Emily's Reviews
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15 reviews
Flower Power
The details in this dress are amazing and it photographs like a dream! Had no issue with the shoulders being restrictive, as other reviewers have mentioned, but that may be because it seemed to run a little large. I wear either a 4 or 6 depending on the brand, but even on this 4 there was a little room to give in the mid section. No regrets either way - has to be one of my favorite rentals ever.
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Red Floral Lace Dress
Marchesa Notte
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Bold, Modern, Beautiful
Wore this dress to an outdoor winter charity gala. The local newspaper ended up including my photo among the few that were featured online, and I can't help but think a big part of it was because of this showstopper of a dress! Be prepared with fashion tape though. The sleeves were waaaaay too long, so i had to roll them inwards and tape them up. There's a fair amount of heavy fabric - not the most fitted (as you can probably see in the sleeves) - but not too big a deal.
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Red Illusion Sheath
Theia
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
classy AND edgy
I wore this dress to a holiday party hosted by the local young attorneys organization. It fit like a glove and was so flattering! Only thing to bear in mind is that since it's tight, finding the right under garments may prove a bit tricky. The thigh slit isn't too high and definitely helps make walking much more comfortable given how tight the rest of the dress is. BTW, totally saw Nikki Bella wearing this dress on an episode of Total Divas........
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Lunai Dress
Elizabeth and James
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Solid Dress for a Spring Soiree
Wore this to a Junior League "Spring Soiree" and it fit right in so far as the style went. That being said, the part that isn't see through lace rides up quite a bit when you sit. A bit tight around the hips and baggy in the mid-section so if you're an hourglass figure too then bear that in mind. It did the job just fine, but I've worn other RTR dresses that I felt were more flattering AND comfortable.
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Burgundy Open Shoulder Evie Dress
Alexis
Size Worn: SR
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Pure class
Rented this dress for a Pakistani wedding with a conservative dress code, and this dress could not have been more perfect. It flatters the figure so well without appearing tight, which is so hard to find with dresses! Very comfortable and breathed well - it kept me warm in the cold AC but I was just fine after the wedding when I stopped by an outdoor patio bar some friends were at (living in Texas and it being the end of May, that says alot!). Could not recommend this dress enough.
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Purple Rose Trumpet Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4L
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Just stunning!
I rented this for my engagement pictures and could NOT have been happier. It's thick and fitted with a flare out from the perfect spot in the waist - couldn't imagine a more flattering cut. The colors popped so well on the film and the best surprise was - there were POCKETS! Can't think of a single thing that was less than ideal with this rental. I felt classy, feminine, and comfortable the whole time wearing it.
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Voltaire Dress
Cynthia Rowley
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Cheers to this gorgeous dress!
I wore this to my "save the date" photoshoot for my upcoming wedding in Las Vegas and could not have picked a better dress. The sequins had just the right shimmer without looking gaudy and the stretch in the dress made it super comfortable and so easy to move in. I did notice that if I did a hand-on-hip pose the back would sag out like a cowl back almost, but it wasn't a big deal. The cut of everything was super flattering and it was so much fun to wear!
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Margaux Sheath
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Classy and Chic
This dress is PERFECTION. I wore it to my law firm's holiday party and felt amazing in it. Hands down the best dress I've rented from RTR so far, and I've been renting for years and years. I was anxious at first that it might be too tight so I ordered a Small and Medium, but after putting on the Small I think next time I might even try for the extra small to see if it fits my waist a little tighter (given my hourglass figure). Don't get me wrong though, the Small fit great. The material is super comfortable and easy to move in, and even though the material is technically a tiny bit more spandex-y than I usually wear to a firm event, it was totally fine because it's a thicker material, AND the length makes beyond reproach. I can't recommend this dress enough if you want to make a statement in a somewhat conservative atmosphere - it's the perfect balance of classy + professional + elegant + a bit of party flair!
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Dark Refined Flutter Dress
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Bridal perfection!
This dress could not have been more amazing for my engagement party. I didn't even realize it had pockets until I put it on! The length, neckline, and fabric are all SO elegant and flattering, and the compliments from guests were non-stop. There's nothing negative I can think of!
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Blanca Daffodil Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
Professional with personality
This dress is PERFECTION. I'm a young attorney working for a well known firm, and we had a big social event coming up where we'd be hosting 500+ other local attorneys, judges, politicians, etc. I needed a dress that would stand out without making me look immature, and so I loved the classic royal blue color - it's just the right amount of color without being "loud." I also really wanted to make sure that the fit and cut of the dress was appropriate for a conservative crowd, and could not have been more pleased that this dress fell exactly at my knees and was a thicker (ie, not elastic/tight) material that flattered my figure in a clean, chic way. The structured cap sleeves gave an already great dress that extra high-end/designer feel, and I felt like a million bucks by the time I walked into my event!! If I had to list any cautions for others, it'd be hard. I've got an hourglass figure and usually wear a six, but somehow, even with those super cute pockets, I fit just right in the 4, Since it's a thick material, I probably wouldn't recommend wearing it to an all outdoor summer wedding, but that's all I can think of. Favorite rental of mine so far!!
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Teal Envelope Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 127lbs
Bust: 34D
Classic yet Unique
The thick fabric and subtle sheen made this a great choice for the law school winter formal I attended. It definitely was a more tasteful length on me than it appears on the model, so I was thankful for that. Just FYI - the deep armholes make wearing a regular bra with this difficult.
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Charmed By You Dress
Tracy Reese
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34D
A fun, classy pop of color
This dress definitely checked off all the boxes for a summer wedding - a bright color that transitions well from day to night, a unique look from both the back and front, and a flirty skirt that helps you avoid sweating in the heat. The length was still tasteful even though it hit above the knee - I'm 5'6 and felt fine in it.The only reason it's not a 5-star dress is that the top half was fairly loose on me, even though it was my regular size 6 dress, I'm a 34D, AND I have a long torso. The arm holes had some definite gaps and were a bit wide. Overall a fun dress though!
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Pleased Pleat Dress
Robert Rodriguez Collection
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 34D
A classy dress for law school graduation
The neckline of this dress looks just as classy in person as it does in the photo, and the dress fell right where I had hoped at my knees, so with the chic cut of the dress and the bold color, I definitely felt well dressed for my graduation. However, the dress had some strange cons - I go between a 4 and a 6 based on the designer, but I tried on both sizes in this dress and neither fit quite right. I went with the 4, but the lining isn't made from the same stretchy material as the dress, and I actually found it hard to take very large steps. This was kind of a problem for graduation, Also, the sleeves were very restrictive and I couldn't even raise my arm all the way. Trying to raise it half way even hurt. And the neckline, though gorgeous, keeps its shape with a boning. Unfortunately, the size 4's boning was kind of wonky, so that one side kind of bent forward awkwardly. I tried using an iron to heat it into submission, but it didn't work. As for the 6 - it was easier to walk in, but the sleeves were still a problem, and the stomach area was actually a bit baggy. On the upside, nobody knew the size 4 was difficult to wear, so I still looked great for my event, but I'd definitely caution other renters about these elements of the dress, in case their event may be more active.
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Wine Glass Dress
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
The perfect balance of classy and sexy. I fit right in at my law school's annual ball!
Usually I wear a 6, but given how stretchy this dress is, I wore a 4. Even the 4 had a little gathered fabric in it at places, so I actually wished I had ordered a size 2 and 4, instead of a size 4 and 6, just to see if running even one size lower would have made the dress look as smooth as it did on the model. Maybe my body type had something to do with it? Idk. But it may have also been because the dress rode up a little bit from moving - I should have put some fashion tape down there to help things out. Another thing to be cautious about - I tried all kinds of underwear with this dress and even my tiniest items showed lines through the dress. I didn't wear any spanx, so maybe that would have helped. On the upside, I did not have ANY issues with the arm holes, like other reviewers did. I wore my regular strapless bra and had absolutely no problem. I also took other reviewers' advice and preemptively lined the folded down shoulder area with fashion tape, and had no problem at any point in the night with it flipping up. Overall, SO happy I got this dress!
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Smooth Operator Sheath
HALSTON
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D
LOVE how quickly the dress arrived in the mail - I ordered it just a few days before the event and it worked out perfectly. Friends loved the dress.
Wore this dress for a law school formal and was surprised how well it fit my hourglass frame. The 5% elastane really makes the dress fit without being inappropriately tight anywhere. I'm 5'6 and the length was just right. Very comfortable, very classy. Only thing to look out for is the dress wrinkles really easily, really quickly.
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Raspberry Satin Twist Dress
Elie Tahari
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 125lbs
Bust: 34D