Gretchen's Reviews
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Comfortable depending on your comfort with cleavage.
Loved the pockets and full skirt. Was not really sure what do with the sash but just pulled it back and tied a knot, no bow; the long ties just blended into the skirt. The top is pretty and I opted to not wear a bra (it would show because the v neck basically dips below the bra line in the front. It drew a lot of attention, I probably would have enjoyed more self more with a more modest dress. The dress itself was comfortable
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Sequin Top Midi Dress
LDT
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34D
Warm for summer!
These are very comfortable, love the high waist. Just felt super warm for spring.
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Faux Leather Straight Pants
Levi's
Size Worn: 28R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Pretty color, well made
I needed something orange for an alaskan cruise, but I didn't bring this on the cruise after all. Body conscious, felt too wintery. I am 5'6" and this fell at my ankles, longer than on the model.
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Sleeveless Sweater Dress
Victor Alfaro x RTR
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Fashionable top for a fall look
Rented this because i needed something orange - I did not end up wearing. The top was really cute, a bit see through, very light weight, a bit synthetic feeling but a pretty color and very stylish with the crop look, paired with high waisted pants
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Gwen Velvet Crop Top
Ronny Kobo
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Heavy sweater, flattering
The sweater fit well and was a high quality but super warm. Rented for an alaskan cruise and didn't realize people dress like it is a lot warmer on cruises because everything is indoors!
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Asymmetrical Sweater
Peter Som x RTR
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Very comfortable and easy to wear
I thought this dress was super cute, definitely body-con but you could wear it with shape wear. Sleeves were the right length and fabric had comfortable stretch. Buttons are real so could come unbuttoned if the dress fit very tightly.
Red Column Dress
N12H
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34D
Cleavage done right
I'm so bummed out I don't have a photo of me in this dress. Lots of compliments from women. This dress really flatters the bust, and draws attention to that area with the dramatic crossover halter. I don't like plunging necklines or things that show cleavage usually, so this dress just has something going on which flatters that area and still keeps it classy (lift/separation, not too much skin). I am a 34 C/D, about 145 lbs, 5'6", athletic. I wore a strapless bra to fill out the chest as I think this dress actually runs large; I wore an 8 but would have been interested in trying on a 6. Bottom of dress was long on me, hit a couple of inches below my knees - not like the photo at all! I also had to make sure that I tugged the dress down to keep the crossover straps from buckling (I used fashion tape). I have a short torso and I think this dress would be better for long torsos. Aside from not liking the shin-length lower half of this dress, it rates 5 stars for me. Part of the reason for this is that it was probably THE favorite dress of my husband's of all time - and I rent a lot of dresses for formal events.
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Black Halter Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Did not end up wearing it
Just looked inexpensive and the gold had faded/burnished. Clasp was just simple and it showed because of my short hair. Went with something more simple but higher quality of my own.
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Gold Layered Crystal and Pearl Necklace
Slate & Willow Accessories
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Very comfortable - lots of stretch
I wasn't crazy about the cottony appearance of the fabric, was a little less formal than I was hoping. But I loved the stretch and felt the dress was flattering on, especially with the ruching. Some women might be able to wear this with no bra, but I felt a strapless bra looked best under it.
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Floral Sweetheart Sheath
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Very comfortable - pockets
I felt this runs a little larger than most RTR. It is loose-fitting, but the 8 was really loose around the armpit area, so I went with the 6, even though I usually wear an 8. The 6 was still loose. I loved the pockets in this dress, and that shows off plenty of leg but still looks classy. Kind of refreshing to not have to worry about cleavage or sucking in your stomach all night! I wore it with a strapless bra and worked perfectly.
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Pink Origami Fold Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Really easy to wear
I liked this dress - no special bra required, no need to hold in the abs all evening, good length on 5'6" frame. Well lined so not see through. Just a simple, flattering, comfortable dress.
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Cyrano Shift
Milly
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D
Eye catching and easy to wear
I loved that this dress wasn't fussy; you could wear any bra and didn't have to suck your stomach in all night! It is pretty heavy, but hey, you'll never have to iron it! If you are sensitive to tags and such, the sequins might bother you, but it was fine for an evening. I wore it to a weeknight cocktail style charity auction and felt right at home in the VIP lounge. I usually wear a 6-8 and wore a 6 in this.
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Eyelash Shift
Rachel Zoe
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Just not the right look for me
This was sent to me as a replacement dress since the one I ordered didn't get returned. It was different...I kind of liked the idea of the tulle and lace but it just looked kind of marmy on me, and the waist lacked definition which I kind of need because I'm pretty rectangular. I know other users have raved about it so I'm thinking I might not have the right look for it.
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Pleasantville Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect for Derby Party!
I rented this for a Kentucky Derby themed party and received many compliments, paired with a black and white hat. The fit was pretty amazing - had plenty of room through the hips and fit pretty well in the chest. The fabric is cotton and has no stretch at all. The only issue with fit that I had was across the back. I think that because I am short-waisted, there was a little gapping on either strap so I had to tape it to keep my bra from being exposed. Someone with a broad back and/or longer torso would likely not have this issue.
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Thar Desert Wind Sheath
Rahul Mishra
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 148lbs
Bust: 34D