Katie's Reviews
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Great Silhouette
I wore this no less than 4 times while renting, lots of compliments and just a great feminine shape!
Angela Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
Feel frumpy
Added a belt to give myself a little shape, overall fits large, just felt frumpy in it. Beautiful fabric.
Pink Tweed Mini Dress
N Natori
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
Waffled white dress was casual chic with dressed up jewelry
Super comfortable and oversized, waffle, white dress with cute button, detail and appropriately styled V. Paired with dressy or jewelry to wear to work in a business casual setting and got lots of compliments.
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Textured Button Dress
NIC + ZOE
Size Worn: XL
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
So easy & elegant!
True to size, I have large hips (true pear) and this fit great for hips and smaller upper body. A little longer than tea length for me (5'6") but really elegant and fun. I received a TON of compliments. It has pockets! Wore for a gala in November.
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Floral Jacquard Midi Dress
Aidan Mattox
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 190lbs
Bust: 34C
Sweet Southern Dress
This prairie style dress is spring/fall perfect! With long sleeves that can be pushed up, dressed up or down with boots or heels. Lots of compliments.
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Floral Smocked Dress
Sweet Baby Jamie
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 170lbs
Bust: 34C
Not for curvy gals
Extremely low cut and cut rather awkwardly for hips and bust. Love the designer but this one missed the mark
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Printed Josephine Dress
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 169lbs
Bust: 34C
Just OK
It looked much better on and although I did receive several compliments, it didn't make me feel confident. Just an OK look and does run a bit large.
Astrid Floral Apron Wrap Dress
B Collection by Bobeau
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Rented for Ladies Leadership Luncheon
The perfect showstopper that projects a classic look. So many compliments on this one. Paired with a thin black belt I already had and black heels, pearls to complete the look.
Vena Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Size down
This silhouette is made for a pear shape but runs large. I suggest sizing down. Perfect for a summer picnic or casual outdoor wedding. Can dress up with heels or down with sneakers.
Blue Stripe Day Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute but runs small
For those with wider hips and large thighs, size up. Unfortunately, I was unable to wear this dress as it was simply too tight in the hips.
Navy Cross Hatch Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Nice Fall dress
Although Draper James is typically not made for curvy gals, this one seemed to run bigger than normal. I typically size up in this brand and that was unnecessary for this particular dress.
Navy Bell Sleeve Dress
Draper James
Size Worn: 14
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Love the details
An otherwise plain dress, the little details on the sleeve make this dress. Although a sheath silhouette is not generally a selection for a curvy gal, the hips are roomy. There is a little too much room here even for me, but once on, it worked ok.
Navy Trinu Dress
L.K. Bennett
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute for curvy gal
Although the buttons gap a bit, it was an easy fix with a safety pin. The dress is flattering for big hipped gals and even has pockets! Winner!
Pink Sleeveless Ruffle Neck Dress
J.Crew
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
This chic dress is so subtle but packs major wow factor!
Although I have wide hips and large rear, this dress fit a curvy body-style nicely. It is a vibrant blue and is a major show stopper in its simplicity.
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Tulip Sheath
Donna Morgan
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
A wonderful summer brunch or afternoon wedding piece. This material is super breezy and lightweight!
The dress is a very comfortable size 12 dress. The tie adds a little bit of shape to the dress. The length was to my ankles (height 5'5"). Received tons of compliments and I will rent this one again for sure!
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Striped Tillis Dress
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
Nice but forgettable
Great for the office just to change up the wardrobe. I wore a black long sleeve underneath so as to not cover up the collar details (as opposed to a jacket). Overall nice but not unforgettable.
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Jeanie Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
Overall, a nice everyday work dress for the office/meetings.
Hip area/stomach shows all so Spanx may be in your future if you desire a smooth look (I did, they worked great). Love the little cap sleeve so you don't feel like a summer dress in winter. Color is deep green and photographs dark. Overall, a nice everyday work dress for the office/meetings.
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Emerald Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 200lbs
Bust: 36C
Runs extremely small in hips
If you a pear shape like me, this dress will hug you tightly and has the potential to look fantastic but it was too tight for me to wear. May try a larger size.
Emerald Piper Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Classy & sexy all in one
Wore for a fall wedding and received tons of compliments. Loved the length and classy appeal. Would definitely rent this one again!
Mauve Marois Dress
Jay Godfrey
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute but just that
Looking for more of a wow factor but the dress was very classy. Only negative is that the waist was a little small at the rib cage area.
Hourglass Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Cute but tight in ribs
I'm a true 10-12 & after reading reviews decided to go with the 12. I'm smallest at my rib cage and this was probably the tightest dress I've ever worn in that area. I would definitely size up. Love the pockets and fit everywhere else!
Purple Gabi Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C
Classic Style
This structured, classic dress garnered numerous compliments at a conference and later through office meetings. Super comfy but runs a little big. I am in love!
Navy Stretch Textured Dress
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 165lbs
Bust: 34C