Carole's Reviews
All reviews by Carole
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Gorgeous color, way too much t*ts
There is so much to love about this dress, but if you are a D+, fo-get-a-bout-it! Tape would not help this situation. I am jealous of you C minus girls. I gave it four stars for that reason only.
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Orchid Twist Front Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Perfect for outdoor evening party
I wore a chunky cz 16" necklace lots of gold bracelets and brocade cream and red booties. I didn't need a coat, I was perfectly comfortable. It has a clingy fit and it's really versatile
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Bold Sweater Dress
EVIDNT
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
very warm dress for cold outdoor party
I wore this with spanx leggings and a long-sleeved body suit under this dress, so I sized up. It still runs small. Normally, I wear size 6/S. Definitely order up and one size larger for free back up. I added a black leather moto jacket and boots. It looked great! The event was a Best -Dressed fund raiser and I was very comfy. I wore with chandelier earrings of grey silver metal that matched perfectly
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Sequin Lola Sheath
Dress The Population
Size Worn: L
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
unique touches, gorgeous color, very flattering fit
I rented this dress for a fundraiser I was chairing. The theme was "A Royal Event." ala Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry. I had a tiara to keep in theme and it went well together. I got so many compliments. The dress color is more pink than burgundy. I paired with fuschia pumps and sapphire jewelry. I am a little too short-waisted for the nude middle. The fabric would bunch slightly if I didn't sit up perfectly straight, so I had great posture all night! I wore with nude demi-bra that did not show through and control top nude hose. It looked fantastic!
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Magenta Midriff Lace Cocktail Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Runs small if use to American sizes
I rented this for a big young professionals fund raiser where the theme was "Best-dressed" The dress is beautifully made and fit like a glove. I wore support hose and corset and it fit comfortably and looked great. I wore a black thin choker with crystals and drop earrings, barely black hose and black patent pumps. The lace sleeves and asymmetrical top gave it an amazing look. The gathered hem was just sexy enough. It is very short and I am only 5'3" This is closer to European sizes, so get ready to possibly size up
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Vicky Dress
Parker
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Did not wear for my event, but wore to Church & brunch
I ordered a size down since I had ordered other dresses for the event and this was a back up. It fit snugly in the upper body and perfectly in the waist. The draping of this dress is so flattering and unique. It is classic and feminine. Looked great at Church and brunch at an upscale restaurant. I wore it with a large gold chain necklace with a medallion, barely black hose and black patent pumps
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West Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
lots of compliments on the color & style
I wore this with turquoise jewelry-necklace and ring, nude pumps. Got lots of compliments on the color of the dress. I wore to a fundraising meeting. The size 8 wasn't available, but the 10 skimmed my figure. The material is thick, but in the air conditioned office, I wasn't freezing for once!
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Amalia Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
This dress is so beautiful!
This dress is so flattering and beautifully made. I wore this to a wine dinner fundraiser at an upscale restaurant. The embroidery on the dress looks hand done and is so rich in color. I wore with fuchsia suede pumps and minimal jewelry because of the metallic thread, just earrings. You have to wear a strapless bra. The hips were snug, but the waist was loose. Fit perfectly on top.
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Lizette Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Wore to "White Haute" party
Everyone was requested to wear white to the fundraiser pool party. This dress has thin black pinstripes that are strategically placed to slim, which is helpful when wearing white when curvy! It has a fun cutout at the shoulder and waist. Wear a nude balconette bra so the the strap doesn't show at the top cutout. I wore fuschia heels and black onyx,silver and black crystal bangles and hoop earrings.
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Raina Stripe Sheath
1 by O2nd
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Very short!!
This fit well, but very short. I wore it with heels and leggings that matched the lines in the dress. It looked really cute. I am 5'3", so this dress is very short.
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Etched Sheath
RVN
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
No slouching or your bra will show
This dress has a great shape. The cut out at the ribs will show your bra, but if you stand or sit up straight, it's not a problem. I wore it with nude pumps and a collar necklace.
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Navy Raina Sheath
1 by O2nd
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Flattering fit-no one else had anything on like it
I wore this for my son's graduation from law school. The cocktail length was perfect for the occasion and going out to dinner after. The subtle beading and sequins added just enough bling. The color is a little richer than navy. I paired w/black pumps, sapphire earrings and chunky silver/crystal bracelets. The beaded illusion neckline made a necklace unnecessary. It fit like it was made for me
Charlotte Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
demure, but sexy at the same time
Wore with a strapless bra, corset and spanx. It felt flawless all night. The pleats at the side were a fun inspiration. The slit at the top was just a hint of cleavage. The color is a purple burgundy, not red.
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Burgundy Kate Sheath
Chiara Boni La Petite Robe
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
lace too worn to wear
Unfortunately the frock had seen better days. RTR was wonderful as usual giving me a refund. Wish everyone had such great customer service!
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Girls Will Be Girls Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
unusual green sparkles
Just the right amount of subdued sparkle in a gorgeous winter green shade. I rented XS b/c that's all they had, way too small for a usual size 6. Will rent again in a small for sure!
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Sequin Shamrock Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
no other dress like it; can be dressed up or down
Wore this to a Christmas party at a friend's house. Took an idea from a previous renter and paired it with over the knee black patent leather kitten heel boots and barely black nylons. Wore chunky faux emerald & diamond earrings, no necklace-the dress is bejeweled enough!
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Prism Gem Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
NYE
Very flattering fit-no other dress like it @ party! Wore w/black pumps & barely black tights., silver sparkly bracelets & ruby ring & earrings
Pinot Dress
David Meister
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Just enough sparkle
The upper body is very stiff plus the party we were going to was much more casual then the event which I originally rented the dress for-all that to say I wore it backwards like a jacket & it looked great! Got lots of compliments. I could have worn like a dress backwards too, if the occasion was more formal. Just a weird fitting cut
Stardust Dress
allison parris
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
runs small/bands @ arms & skirt tight
This was my back up for NYE that didn't work either. RTR saved the day by going over an exhaustive list of what was left in my size and sent another dress I did wear and LOVE! I gave this three stars b/c of the odd fit. I will consider renting it again, but will size up. It is a very interesting LBD
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Sheer Brilliance Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
not for short waisted
This dress didn't fit my body type at all. When pulled down to waist, the top seated much lower than on the model. The back was very loose and also hung very low. Had to return
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Back to Back Sheath
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
not for D cups and above
This was a back up that RTR graciously sent me since the first back up didn't come in my size. I tried another nicole miller that was in this style and it was too small, as well. Other NM's fit me fine. Luckily the first back up worked!!!
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Pretty Woman Lace Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Beautiful architectural structure on this dress
This was an emergency replacement for NYE. Tilley was great helping me find a dress-it took a good bit of looking! Normally, I would have worn an 8, but this was all that was available. The cut of the dress was so feminine, it looked great
Red Snapper Dress
ZAC Zac Posen
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
collar is a problem
I should have stuck with the 44. The 46 was way big and the only reason it wasn't ridiculous looking was b/c it's cut so well. I would rent again in the smaller size if it weren't for the collar. I asked my mom if it was a 60's look to have the collar sort of in/out and she said no. I love this designer and the color, as well. I wore it to church and brunch w/ my son's friends, so it was more than appropriate.
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Courtess Ruffle Dress
Moschino
Size Worn: 46
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
beautifully made/cut dress
I would have given this 5 stars, but it was looking a bit faded after so many cleanings. All in all, it is an exquisitely made dress. It is very low cut, so I wore a red lace camisole bra that just covered the bottom of my cleavage (DD) so I didn't look cheap or desperate for attention. Paired w/ ruby/ gold bijou earrings and citrine ring, pearl Chanel bracelet. Black pumps only b/c I couldn't pack more shoes, otherwise I would have worn red. It was a roomy 6/12. The drop waist made me look gamine!
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Jeweled Patchwork Dress
Matthew Williamson
Size Worn: 12
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
sent b/c other dress ordered damage
Lovely dress sent when other was too damaged to send. The color is jewel like. Will keep it on my love list!!
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Such A Duchess Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
RTR sent as back up when other dress damaged
This lovely dress was sent to make up for another that couldn't be shipped. Didn't wear it, but will keep in on my love list!
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Portrait of Elegance Shift
Trina Turk
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
looked custom made!!
This dress was fabulous! The thick material really held me in. The color was gorgeous and I got tons of compliments. It is VERY low cut, so if you are a C or above, it will show your whole cleavage. I didn't think it was appropriate for my husband's business fund raiser, so I wore a lace camisole bra that had burgundy insets and it looked like part of the dress. If I were out with just him, I would have worn a regular bra. I felt like an Italian movie star!
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Love At First Sight Dress
Z Spoke Zac Posen
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
strange fit/did not wear
This dress was snug at the armholes and I don't have big arms. It was also tight across the chest and loose from waist down. It just did not lay right at all for a hourglass figure. If you are apple-y with skinny arms and legs, this is the dress for you! I chose this with the back up in an 8 (would have been huge!), but the 2nd dress was damaged so they sent me a 4 & 6 of a Trina Turk from my Heart section. I told them to choose and they picked well! They also sent me a beautiful crystal bracelet & earrings! Thanks, RTR!
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Ernestina Lace Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
sweet modest dress
This dress is perfect for an engagement or wedding shower, meeting the parents, work event, Easter brunch, graduation, in other words, anywhere you need/want to be ladylike. It has a heavy satiny liner and if you are not model height, it will come to your knees or slightly longer. I wore it to church and hanging out with my family since I didn't wear it to my birthday party.
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Peach Dip Dye Dress
Trina Turk
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
lovely sundress
I rented this for my birthday party as a back up. RTR gave me $50 coupon, so I couldn't lose! The dress is sherbert-y orange with a darker orange liner. The belt matches the liner for a nice contrast. It was a bit tight in the chest but perfect in the waist. If you are larger than a C and don't have a small waist, size up. It will make you look as though you do. I ended up wearing it to go to lunch and run errands on my big day. Got lots of compliments.
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Sweet Virginia Scoop Dress
Ali Ro
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34D
Love Shoshonna!
This designer really makes the best dresses for hourglass figure. It was slightly snug in the bust, but fit perfectly in the waist. The pockets were a cute touch! I wore it to a graduation dinner at an upscale restaurant. I paired it with nude platform sandals, sapphire and amethyst jewelry and a fuchsia Kate Spade purse. The lace was in perfect, like new condition.
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Lace Ceclie Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Very flattering stripes
Since this dress was a knit, I ordered a larger size than usual and am very glad I did! I wore this to my son's graduation b/c it was the school's colors. The red is really closer to orange w/ a lighter peach highlighting stripe. The stripes seemed to be strategically placed to accent the waist and just under the bust for a slimming effect. I wore w/ Spanx and big gold necklace and gold hoop earrings and nude mid heel sandals. The dress is very well made, classy, but just snug enough to be feminine, not business-like.
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Thompson Dress
A.L.C.
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
WORE THIS FOR SON'S GRADUATION FROM AUBURN
This dress looks completely different from picture. It has metallic thread running through it and it is orange, not peach. That was fine, b/c the school's colors are orange & blue! It is cut beautifully, but the zipper kept falling down about an inch which was annoying. I still couldn't give it less stars, though, b/c I felt like Sophia Loren! The top is roomy enough for D+ girls and still modest enough to cover it all. I was worried it would be too dressy for the small college graduation ceremony, but it's the South, so all the girls dress up. I wore it to dinner later that evening, too. I paired it with gold metallic mid heel slides, ivory and gold bangles and coral and turquoise earrings.
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Sunkiss Glow Sheath
Yoana Baraschi
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Modest, but not matronly
This dress is perfect for a work, church or professional event where you don't want your figure the center of attention, but still want to look good. It's a beautiful subdued emerald green. I wore it to a church event in the evening with gold and pearl jewelry and nude mid-heel sandals. I love wearing the peplum while it's in style-it's so flattering for an hourglass figure and gives you curves if you are straight. The pleats are very pretty!
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On A Roll Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
very flattering, feminine dress
Since Lillie Pulitzer dresses aren't designed by Lille anymore, I haven's been able to fit into them the way I used to, until this dress! It even had the label & extra pearl replacement button still on! It fit perfectly and the lace was such a nice touch. It's a real original design for LP. I wore it with a pearl choker, earrings and bracelets and nude platform sandals to a wine dinner and felt very elegant, but comfortable. Since I'm short, the bodice was a bit long, but I needed the extra room being a 34 D+ so it wasn't noticeable. The peplum really nips in your waist and the back with the pearl button is such an interesting touch-wear your hair up!
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Kiri Dress
Lilly Pulitzer
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
RUNS SMALL IN BUST FOR D+ CUPS
The size 6 fit, but the top cut across my breasts. The 8 wasn't that much better and was looser in the waist and hips. Couldn't wear, but luckily, my back up was beautiful!
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Sequin Tyrian Purple Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
GAVE LESS STARS B/C DRESS WAS GETTING TOO WORN
This was my back up choice and stood in well. I wore it to a white tie & tails Mardi Gras formal. The length was perfect w/ 3.5 " heels. The back is slightly longer and has a nice drape, but not long enough that anyone stepped on it. It is a rose gold sequins and VERY plunging. I taped myself into my bra made for that type of neckline and it worked perfectly. My husband held my hand all night! I paired the dress with a simple earring & small necklace and big sparkly bangles on one arm. My only complaint is the drape at the hip had come away and I thought it was noticeable, but I was desperate for a dress. Also, it was obvious other wearers had pinned the top together, b/c there were pin holes inside.
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Crystal Pop Gown
Mark & James by Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
perfect for St. Valentine's Day
Nicole Miller is always a winner for me! I wore this for my St. Valentine's date with my husband and got so many compliments! I paired it with blingy ruby earrings, an understated ruby necklace and ring. I wore leopard pumps and very sheer barely black hose. Finished with big hair and I felt beautiful, even my kids said so! The dress is a nice jersey material, needs spanx, but is very comfortable. If you are D cup or more, size up. I wore with a strapless bra and the elastic liner at the chest held it in place nicely.
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Bit of Sass Dress
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
Perfect party dress for Moulin Rouge-themed fund raiser!
I wore this to a large fund raiser where the theme was Beaux Arts, but it was really more Moulin Rouge, so I accented the look accordingly. I wore a sparkly black choker, black sparkly bangles and my hose were nude with black line down the back of the leg. I wore platform nude pumps. The lace overlay is a beautiful navy/cobalt blue and the nude tulle skirt was so filmy & pretty. It nipped perfectly at my waist and my husband followed me around everywhere! It is a bit short; on my 5'3" height it was 2" above the knee, so no bending at the waist, just the knees!!
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Time of Your Life Dress
nha khanh
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD
LOVE this dress/did not wear
The only reason I didn't wear this dress is b/c it was my back up size and my husband preferred my first choice. It fit me like a glove, just perfectly, not too tight or loose. The length was perfect, too. Will save it for future formal affair.
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Blue Nile Falls Gown
David Meister
Size Worn: 6R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34DD