Dana's Reviews
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9 reviews
Got lots of compliments, not dancing friendly
Rented this for a fall vow renewal I attended. I've gained weight and was glad I went up 2 sizes for my backup. Used to be a 6....wore the 10. I'm closer to 160lbs these days. I did get pinched by some of the boning in the torso. Also did not have much give related to sitting or raising my arms. Looked great. Photographed well. Camouflaged belly pooch! Would rent again.
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Sara Dress
flor et.al
Size Worn: 10
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C
Unique dress, wish I had sized up
I rented this at the last minute for a 5 year anniversary party. I typically wear a 6 (medium) and struggled deciding whether my backup size should be a small or a large. I went with the small and wish I had gotten the large. The dress feels like it has a lot more give than it does. I got a lot of compliments on it but I felt like a busted can of biscuits so the compliments were hard to take. It absolutely hugs your everything. It was easy to go to the bathroom in and the length was great. I didn't care for the cutout as I have no torso and that is where my baby weight sits (forever it seems) . If it didn't have the cutout it would have been perfection. I bet the large would have given me just enough extra room that it wouldn't have squeezed so tight. Unique. Beautiful fabric and color combo. Arrived on time. I did not have to use any fashion tape to keep my bra in as other reviews had mentioned. I would recommend it as a statement piece that isn't too flashy but definitely size up for your backup size!
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Tie Waist Lotus Dress
Opening Ceremony
Size Worn: MR
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfection!!
I had never ordered from this designer and this dress has one review so it was a risk. I am SO glad I rented it! I was flooded with compliments all night. I usually wear a 6 so I got the 6 and 4. It's pretty TTS. The 4 cinched the waist a bit more so I went with that. I have no bust but it has a built in corset and buckle beneath the zipper to keep you in place. The asymmetrical ruching is super flattering and the puffy off the should sleeves are so flattering. The sleeves do not inhibit arm movements. The only annoyance was the white string to hang it up would sneak out of the top of the sleeves. I wore a strapless bra to help look more feminine. Because I sized down it was a little tight using the restroom but I made it work. I styled it a bit vintage with a t strap shoe, large earrings and a simple hair style. Wore it to a Christmas charity event and am still getting asked about the dress. So sad to send it back!
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Janessa Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4R
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C
Perfect for winery wedding
I've had my eye on this dress for awhile. When my friend decided on a winery wedding in early September in NC I knew it was perfect. I rented a 4 and 6 based on reviews. I can often go between sizes. The 4 fit but was snug on my belly and I wasn't comfortable with how it looked or felt. The 6 was perfect. I wore a higher waist booty short underneath and didn't have any issues. I chose to wear a sticky bra as I am small busted and it helped fill out the top. My husband had to help button the top button between my shoulder blades but I did not need any fashion tape. It was a hot day and I was sweating but the dress proved airy. I loved the way it draped and has a little bustle in the back. Got tons of compliments from other attendees and the bride loved it too!!
Yellow Draped Dress
HALSTON
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34A
Wanted to love it but the other dress was better
I wanted to love this so much. Only the medium was available so that's what I got. It was big in the top but had a secure button at the neck. There is less room in the hips in this dress then the blue Saylor open back dress so I'm not sure I could have even gone down a size. The color was beautiful but not quite flattering for my skin tone. The lace was lovely and it hit me below the knee. I ended up wearing the navy/black dress instead but I'd consider trying this in a small one day. Again the lace doesn't have much give so I'm not sure the small I need for the top would go over my bottom. Well structured dress though.
Mustard Reine Sheath
Saylor
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 140lbs
Bust: 34A
Compliments galore!
After looking at this dress for what seemed like forever I finally rented it for a wedding. It was so much more beautiful in person. The material is thick and holds up well. I am a typical 6, pear shaped with booty and small breasts. I was able to where the medium comfortably. I wore sticky boobes because my A cup had the top saggy a little. Not sure anyone would have noticed but it made me feel better with little extra in there. The top did come undone during the reception but I didn't notice at all! My friend asked if it was supposed to be closed and reattached it for me. It is so solidly built that it was nowhere close to falling off. I got compliments from every person who crossed my path. It's a stunt dress and I loved every minute of wearing it. If there had to be a con I would say that when you're enjoying yourself and breaking it down it can ride up a bit but I was never concerned about anything being shown. It was true wedding perfection!
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Navy Lace Flare Sheath
Saylor
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C
Birthday dinner success!
This was my first rental and I was very pleased! I rented this dress for my birthday dinner out. It was fitted across the hips and a little big up top as I am very small busted. I wore a strapless bra and had no issues with it showing or the dress sliding down. I received many compliments on the dress and will definitely be renting again.
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Watercolor Floral Dress
Parker
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C
Lovely on
I rented this as a date night option and unfortunately being unfamiliar with the brand I wasn't sure what size to order. I went with the 4 and I couldn't zip it up. My rib cage is a little wide but I am small chested which can sometimes make up for the difference. It was a lovely color and seemed sturdily built but I couldn't wear it.
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Modern Floral Dress
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C
Beautiful and sturdy
I wasn't sure what size to order and when I finally pulled the trigger the 44 wasn't available so I got the 40 and 42. The 42 was tight but after a bout with a GI bug I was able to get the dress on and it was stunning. Due to said GI bug I wasn't able to attend the party I had rented the dress for but I full intend to rent this dress again and wear it. It was absolutely amazing! It did take my husband zipping it up to get it on, as others reviews have said but it was totally worth it.
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Mixed Floral Lace Dress
Christian Pellizzari
Size Worn: 42
Usual Size: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 180lbs
Bust: 34C