Kristen's Reviews
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Modest, high neck, not flattering.
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Navy A-line Dress
Adrianna Papell
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 142lbs
Bust: 34B
Good for busty tops, amazing color
The body fit well but the top was too large, so I wore a push-up bra and then layered a colored shirt under. The shirt under made it more work appropriate for me. The shoulder bow is actually a full shoulder tie. So functional, not just decorative. Great color, but would have washed me out had I not worn something under it. Lots of compliments on the color - easy to find in a crowd :)
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Cady Caedyn Dress
Milly
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 142lbs
Bust: 34B
Nice thick fabric, but pretty modest
I was hoping for a long sleeve dressed with some eye-catching details. And this has that, but felt a little old for me (I'm 36). The fabric is quality and thick, and the color is unique. And while it fit well enough (it was a bit tight through the thighs, so I would need Spanx), it wasn't very flattering. I could definitely see my mother wearing this and looking stunning.
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Cobalt Angela Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 142lbs
Bust: 34B
Fresh skirt for spring
It closes with buttons which pulled a little, but the fabric belt covered that. Really lovely weight and vibrant color. Lots of compliments!
Gingham Imari Skirt
Alexis
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Punk-feeling shirtdress
I have long arms and these sleeves were long enough! I wore it with tights due to the weather - if I hadn't, the shortest sections of the dress might have felt too short for me. (I'm 5'8"). Really fun way to have fun with a shirtdress.
Sutton Tartan Dress
Petersyn
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Easy to get lost in
There is a whole lot of dress here. I tried to keep some buttons undone to make a neckline, but the one I received was quite worn so then all the buttons came undone. I'm pretty straight and narrow, so perhaps if I had more of a figure this would have felt less sack-like.
Charolette Dress
Free People
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Casual casual casual
I ended up wearing this on a weekend and it was a great upgrade from a sweatshirt. But it is little more than that. The one I received was quite worn, and just in general it is a casual style. Not work appropriate for me, at least.
Chalk Snap Turtleneck
Michael Stars
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
No stretch at all.
I thought I'd try this because I just really wanted it to work, despite the other reviews. It didn't. The sailor flap waist is surprisingly restrictive and the fabric has zero give. If I could stay standing all day these might have worked but I could sit down. Afraid if I size up that the crotch will hang strangely. I rented a 38, and usually wear a 4.
Green Front Slit Pants
Carven
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Beautiful dress, wore to Easter
Loved this. Bright and cheery. Comfy fabric but still polished. I did pin the wrap, just so I wouldn't accidentally flash my in laws at church. Such an easy wear though.
Floral Wrap Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Very tight shoulders and short sleeves
Ended up not being able to wear it. Rented size 1, but wasn't large enough to fit over my shoulders.
Windowpane Lou Coat
ba&sh
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Lots going on with this vest
I really wanted to like this vest, but there was just a bit too much hardware / pockets / extra fabric for me to feel entirely comfortable in this.
Gavin Canvas Vest
Marissa Webb
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Casual, cute
Not quite as warm as I'd hoped, and the blue shirttail hem could have used some ironing. But cute enough for a casual Friday at work.
Combo Army Green Sweater
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Cute lightweight, better for bigger busts
I liked this top, and got a couple compliments. Wore it with white jeans which really lightened it up. Sleeves are a little short if you are long-armed. But the biggest downside was the front didn't lay correctly. I think it would look best on someone bigger busted.
Black Polka Dot Top
Trina Turk
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Day to night
Great for day to night - wore a blazer and scarf during the day at work, then took off for evening. Beautiful dress, I'm 5'8" and thought this was a great length. One downside is that the lace at the neckline looks a little unfinished. It's intentional, but looks a little ragged. Nice spring color though!
Emerald Green Suzette Dress
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Felt like Kate Middleton.
Fantastic jacket. Quality material. Pockets! Lots of compliments. It is a little heavy, so best for weather with a bit of a chill. Wore to work and then a date and it was great for both. Would own it if I could.
Botanist Jacket
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Unique boxy coat with lots of pockets
I liked not having to carry a bag because of all the pockets! Great for end of winter / chilly spring. It wasn't really reversible because of the RTR tag. (If you had long hair it would probably cover it.) It is quite boxy - I might have sized down to see if it laid better. The collar was problematic- it kept rolling inward. There just wasn't enough structure to keep it laying flat. That lended to the overall casual vibe of the jacket. Fun to try. No need to own it though.
Blush Culver Coat
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
My toddler called me a princess
You've got to be comfortable with something a little "out there", but this is a great dress. High quality material and craftsmanship. Runs true to size. Though the ribbons that dangle are a little long. I'm a tall gal and still had to wear wedges to keep them off the ground. I didn't have a problem with the sleeves, and was even able to gather them up to wear a trench coat. I wore to work (I work in the design industry, so while slightly unusual, it wasn't frowned upon) and to a date night. It was comfortable all day.
Rose Pleated Dress
Prabal Gurung
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Stunner! Tons of compliments!
I loved this dress. It is a little short if you are tall, but I wasn't uncomfortable. The full back zipper and the nude underlay gives a little edge to a very "pretty" dress. The sleeves were perfect for a chillier outdoor spring wedding. Surprisingly has good amount of stretch and the lace was not itchy. Worked well for chasing toddlers and still looking put together. Definitely recommend it for straight or athletic builds. I almost kept it but couldn't figure out a good venue to wear it a second time.
Lilac Zarita Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Fantastic unique cape for everyday
It's a little sporty, a little dressy, and tons of fun. The material is heavyweight and has a nice texture, making its real quality piece. Unfortunately it was a little chilly here and so I couldn't wear it as much as I'd have liked. And my work bag is a backpack, so I had to modify that a little to work with the cape, but I loved this. Wish I could keep it!
White Cape Travis Jacket
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Cute but short
I liked the idea of this dress more than the actual dress. The tie waist sleeves came very wrinkled and I didn't have time to iron them - I think it would have been more polished and clever had they been crisp. I'm tall so this was pretty short - I wore leggings under. And the tie waist makes a lot of material gather in front, which wasn't ideal. But I got some compliments. Nice to have a little change to the standard shirtdress.
Tie Waist Shirtdress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Great for tall gals
I love a good shirt dress and this didn't disappoint. I'm pretty tall and had to wear heels though, so keep that in mind if you rent this. Great transitional spring dress. Really like that weight fabric. I wore a camisole underneath as the top isn't lined. However, there is a knee-length lining on the bottom. If it wasn't so pricey, I would have kept it. Good for everyday or for a nicer occasion out.
Greyson Maxi Dress
Matison Stone
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Quality materials, great spring choice
It was an outdoor spring rehearsal dinner so it was a bit chilly, but the quality materials of the dress give it some heft. I wore it with a black leather jacket to dress it down, but you could easily dress it up. I'm tall so the high/low hem was perfect for me. I'd have kept it, but it's still so expensive. But I love it's versatility. So many compliments.
Yellow Abstract Stitch Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Ended up wearing to work
I got this to wear over a dress to a wedding. However, it really needs a collar underneath it, so it didn't work with my dress. Instead I ended up wearing it as a blazer to work, which was spot on. The only problem is you can't wear a coat over it in cold weather, so I ended up bringing it in my bag and putting it on when I arrived. It restricts your movement slightly (no reaching over your head) but a tight buttoned blazer does as well. Great quality. It is kind of like a full vest with a structured cape over it, so much warmer than I anticipated. Really dressed up a white button down and heels. Wish there was matching pants to make a really modern pant suit. Would rent again.
Blush Frances Jacket
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 135lbs
Versatile top. Elegant but fun.
I rented this with the skirt for a work event, but it wasn't the look I was going for. So I wore it over a longer chiffon tank and dark skinny jeans for a casual Friday at work. Easily could have gone to drinks/date/dancing afterwards and felt very comfortable. Such a great fit. I'm not large busted. I am a 34B and wore a lightly padded bra and the 4 fit well. Wish I had this all the time. I'd wear with high waisted pencil skirts and over a-line dresses.
Lace League Top
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34B