Carol's Reviews
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29 reviews
Gorgeous floral statement dress
Beautiful colors and fabric. Tight around ribcage. Skirt is short. Decolletage is revealing so I wore a camisole. Lots of compliments.
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Dolly Dress
La DoubleJ
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Beautiful fabric and details
I loved the three ties and animal print. The top cut is very cute and I wore the dress 3 times while on holiday in Italy. However, the skirt has lots of fabric and is not slimming. It adds bulk. As long as you don't mind looking bigger, this dress is recommended!
Leopard Printed Cotton Tie Strap Midi Dress
GANNI
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Edgy and cool
I loved playing around with the styling on this edgy unique piece!
Deconstructed Trouser Skirt
Monse
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Beautiful bright colors and summer vibe
Beautiful print, lined skirt, soft fabric. I loved wearing this on vacation in Italy. So easy to throw on and be comfy all day. Tropical vibes
Flutter Sleeve V-Neck Midi
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Versatile dress with beautiful details
Versatile dress with beautiful details. I loved the angular shoulders, keyhole neckline, and flattering hourglass shape. Well-made fabric with a festive, confetti-like pattern. I wore it to a presentation, dinner with friends, and to work. However, someone on social media made a comment I can't get out of my mind "Looks like something I saw at Walmart last week" so maybe the beauty of the details and expensive fabric aren't evident in a photo!
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Marina Printed Mini Dress
SIMKHAI
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Poufy chest
Difficult sizing. The M and L were too tight to zip up. But then the XL had sooo much material up top that it added an unflattering perception of weight. But otherwise, the fabric is nice and the one-shoulder design is fresh and contemporary.
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Coburn Strapless Column Dress
TOJHÀ
Size Worn: XLR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Flowers oh pretty flowers
This dress elevated every occasion! I felt elegant and stylish in this asymmetrical, off-the-shoulder, floral dress. The colors matched my book cover so it was perfect for both my launch party and in-store signing event. For daytime wear, I slipped a pink chemise underneath to cover my bare shoulder. Pale pink shoes and a shimmery pink pashmina were lovely offsetting accessories!
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Bowery Dress
Bernadette
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Deeply hued orchid color
Vibrant color, elegant full-length, beautiful fabric. This was the perfect solid color to match my book covers for my television interview. The cut didn't flatter my torso but that didn't matter seated. The neckline features a tasteful gold detail. This dress feels expensive and well-made
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Yarrow Maxi Dress
Acler
Size Worn: 12R
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
One-shoulder asymmetrical fun
This is my 2nd time renting this dress. The asymmetrical one-shoulder design makes it feel contemporary. The material is ruched and quite forgiving. I rolled it into my suitcase and it traveled just fine. I wore it with a Cinq A Sept jacket for my book signing but it was also very pretty on its own.
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Jacquard One Shoulder Dress
One33 Social
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Good everyday piece
Beautiful buttery soft material. The cut was traditional and not anything special
Wednesday Vegan Blazer
Central Park West
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Beautiful fabric
Beautiful, contemporary pattern. But the boxy cut was not flattering for me.
Electric Blue Printed Dress
Marni
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Gorgeous buttery fabric
Stunning, elegant, with a touch of edginess.
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Faux Leather Corset Detail Midi Dress
Eudon Choi x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Well cut, fitted jacket
Nice heavy fabric, bright color, slender cut
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Tweed Blazer
Donna Karan New York
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Pretty colors, lightweight
Pretty piece. Plan ahead for shoes and accessories that suit the unusual color combo (turquoise, white, pale green)
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Irina Dress
Diane von Furstenberg
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Well-made, High Fashion
Gorgeous fabric and zipper, edgy silhouette. Better on someone with a slender waist
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Valry Midi Dress
Alexis
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Beautiful color
Lovely dress but the extra fabric around the middle isn't flattering for the waistline
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Marion Dress
Ulla Johnson
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Well-made conservative dress
Pretty cut, flowy material. Wore it for a presentation with a blazer. The back hemline is shorter than the front, which was surprising. Fits well. Well-made. Conservative color.
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Asymmetrical Sleeveless Dress
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 42R
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Pretty colors, lovely flowy dress but Voluminous
I wore this to an anniversary dinner. It's a LOT of material. Pretty colors, lovely flow to the dress. Belting it helped but the fabric added bulk to my waist. The length was a tripping hazard on steps.
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Purple Pleated Panel Dress
Bibhu Mohapatra x RTR
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
A bit too bulky
Too bulky for me. Long and shapeless, not very flattering. The material wrinkled in my suitcase. It was okay, I just didn't love it.
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The Break Up Blazer
Favorite Daughter
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Perfect match for my book signing!
I loved this dress for a book signing for my Goodbye Orchid series. Perfect color for my Orchid Blooming book cover. It was comfortable and looked great in photos.
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Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Bibhu Mohapatra x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Stunning colors, versatile dress, beautiful!
I wore this to my Barnes&Noble book signing. The colors were bright and noticeable without being gaudy. I wouldn’t have thought that magenta, orange and dark green could go together but the combo worked beautifully. The keyhole at the top was cute and the fabric twist details are tastefully wrought. Loved this, plus it contrasted well with my book cover :)
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Morris Dress
DELFI Collective
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bold color, versatile dress, loved it!
Wore this to a speaking engagement and loved the bold color, which stood out in person and in the photos. The scarf helped break up the solid red and provided some coverage for the low cut v. The belt is a simple tie and loosens over time, not a big issue but required an adjustment after a full day. Love love this dress!
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Satin Tie Front Dress
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Fun, fashionable, felt great!
Good print that's a mix of fun and fashionable, nice heavy fabric and comfy fit. I wore this for a party and felt fab. The belt loosened over the evening, so it may need a safety pin. I own similar Marissa Webb pieces and this has the high quality feel of her well-made, heavier clothing. Update that this was a perfect piece for a Barnes&Noble book signing. The puff sleeves feel like a contemporary touch along with leopard print. I love it paired with my metallic scarf!
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Brown Leopard Dress
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Wore for Book Launch party
The colors on this dress are vibrant, and matched my Orchid Blooming book cover beautifully. The top is feminine and the whole outfit is flattering. I wore it for my book signing party and a podcast interview. Very comfy. Only minor downsides: a bunch of tiny buttons, and a windy day will easily blow the front skirt slit open. Enjoy this pretty number!
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Meryl Dress
ba&sh
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
This versatile beauty accompanied me to a hockey game, formal luncheon and Thanksgiving. Keeping it!
High-quality, heavy material that keeps the shape of the flattering cut. The print looks like abstract art. The size six was a bit big, so I traded down to a size four and am keeping this beauty! The belt is a thin rope of fabric. For the second wearing, I dressed it up with a wide belt and silver flower detail, which really elevated the look. If I can find photos with the belt, I will try to post them later. (This photo is with a combat-wounded veteran who helped me with my book, Goodbye Orchid!)
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Brushstroke Printed Dress
Natori
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
I wore this dress for a book talk and author signing event. Felt great,loved it,lots of compliments!
Beautiful faux leather fabric. The cut and belt are really flattering. I felt confident in this dress. The size 8 was a bit big in the chest, so I'd try a 6 next time.
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Faux Leather Zip Dress
Marissa Webb x RTR
Size Worn: 8
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
The material is nice, the pattern is unique and the item is high quality.
However, the poofy sleves and poofy skirt together are not very figure-flattering
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Purple Geo Printed Dress
Love, Whit by Whitney Port
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
ho-hum black coat with only the sleeves to spice it up, yet the sleeves made the coat not pragmatic
it's a fairly ordinary black coat, with bell sleeves, which seemed cute in the photo. But wearing the coat was impractical, because the billowing sleeves got in the way.
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Black Bell Sleeve Coat
Derek Lam 10 Crosby x RTR
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"
the color, cut, quality of material, and fit were all perfect
I adore this dress. It's fashionable, elegant, well-made and flattering. I bought it to keep; it's found a loving forever home!
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Plum Flare Dress
Nanette Lepore
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 8
Height: 5' 7"