Rachel's Reviews
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Perfect third trimester option
For those who don't love bump-hugging dresses (like me!) this was an excellent option to wear to a wedding during my third trimester. The fabric is breathable and of good quality. I recommend ordering your normal Elizabeth and James size in this dress, as the only fitted portion of the dress is the neck. I sized up and it felt like there was a little too much fabric. But, despite that, I loved the dress and was very comfortable all night.
Cavan Midi Gown
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Chic yet conservative enough for an office party.
I loved this chic yet conservative style for a holiday party. Although the size 2 fit, it was a little tight on my hips, so I sized up to the 4, which was a little large up top. For ladies who are pear shaped, I'd consider sizing up. Overall, loved the fit and will rent this style again.
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Black Cropped Bell Sleeve Dress
Jill Jill Stuart
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Great color, great fit.
The color is stunning in person -- perfect for a summer event. The neckline is very interesting, as is the hemline/finish of the dress. I definitely recommend wearing spanx underneath -- the dress leaves little to the imagination. The dress was incredibly fun to wear, the fabric was breathable, yet structured, and the length was appropriate for a wedding. Definitely will be renting this one again.
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Blue Parrot Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Could've been more flattering.
The dress was too large overall. The bodice accentuated my hips in a way that was unflattering and was large in the bust and waist. The length was also an issue -- even with 4 inch heels, people stepped on the dress (including me) the whole night. I really wanted to like this one, but it was not the right fit for my body.
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Synergy Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Soft and romantic
I loved how this dress flowed. Also, because the dress is a hi/lo style, it didn't make me feel overdressed for the summer wedding I wore this to. The only issue I had with this was with the buttons in the back of the dress -- after many attempts from many people, we just couldn't get the buttons to fasten.
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Hi Lo Flirt Gown
Nicole Miller
Size Worn: 0R
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Great fabric, bad fit.
The fabric is lovely and unique. Unfortunately, though, the fit was terrible -- it cut me in all of the wrong places. Made me look large on the bottom and flat on the top.
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Lucky For You Lace Dress
Haute Hippie
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Cute print, bad fit.
Great print and loved the pockets. The only problem was that it was too large up top. The volume from the skirt wasn't the most flattering thing, but it wasn't terrible either.
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Magnolia Gardens Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Amazing dress. Will definitely rent it again.
I'm a different size in my hips than I am up top (larger on the bottom). What I loved about this dress is that that didn't matter -- there was enough room in the bottom for the dress to fit comfortably and the fabric did not pull. If there are other Tracy Reese dresses matching this silhouette, I will definitely be renting them.
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Neatly Polished Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
I wish I'd worn it -- I will try to get the XS for another event.
Loved the dress, but the size I received (small) was too large for me (they were out of XS). I loved the detail on the dress -- to me, it was as stunning in person as in the photo. It was elegant and fun, but appropriate enough to wear to a wedding. The only downside was that the outer material (a slip is included) was a bit itchy. Had it fit, I totally would have worn it despite that, though.
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Vintage Lace Dress
LaROK
Size Worn: None
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
Loved the fabric of this dress! The length was perfect for me (about four to five inches above my knee). However, I ultimately did not end up wearing it because it did nothing for my figure, which was odd because the slip underneath definitely hugged my body. The layers of fabric added volume, and I didn't want to walk around with my arms plastered to my body (like the model in the pic) all night.
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Mocha Souffle Dress
Haute Hippie
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B
The fabric on this dress was definitely not as nice when I received it as it appears in the pic (maybe the dress I received had been worn a lot?) Despite that, I LOVED it. The cut and shape of the dress was VERY flattering. The top part of it was a little loose on me, though, so I definitely agree with the other ladies who suggested using double-sided tape with this dress. I will definitely rent it again.
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Katie Accordion Dress
Proenza Schouler
Usual Size: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 110lbs
Bust: 34B