Carolyn's Reviews
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So many compliments on this dress!
Dress was snug without being too tight and I didn't need Spanx to feel confident in it. I had no issues with it staying up, which is great for an off-the-shoulder dress. Loved the color. I wish I owned this dress!
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Cobalt Off Shoulder Dress
Laundry by Shelli Segal
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Stunning!!
Rented this for a black-tie wedding on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. I rented the 0 and 2 and the 2 fit like a dream. Pros: luxurious material, curve hugging silhouette, SO many compliments. Cons: none!! Note that any underwear you wear WILL show through, so I went with Spanx. Also wore an extra padded bra so that my small bust would adequately fill out the top. I could not have felt more beautiful or elegant in the dress. It was perfect for this event and I highly recommend it!!
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Pink Dulcina Dress
Cinq à Sept
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
A million compliments!
Pros: Everyone absolutely loved this dress- I can't begin to count the number of people who stopped to tell me how beautiful it was. It flowed so gorgeously when walking and with the breeze outside. Looks great with a small bust. Super comfortable and the pockets were a huge plus! Cons: Dress came with a two inch split in the seam right in the front/center where the black fabric meets the striped fabric. Since it was already a back-up that was overnighted, I couldn't do much about it. Runs a bit large around the rib cage, so it was moving quite a bit (glad I had a stick-on bra!!). Straps were a bit too long for me, so I had to keep readjusting. Overall, an absolutely stunning dress that made me feel amazing all night.
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Neutral Stripe Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
So sad I couldn't wear it.
I rented the 0L and 2L for a gala and unfortunately only received the 0L because the previous renter didn't return the 2L on time (not cool!). RTR sent me an alternate dress that I ended up wearing and loved because the 0 was too snug on my hips/butt. I got it on and it looked fantastic, but it was a bit inappropriate for a work event. The 2 definitely would have worked better.
Cobalt Racing Gown
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
RTR saves the day!
I had not originally chosen this dress, but I am so glad I had the opportunity to wear it! Two days before my gala, RTR emailed to let me know someone hadn't returned one of the sizes in time for my originally chosen gown. Of course the size I did receive was too small, so it was time for plan B. This Catherine Deane gown was on my list of alternatives and they sent the 2L with my other dress. I'm not sure whether it was just the zipper or if it wouldn't fit, but the 2L could not be worn. Thankfully, RTR overnighted me the 4L and I was able to get the zipper closed (still a struggle!). Pros: SO comfortable! Gorgeous detailing on the back, great color, cups in the dress so no need for a bra, compliments all night. Cons: One of the bra cups was folded in half and I couldn't fix it to lay flat. The zipper on both sizes was pretty hard to zip at the same spot on both. I felt beautiful and comfortable all night. I'm so grateful that RTR made sure I had a gorgeous dress to wear!
Aqua Elouise Gown
CATHERINE DEANE
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Quality fabric, comfortable dress!
This dress fit like it was made for me! Long enough that it hit near my knee (I'm 5'8) and it was unbelievably comfortable. The fabric is heavy and soft. Really enjoyed wearing this dress.
Green Enchanted Forest Dress
Prabal Gurung
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Runs Insanely Small and SHORT
After reading reviews, I knew this would be small and on the short side, so I planned accordingly to wear it as a shirt. Good thing because it literally did not cover my butt. I wore with leather leggings and a blazer to a holiday party. Very cute, but would not recommend as a dress for anyone over 5'2 and definitely size up. Way up. I'd hate to see what a 0 looks like in this.
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Golden Leaf Teacup Dress
Radenroro
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
A little roomy in the hips.
I received this as a replacement dress and love the pattern. It doesn't look quite as vibrant in person and I would have worn it if an XS has been available. Small fit fine in the upper body, but was a little baggy in the hips, so I wore the other dress that fit me better. I will definitely rent this in an XS in the future.
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Addison Sheath
Hunter Bell
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Beautiful dress. Rides up when walking.
I received this as a replacement dress and really loved the pattern. It fit beautifully and the thick material hid underwear lines. For my height, it was borderline and probably would have been fine, but rode up significantly when I walked. Worked perfectly with a black jacket for a cool fall evening and made me feel a tad more comfortable at the fancy restaurant since the length was so short. Not sure I recommend this dress to tall girls unless you're looking for a very short dress.
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Russian Enamel Dress
Clover Canyon
Size Worn: XS
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Fit, but stained.
I absolutely loved this dress and was so bummed that I couldn't wear it. Deep V in the back warrants a low back bra. Stain on the abdomen that looked like previous wearer spilled and the treatment left a watermark, so it was unfortunately unwearable. Luckily RTR has amazing customer service and is overnighting me two more options to try out for my birthday!
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Go For the Goal Dress
Issa
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Tons of compliments!!
I rented my usual size (2) and a size down based on other reviews. The 0 fit perfectly. Pros: Eye-catching, received a million compliments, open back adds some sexiness, good length on my tall frame Cons: Smelled like perfume when I received it (maybe it wasn't worn but only tried on before being sent to me, but it definitely smelled like perfume), small tears near the side panels, some hanging strings and pulls Overall, a beautiful dress that I'm so glad I rented! Would absolutely recommend!
Eyes of Gold Dress
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Great customer service. Not my original choice.
RTR contacted me the day before my dress was supposed to arrive to let me know that the previous renter had not returned in time, so I was unable to get my dress. This dress was my third choice of alternatives, so that was pretty disappointing. It's a beautiful dress, just not what I had planned on. I received tons of compliments all night and many people asked where I got it. The dress fit well, but was a bit large in the bust. I would recommend girls with a small bra size and narrow rib cage size down. I definitely could have worn a 0. Also, wear a black racer back bra. Bra may peek out of the large arm holes a little bit. Thanks for getting me the new dress so quickly! I ended up loving it!
Underneath The Stars Dress
SACHIN BABI
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 120lbs
Bust: 32A
Gorgeous color!
Rented this for my sister to wear to our cousin's wedding. The 4 and 6 were different shades of blue which was interesting. She couldn't get the arms of the 4 over her new mommy biceps, so definitely size up if you work out! The 6 fit, but was baggy in the bust. Overall, she was happy with the dress and received many compliments.
Alice Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 32A