Laura's Reviews
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Derby Best Dressed Finalist
This dress is so beautiful. I am a standard size 2 - it fit perfectly, but it is extremely fitted with very little give. I was selected as a finalist for Best Outfit and the Kentucky Derby - great dress for multiple seasons.
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Butterfly Embroidered Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute, but the colors are kind of muted
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Orange Floral Midi Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Too short on the one side - not sure what I would wear this to.
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Abanna Dress
Alexis
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Want to wear so badly, but could not get my chest to fit. 34DD, 5'7", 125 pounds.
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Strapless Yellow Floral Tea Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
One of my faves to rent
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Juliana Jumpsuit
Sau Lee
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Pretty once you figure out how to get it on - probably need a friend to get you into it
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Ruffle Tiered Floral Cut Out Gown
Ieena for Mac Duggal
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Super pretty and feminine - cups are a little small for big chested gals
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Brianna Cocktail Dress
Hutch
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
One of my go-tos for a night out in NYC
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Allia Midi Dress
Saylor
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Super cute - but yes, it's hard to walk or move in it.
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Rozio Dress
Ronny Kobo
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Gorgeous with the matching top.
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Floral Maxi Skirt
Hemant & Nandita
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute - size up if you've got broad shoulders and big tatas.
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Floral Crop Top
Hemant & Nandita
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect Vacation Purse!
I took this to Mexico, and it was the perfect size! It had a strong strap and two large compartments - it fit everything. I even stuffed a sports bra into one side with all my other stuff in the other compartment. It was a great cross-body bag I could dress up or down.
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Sylvia Straw Crossbody
Jason Wu Accessories
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Cute Top with a Little Extra Skin
I didn’t end up wearing it, but it was cute! Great mango color, thicker knit (so you can get away with no bra or nip covers), and compliments the cleavage with being crazy. Would wear again - it fit well in the chest, but if you are smaller chested, you could probably do a S or XS.
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Knit Cut Out Top
Ronny Kobo x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Sexy and Comfy
Didn’t end up wearing it because I had other stuff that’s similar, but it’s meshy, so it’s clingy, stretchy, and very comfortable! A small fit fine - Im usually a size 2; probably could have sized down, so if you like a tighter fit, consider that. May rent again!
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Tie Dye Mesh Maxi Dress
Ronny Kobo x RTR
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Sexy Tamale
Wore this out to a nice dinner in Mexico…this dress gave body and was hot, hot, hot!!! Runs big - I’m usually a 2, and went with XS, which fit perfectly. Be prepared to share lots of chest - wear fashion tape or practice your posture to avoid a wardrobe malfunction. Loved this for a vacation dress!
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Crochet Dress
Ronny Kobo x RTR
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Great for a Black and White Night
Wore this to a B&W night in Mexico. It was flattering, really comfortable, and thick enough to not show any lumps or bumps through. I’m a size 34DD, 125 pounds, 5’7” - it was perfect in the chest but a tiny bit big in the waist (I’m a 26” waist for reference), so I wore a belt to snatch it in and add a pop of color. Loved it and felt sassy n’ classy!
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Striped Sweater Maxi
Club Monaco
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Gorgeous…but not for big tatas
I’m so bummed because this dress is sooo pretty…but it has IBTC cups, and I feel like I’m gonna fall out of the top. I bought it on final sale, so I may go to a tailor and get straps to prevent a wardrobe malfunction. Otherwise, it fits perfectly everywhere else. Go for it, itty bitty t*tty gals!!
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Monaco Gown
Hutch
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Sexy Meets Boho
This is one of my favorite pieces I've rented - perfect for you pear shaped divas! I rented this for a friend's 40th birthday in NYC - we went to a nice restaurant, followed by all-night clubbing. The long, flowing sleeves give this a boho feel, but the lace and cut make it elegant enough for a night out. The print is also gorgeous and versatile for different seasons. It's a bit tighter up top, but for me, it was perfect - I could wear a push up to give the girls a little extra oomph without spilling out of it. It's cut perfectly and hits where it should. There's also ample room through the hips. I will second the comment about the sleeves being a little tight - the armpits are a sewn in a way that makes lifting your arms up more difficult. However, I still danced the entire night in this without feeling overly constricted or uncomfortable. Two thumbs way, way up, and I'd buy it if I could afford it!!
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Cecile Floral Romper
Nicholas
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Cool and Casual for a Summer Day in NYC
This was a fun little romper to wear around town with some friends in NYC. It's really light weight and comfortable, and you can dress it up or down. I dressed it down for running through the subways; however, I could easily have tied it at the neck with a pair of heels and statement earrings for a night out. The colors are also really gorgeous and appear just as the do on the website. I felt like it's a little looser in the waist, so I preferred belting it (I have a pretty small waist with a big ole' booty) - however, you could easily get away with just wearing as is. The romper proportions were good - crotch hit where it was supposed to, waist hit in the correct spot. The medium was a good size as well - It wasn't too tight, and I wanted it to have a blousier fit. Yes, it is short - however, for a hot day of running on and off the subway, I felt stylish without being being too overdone. Would definitely rent again!
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New Horizons Romper
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
HOT LBD Alternative for the Less Basic Girls Out There
This romper was fire!! I rented this for a friend's 40th birthday weekend in NYC, and everyone wore black the first night. It was elegant and classy enough to wear to a really nice restaurant, yet hot enough to go to the club afterward - I got a ton of compliments, and felt like it was a little less basic than a LBD. It's thick material and pretty backless, so if you're tiny chested like me, you can definitely go braless. It fastens at the top at the neck, so you never feel too exposed. The fabric also has structure but some stretch, so you can dance and move freely and still be comfortable. The waist hit at the perfect spot and it was a great length - sometimes, rompers can look dumpy if they aren't cut correctly. Not the case here - the proportions are perfect. I'm a size 4 on top and size 6 on the bottom, and the medium fit like a glove. LOVED IT!!!
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Bertine Romper
Alexis
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Quintessential Kate Spade - Fun and Whimsical
I rented this for a weekend out in NYC. I had been eying it for the right occasion, and I rented this right after Kate Spade's passing. To me, this purse gets to the heart of what made Kate Spade fun to wear - elegant, well made, attention to detail, and playful. It's a good size for your going out essentials - phone, IDs, and a few cosmetic items. While the chain did break (it's a rental and probably been used a lot), the hardware is sturdy, good quality, and long enough to wear this as a cross-body bag. Really fun accent to a LBD, and would totally rent this again!
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Star Bright Owl Clutch
kate spade new york accessories
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
A Sexy, Classy Dress That Was Made for Pears
If you have a lot on the bottom and not much on top, this dress is made for you! I rented this dress for a European cruise I took with my mother, and I wore it on one of our formal nights. It's incredibly low cut, so either practice balancing a book on your head, or invest in some fashion tape. I forgot to buy some, so I sat up very straight at dinner. I found it to be a little bigger on top, but I have almost no chest, so I can see bigger chested gals feeling a little exposed. If you're small on top, though, it's sexy and highlights your back, shoulders, and décolletage. It's more fitted with less give, but the black bands definitely have a little more stretch. Hugged the booty perfectly, and the regular length was perfect with 4 inch heels. The ruffles also some interest and movement to it - I had fun wearing it and got a lot of compliments!
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Striped Ruffle Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Fun, Flirty Little Number to Wear to Dinner in Europe
I rented this for a vacation I took to my mom in Europe and wore it to dinner in Barcelona. This is a great dress for hour glass or pear shapes. It has a thicker fabric, which made it travel well and forgiving of any lumps and bumps. The pattern is beautiful, and this dress is very versatile. I could see dressing it up or down - considered buying it or renting it again for a summer wedding or event. The straps are also adjustable, which is a plus if you have less in the bust area, like me.
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White Gardenia Vintage Dress
Cooper Street
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
As Close As You'll Get to Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman
This dress is amazing. I rented it for a cruise to Europe I took with my mom, and I wore it for formal night. It fit everywhere perfectly, and really hugged my curves nicely. It's a nice, thick material, which meant it didn't wrinkle as much, and was form-fitting without highlighting imperfections. It reminded me of the dress Julia Roberts wore to the opera in Pretty Woman, but in fuchsia. The color is universally flattering, and very true to the photos. I received a ton of compliments - one of top five favorite dresses ever worn! Loved it!!
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Sangria Ruffle Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Classy and Elegant, but a Bit Longer Than Expected
I wore this dress on a cruise to Europe I took with my mom. The lace and color are really beautiful, and this is a very classy dress that has a more modern feel. I'm usually a size 6, and the medium fit perfectly - I could see it fitting tighter on people with a larger bust, but there was definitely enough room in the hips. It's a bit longer than what I was expecting - I'm 5'7", and the bottom of the dress hit mid to low shin. Would definitely rent again for a wedding or cocktail occasion.
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Delila Blue Sheath
Alexis
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Fun and Dramatic
I rented these for a wedding. I didn't end up going with them because the dress had a lot of embroidery, and I thought the earrings would be a little too much - however, these would be so fun for a night out! They're clip ons, but the clips seemed pretty secure when I tried them on. I may rent them again for a night out in NYC in a month - would be really cute with a romper or top!
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Lace Flower Earrings
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful Earrings, but Missing a Rhinestone
These were gorgeous, dramatic earrings I rented with a Marchesa gown for a wedding. They are huge and really pretty, but one earring was missing a rhinestone. With my hair length, it wasn't obviously, so I still wore them. They are clip ons, but stayed pretty secure the whole night. Gave me the bling to make everything pop!
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Teardrop Framed Crystal Earrings
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Perfect detail for the Marchesa gown I rented
Really stunning accents - the pink and purples complimented my dress perfectly. I would agree that it fits a little tight - I have pretty skinny wrists, and it barely closed around it. Gorgeous piece, though.

Pink Crystal Sea Swirl Bracelet
Oscar de la Renta
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34B
Beautiful, Romantic Gown for a Spring Wedding
This dress is absolutely beautiful and flattering in every way (please disregard my husband's ridiculous pose :P ). The detailing on the embroidery is so intricate, and the lace on the black under-lining is gorgeous as well. I felt really beautiful in this dress and got a lot of compliments. I rented a Long, but probably could have gone with a Regular. The embroidered overlay is an inch or two longer than the lining - I'm 5'7" and wore 5" heels, but I still needed to pin up the overlay by about 3". The straps are adjustable, which is really nice. I have 0 boobs, so I probably could have gotten away without a bra, but went with a strapless bra to feel more supported. I'm a 4 on top and a 6 on the bottom, but I'm glad I went with the 6 - if you have a larger rib cage like me, the 4 would probably feel tight. If you're really petite on top, go with the 4 - the skirt gives you plenty of room on the bottom. It's also a really comfortable dress - definitely one of my favorite dresses I've ever worn!
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Embroidered Lace Gown
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D