Alexandra's Reviews
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14 reviews
Great office to dinner look
Was a great dress for the office and a nice dinner afterwards. Got lots of compliments from my coworkers. I wore one size larger than my usual and it fit comfortably. I probably could've squeezed into my size but it 1) wasn't available and 2) probably would not have been as flattering
Maroon Blouson Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 22
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Couldn't even get it on
Runs WAY small. Couldn't even pull on over my hips (tried both stepping in and putting it on over the top). The fabric has no give and felt at risk of ripping if I kept trying to put it on so I gave up. The color was pretty and the fabric had a nice weight. Would be good for a winter formal event--if it fit!!
Red Cardinal Pleat Sheath
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Pretty color. Mixed about the fabrics.
The green color of this dress was lovely and really on trend. The fit ran a bit big--I probably could've sized down to the 18 (I usually wear a 20). Had pockets!! The only thing I didn't love was the fact that the dress was a mix of two patterns. The top was a sort of bold pattern and the skirt was a delicate lace. It just made it look a bit busy to me. I wish it was one or the other. But overall I liked this dress.
Ivy Green Lace Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 20W
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Really comfortable casual dress
Wore this dress for a very casual day at work and shopping (added a cardigan on top at work). This dress was COMFORTABLE and very flattering. There is a lining that goes about to the knee and then a chiffon overlay that's very flows. It's a bit longer in the back so it moves really nicely when you walk. The length was good on me at 5'6" but if I was any shorter, I think it would've been too long without heels. The only thing I didn't particularly like was the ruched/scrunchy back panel because it made it look way more casual than it would have otherwise. I received compliments from total strangers in shops though so overall a great choice for a hot summer day.
Mono Rose Maxi
City Chic
Size Worn: 20WR
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Couldn't even get on
Rented in my normal size and couldn't even pull the sleeves on. The fabric has no give at all, and the sleeves are weirdly shaped so that they're really tight on top and then kind of open up. It's a shame because the pattern was pretty for fall.
Mini Daisy Wrap Dress
Nicholas
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Very pretty fabric but just a bit big
The fabric on this skirt is absolutely gorgeous. It's a very heavy weight and was perfect for a late summer wedding when the nights start to get cooler. The top fit a bit big on me (C cup) but it didn't look too bad. And the blue was a lovely color. The dress looked great with some dramatic statement earrings and a sparkly gold clutch!
Mod Zoe Dress
Kay Unger
Size Worn: 20W
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Way too small
Ordered my regular size but could barely even get on over my hips. It fit about 2-3 sizes small I'd say.
Teal Limia Sheath
Paper Crown
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Fits at least 2 sizes too small
I really wanted to like this dress. The top was nice and fit me nicely but I don't have a big chest. RTR suggested one size up from my usual size so I got a 3X instead of a 2X (I'm actually a 20W). Even in the 3X, it was REALLY clingy around the mid section and just super unflattering. Had to return without wearing. Also, it was definitely too short on me for work. Maybe could've gotten away with it somewhere else but it looked like it would be a great work dress and wasn't.
Navy Boca Dress
Amanda Uprichard
Size Worn: 3X
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Nice casual dress
I didn't end up wearing this dress but I did like it on and may rent it again in the future! The dress fit about 1 size too big on me. It is also very long (hit mid calf on me at 5'6") but I kind of liked the longer length. The definite downfall of this dress is the straps--they were too long on me and there's no way to adjust them so the top looks ever so slightly "off" and I definitely would have to wear a strapless bra because there's no way my bra straps would have stayed hidden with the dress straps shifting around.
Chambray Dress
Draper James X ELOQUII
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Not as flattering as I hoped
This is definitely a case of wanting to like a dress more than I actually did. The fabric is pretty and it was fully lined, both definite pluses. But this was very low cut (needed to pin the bust) and was too big on top, so it just wasn't as flattering as I wanted it to be. I also wasn't sure if it was supposed to be a traditional vneck or an off the shoulder dress but because the top was so big I wore it sort of off the shoulder.
Blue Floral Ruffle Dress
Rachel Rachel Roy
Size Worn: 20WR
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Easy and comfortable
Loved this dress and will definitely be renting again. I'm even thinking of possibly buying it I liked it so much! It fit true to size and was a nice length-- just above the knee on me, and I'm 5'6". The dress was very comfortable with lots of stretch. The dress was fully lined and had a good weight to the fabric so it skimmed the body nicely.
Striped Stevie Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: 2X
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Super light and comfortable
I got this "tunic" from the RTR flagship store and didn't realize it was supposed to be a top until I saw it on my app later. I wore this as a dress. I'm 5'6" and it was a perfect mid thigh length, not too short. The size was very large though. I typically wear a 20W and the 16 in this fit just fine. Not tight at all. It was very comfortable and felt light and breezy especially on a hot day. Plus I received multiple compliments! Highly recommended!
Blue Striped Tunic
Tome
Size Worn: 16
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Too small
Unfortunately I couldn't wear the skirt when I got it. It probably would have buttoned up but was very unflattering. I carry my weight primarily in the stomach and thighs. I was hoping it would fit my waist well and then float away from the body in an A-line but it was too tight. I will say that it was a nice thick denim, the quality seemed good, and I liked the look of the detail on the skirt. I just wish it had fit me better.
Scallop A Line Denim Skirt
Draper James X ELOQUII
Size Worn: 20
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C
Fits well but weird color
I liked the fit of the dress overall. It was basically true to size. Very flattering I thought. The top could be a bit revealing depending on the angle, but a safety pin took care of that perfectly. One other weird fit thing was that the dress is a true wrap and the part of the skirt where it crosses over kind is shorter so it's definitely short right where your ledge meet when you sit. Standing, it's perfectly fine though! It was great for a somewhat casual cocktail party I attended.
Jungle Floral Wrap Dress
City Chic
Size Worn: 20W
Usual Size: 20
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 275lbs
Bust: 42C