with RTR, and it was fantastic. I think this dress is gorgeous - it looks even better in person than pictured. I am petite (5'3) and the 6R fit great with the heels I wore (4-in with a small platform). The dress is extremely flattering and very comfortable. The neckline is very sexy and could be revealing, so I would suggest having some double-sided tape just in case. The purple color photographed very well and all of my friends have commented on how much they loved the dress. I have to go to 3-4 black tie functions a year, and I am so happy I discovered RTR!
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Gorgeous color & cut!
This was my first rental experience with RTR, and it was fantastic. I think this dress is gorgeous - it looks even better in person than pictured. I am petite (5'3) and the 6R fit great with the heels I wore (4-in with a small platform). The dress is extremely flattering and very comfortable. The neckline is very sexy and could be revealing, so I would suggest having some double-sided tape just in case. The purple color photographed very well and all of my friends have commented on how much they loved the dress. I have to go to 3-4 black tie functions a year, and I am so happy I discovered RTR!
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Forget Me Not Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B
I originally ordered a cream colored Nicole Miller Mermaid Gown, but due to the crazy weather across the country, deliveries were delayed so it would not arrive in time for my function. I give RTR's customer service credit because a representative named Justine called me and e-mailed to let me know my first choice would not make it in time. I understand that there are forces of nature - like blizzards - outside of RTR's control. Justine gave me enough notice so that I could choose another dress, and RTR let me choose any price point to make up for the inconvenience. So I chose this dress, which was much more expensive than the Nicole Miller dress. The dress was stunning. I ordered a 4R and 6R and wore the 4R. With 4-in heels that had a slight platform, the length was perfect with my petite frame. Please note that you cannot wear a bra due to the open back, and the material is sheer and light colored. So I wore a Nu-Bra (what my friends and I call the "chicken cutlets") and it worked perfectly. Also, when you lift your arms, the side with the draped fabric can flap, which makes you feel like you may be exposing something - so I would also suggest double-sided tape for the under-arm area. Other than that, this dress is elegant, sexy, and very comfortable.
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Athena The Admirer Gown
Yigal Azrouël
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34B