Lyra's Reviews
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7 reviews
Gorgeous, elegant, romantic
This dress made me feel like a princess. I wound up wearing the 2R instead of the 0R just based on the arm hole, which is a little snug. I wore 4in heels—fine for walking but I still had to lift the dress when going op and down stairs. The fabric is comfortable and flowing, with a light sheen that makes the flowers glow. The waist fit perfectly while being comfortable enough to sit and eat in. Best of all, the dress was light enough to dance in without feeling sweaty or overheated! I would 100% rent this again for a formal occasion.
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Simonetta Gown
Slate & Willow
Size Worn: 2R
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Beautiful but heavy
I wore size 2L to a rehearsal dinner (I would have preferred regular length but it was out of stock). Overall this dress is lovely! Pros: -beautiful print—colorful without being gaudy -voluminous skirt that kept its shape -pockets Cons: -heavy fabric—if you’re planning on dancing you WILL sweat -snug around back and shoulders—if my bust has been any larger I wouldn’t have been able to wear it A fun rental if you want to look pretty but aren’t planning on dancing!
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Floral Jadore Gown
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 2L
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Fun red dress for holiday party
Another knock-out by Shoshanna. This was actually a back-up dress selected by RTR for me since my original selection was not available, but boy am I glad I got this one instead! The lace is substantial without being hot or heavy, and the color is a bright, true red. The 2 fit me a little loose around the waist, but I was honestly glad I didn't have to suck in, plus I had room for dessert! Unlike some reviewers, I had no problem with the sleeves--they were just right on my average-for-my-weight sized arms. I got a lot of compliments, and my husband thought it was pretty (and he rarely comments on my clothes). I would definitely get this dress again for an event!
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Farrah Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Relatively pretty, but the low neckline did me no favors.
At 5'3", ~115 lbs, with a small chest and waist, this dress was way too big. The fabric gaped around my waist and bust, and was a few inches too long at the knees. If you intend to rent this dress, PLEASE invest in some fashion tape. You will need it to make sure your bra doesn't show. Also, the dress has obviously been worn frequently, to the point that the jacquard pattern has worn down in some places and looks frayed and old. The color is also much less bright than in photos--it is more of a basic pink than a magenta as it shows in pictures. Overall, this was my least satisfying RTR experience. I didn't get any of the usual compliments on my outfit--to be honest, the dress didn't stand out as much as my previous rentals have. I would not rent this dress again, especially as a relatively petite woman with a small bust. It did me no favors.
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Give Me A Smooch Dress
ML Monique Lhuillier
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Fun architectural bracelet with lots of sparkle!
I have small wrists, and bracelets are usually uncomfortable, but this bracelet is light and so much fun to wear! The deco styling is unique and has plenty of sparkle. The bracelet is not flexible at all, but is light enough in weight to not matter. Beware, this bracelet doesn't look particularly expensive, but it's a ton of fun for a semi-formal affair.
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Gold Dress Me Up Bracelet
Cara Accessories
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Beautiful but extremely heavy.
The crystals and ombre details on these earrings are absolutely beautiful, but these earrings are SO heavy. I wore them for a wedding reception and by the time I took them off that night I could barely feel my ears, which were sore for days afterwards. Also, the earring backs barely fit the earrings, meaning I lost one earring back within 10 minutes of putting them on and was worried they would fall off the whole night. Gorgeous accessories but I would not recommend if you're planning on wearing them for long.
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Jet Ombre Bacall Earrings
Elizabeth Cole
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C
Overall a really flattering dress, but it definitely looks nothing like the picture on the model.
Fit: This dress fit a bit on the large side. I'm usually between a 0 and a 2, so I ordered both, but I was swimming in the 2 and even the 0 had to be belted on me. I'm also only 5'3" so the length was nearly down to my knees, which I also was not expecting. Pros: The fabric is a beautiful thick brocade that hung nicely. The cut was different than I expected but still flattering. Cons: Ran big. I'd say I'm the smallest size woman who could reasonably wear the size 0 without swimming in it. The brocade fabric was also slightly itchy around the shoulders and bust-line.
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Wedding Cake Dress
ERIN erin fetherston
Size Worn: 0
Usual Size: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: 115lbs
Bust: 32C