Barbara's Reviews
All reviews by Barbara
TOP CONTRIBUTORTOP CONTRIBUTOR
23 reviews
Easy elevated jackets
I’ve rented this twice and absolutely love it. I’d buy it, but can tell that it won’t hold up and that the sleeves will pill and get holes. It’s ultra comfortable and very flattering. It’s definitely a a casual daytime look.
Member Fit Notes
Singrid Wool Jacket
Splendid
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Soft and easy sweater
A little snug, but soft and comfy. I wore it to work and casual wine bar with friends.
Member Fit Notes
Luxe Plaid Jacquard Collared Button Up
NAADAM
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Great for New York mild winter day
My family couldn't decide if I looked more like the dad or the mom from Home Alone in this one. The shoulder width is exaggerated even for the 80's and I almost wrote it off as a bad rental. But, I loved that I could throw it over any sweater. It was quite warm and felt classy and on trend in New York. I liked the softness of the material. It was definitely the widest coat that I've ever worn.
Member Fit Notes
Manteau Jacket
Sandro
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 36A
Perfect weight and professional look
I loved this coat for its versatility, grace, and weight. It elevated jeans and t-shirt, or looked great with a work skirt and blouse. It did not work well over bulky, poofy sweaters, but was thick enough for winter over a lighter weight sweater. I wore it in 40- to 50-degree weather comfortably. Probably not great for colder weather, as it drapes rather than zips or buttons. I'd rent it again!
Member Fit Notes
Camden Reversible Coat
Charli
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Steve Jobs and Courtney Love in a good way
Well, another reviewer did not like the grunge-meets-tech-guru vibes. I'm here for it. I live in a rural environment where I can expect to interact with contractors in sweatpants and crocs in one minute and business professionals in full suits in the next breath. This was a great work option for me. It fit me like a glove. I felt confident and comfortable all day.
Member Fit Notes
Raprisera Dress
Maje
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
husky sweater with warmth
I felt too broad in this sweater and thought it was utterly unflattering. The waist was wide, the shoulders were broad, and the length hit right at my waist in a way that made the proportions strange. I liked some of the seam details, and I usually like trendy sweaters that can be "a look." This was not that. It looked blah and like I was trying too hard all at once.
Member Fit Notes
Riley Puff Sleeve Sweater
Ulla Johnson
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
90's retro bellbottoms
I love every pair of jeans from the Mother brand. They are soft like butter and seem to fit perfectly each time. These are no exception. They did fit very long on me and did not look like the model at all. I had to wear healed boots with them or they dragged on the ground. I think that they looked better at the longer length!
Member Fit Notes
The Weekender Jeans
MOTHER
Size Worn: 28
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Warm and comfortable look
I've rented this sweater three times, so I must love it. I don't find it itchy. It's easy to throw on with jeans for the weekend or with a skirt for work. It's got enough style to carry the outfit. It is warm enough for me to wear without a jacket in weather 55 degrees and higher, which is nice because the sweater is kind of heavy. I like the sleeves aren't ballooned or extra wide as it does fit under my jackets.
Member Fit Notes
Heavy Knit Patchwork Sweater
Peter Pilotto
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Flirty youthful weekend blouse
The crop wasn't too short, and hit at my natural waist. The lace material was a bit cheaper than I usually go for, which made it more appropriate for someone in their 20's or younger, but in my ripe old age, I made it work. I liked the square neck and the fit was very comfortable, yet body conforming. I wore it with a fitted black skirt and felt good. It would be most appropriate for a casual dinner with friends.
Member Fit Notes
Eyelet Sleeve Crop Top
Louna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Cool details for a work blouse
I preferred this loose but then felt a bit marshmallow-ish. It has a Brit-rock vibe to me. I liked it for work. It's a tad sheer, but was comfortable throughout the day with cami.
Member Fit Notes
Adeliza Plume Shirt
AllSaints
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
Anachronistic coat with contemporary comfort
My favorite rental ever. It fit me, not just my body, but my mind. Go listen to the Chatham Rabbits. Wear this to their concert. Feel at one with the universe and then feel embarrassed when the singer finds you after the show to ask you where you got that jacket.
Member Fit Notes
Goldfinch Patchwork Jacket
Banjanan
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
Ragged Jacket
I suppose that it was nice to have a beater jacket to throw on for the baseball field. But that's where my compliments end. If you want an amazing shacket, get that red and blue No. 21 on RHR instead. The quality comparison is night and day. The fleece was kind of matted, and I wasn't sure if that was the syle or from wear. But even without that, the colors were muted, and blah. It will not get you compliments and will make you look like a broke trucker.
Member Fit Notes
Autumn Shirt Jacket
Madewell
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Too cool for school
This dress is an attention grabber. I wore it to an important, but pretty casual meeting, and the attendees (men and women) ALL talked about this dress at the end. I then wore it to a fundraiser that evening, and I could feel all eyes on me too. I also wore it to the dentist, and he normally says NOTHING, but went on about the dress. It was a bit TOO much attention, and I only could wear it one time because it was just too darn memorable. The wool was very high quality. I don't think that this dress is for everyone. I agree with another reviewer that the neck and armbands are pretty thick. It had a retro 90's rave vibe to me (as someone who actually used to go to those at that time). I should have rented a small as the dress was a bit loose around the waist, but I'd say that it does run true to size.
Member Fit Notes
Cycling Dress
Marina Moscone
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Spring vibes and puffy sleeves
Overall, I enjoyed this and it felt great in my air-conditioned office. The sleeves were longer than I had expected but very wide and comfortable. It would not work under a jacket, but the season was right and I didn't need one. I would have ranked it a five, except that the button on the back made it kind of annoying as a warmer layer. I was at my son's baseball game and kept getting hot and then cold and felt ridiculous fiddling with the small button each time. I also thought that the item was a bit heavy (not warm, but weighed a lot). The syle points made up for all of that though.
Member Fit Notes
Miro Sweater
ba&sh
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Butter soft jeans
These were very comfortable and stylish. I loved the fit and wash of the jeans. They are very casual, and I couldn't pull them off in the office, but found that I wanted to live in them on the weekends and in the evenings. I miss them already, and now I want to try other styles from this brand.
Member Fit Notes
The Insider Crop Step Jeans
MOTHER
Size Worn: 27
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Forgettable leather jacket
This is the first item that I've rented and not worn even once. I sized up, and should not have. Note that it does run true to size, although some reviewers noted that it runs small. I suppose in winter, sizing up would allow a sweater. I recently moved to a more humid environment, but had some evening work events to attend and thought that this would work. No. It turns out leather is always an awkward choice in the moist weather where I live. It just felt sticky and cheaper than it is. I didn't like the collar on this either. It was a bit more masculine than other leather jackets I've tried.
Member Fit Notes
Quilted Panel Leather Jacket
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Really comfy, easy to style spring jeans
I loved the way that my butt looked in these. I sized down per other reviewers advice, and when I first put them on, I thought that I'd made a mistake. They were a bit tight in the waist at first, but I typically wear a 27-28 depending on the brand. I'd ordered a 26, and they looked tiny, but did loosen up during the day and now I don't want to send them back. The only thing keeping me from getting them is that I don't live a white jeans kinds of life. My son was kicking his dirty shoes at my legs, I dropped a small amount of ketchup, I'm constantly heading into dirt and mud...alas, I loved them while I had them. I might search for them in a light blue wash to own.
Member Fit Notes
White 721 High Rise Skinny Jeans
Levi's
Size Worn: 26R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 145lbs
Bust: 38B
Statement piece for work video meeting
This fit like it was made for me. I loved the colors and the cut. I took off one star because it simply wrinkled too easily!
Member Fit Notes
Printed Rosella Dress
Temperley London
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
Fall weekend vibes, but for tiny waist and big booty
I really loved these, but should have ordered a size down. It fit like it was designed for Kim Kardashian, and I just didn't have the booty to fill it out enough, but it fit in the waist, so I don't know. I thought that they were comfortable and different and I would rent them again.
Member Fit Notes
Auburn Flared Jeans
See by Chloé
Size Worn: 40R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
Stylish jumpsuit that can go day to night
As others stated, this ran a little large on top. I needed a size down overall. I found this to be really comfortable overall and had an elevated, executive feel. I rented it in the winter, but would actually rent it in slightly warmer fall/spring weather as I found it difficult to style this with my winter shoes. The fabric is high quality, but wrinkled. I came to work feeling really fancy, and left feeling a little disheveled.
Member Fit Notes
Chacha Jumpsuit
Iro
Size Worn: 36R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
A slick and dapper look for any outfit
I miss this coat. It was a wonderful staple that elevated my work look each day. It runs a little narrow in the shoulders and arms which made it harder to wear with some bulky sweaters.
Member Fit Notes
Dree Teco Coat
AllSaints
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfortable and warm work wear
These were nice work pants. I enjoyed the high waist, and they were comfortable. I did feel like they were a little loose on me when standing, but then a bit tight in the thighs sitting, so a smaller size wouldn't have worked. I felt like they looked like I was heading to a budget meeting. Very professional, but not cool enough to wear socially.
Member Fit Notes
Black Combo Plaid Pants
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A
Comfy, warm, and brilliant
I enjoyed wearing this during the winter. It was snuggly and warm and paired great with jeans, but also nice enough for work. It's a little itchy, but now tight, so it didn't bother me.
Member Fit Notes
Intarsia Patchwork Sweater
See by Chloé
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 123lbs
Bust: 36A