Love Story Dress

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Product Details

Look royal in this purple eyelet dress by Tracy Reese. A flattering V-neckline and full bodied skirt will hide your flaws and flatter your curves in all the right places. Pair with metallic accessories to make it country club chic.

Materials and Measurements

Purple 100% silk floral lace. V-neckline. Gathered full skirt. Small crinoline petticoat for fullness. Hidden back zip. Fully lined. 38" from top of shoulder to hem. Model's height is 5'10".

Size and Fit

This dress runs true to size (see following fit notes for exceptions).

BUST: Great for any cup size
WAIST: Fitted - fitted throughout bodice
HIPS: Not fitted - full skirt and petticoat conceal hips and backside
LENGTH: Knee length - (on a 5'5" model)

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a strapless bra
FABRIC: Fabric has no stretch
GREAT FOR: Apple, Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10")

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Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 38
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Dana's reviews
December 8th, 2011
It was awesome not having to shop in stores to find this dress! And I received so many compliments on it.

As some of the other renters described, there were a few loose threads here and there, but it was nothing that a bit of trimming couldn't fix. The color is really rich and stood out beautifully at my company's holiday party, where most people were wearing black. I really enjoyed wearing this dress and would recommend it to others.

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 39
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Traci's reviews
October 19th, 2011
October wedding

This dress was beautiful! I received so many compliments on it. I wore it to a friends wedding and it was fun to twirl around on the dance floor all night! The straps were a little big, but I was able to pin it up. I would definitely wear this dress again!

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Age: 31
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Rebecca's reviews
June 7th, 2011
An intricate and flattering dress!

I loved everything about this dress! It is true to size and works especially well if you are busty. The shoulder straps make it easy to wear a bra with straps for extra support, but strapless would work too because the back is not too low. The color is even more vibrant in person and photographs very well. However, be warned that the outer covering of this dress snags easily so it may show some signs of wear. Make sure to prepare yourself for tons of compliments because this dress is a showstopper!

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 42
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Precious's reviews
January 23rd, 2011
Beautiful color and rich fabric!

Such a fun dress to wear! The lace fabric is heavy and the skirt has several layers, including a section of tulle which gave the skirt a nice poof. Very sophisticated, but fun to wear.

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 36
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Kate's reviews
December 12th, 2010
Perfect for a summer wedding!

The waist sat a little higher than I expected (despite my short torso), but it maximized the skirt-twirling potential. This is probably my favorite dress I've ever worn.

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Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 44
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Pauline's reviews
June 11th, 2014
Perfect for engagement photos.

The color, shape and texture of the fabric made it very photogenic. It moves well and was very flattering.

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 33
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Rachel's reviews
April 18th, 2011
It was a great dress-- very me! May have to rent it again!

I ordered my usual size 4 and a size 2. The size 4 dress I received had a broken zipper, so I couldn't wear it. Luckily, the 2 fit but I think the 4 would have fit better. It was even hard to zip up the 2 cause the zipper would get stuck. Also, it snagged easily. All of that aside, I still loved the dress for its retro vibe. I wore it with black Michael Kors wedges, curly hair, and Nicole Miller earrings I also rented from the site. I recommend renting this dress but make sure you order 2 sizes in case one of the zippers is messed up!

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 0"
Age: 32
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 106lbs
Browse Erica's reviews
April 13th, 2014
The color and details made it shine above the other prom dresses

It has been years since I have rented this dress and never placed a review about it. I am sorry, ladies, but I don't think I have a picture of it anymore. However, I can tell you that it was very flattering for my petite figure. The color purple was vibrant but not overly bright. The V-neckline was my favorite because paired with the lace, it adds an elegant and graceful look to the dress. If you want a dress that is fun but still covers up, I think this one is perfect!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 38
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Adekunbi's reviews
November 17th, 2012
The dress .. go the best reviews loved it

Runs large for sure but feels lovely

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 40
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Jill 's reviews
November 14th, 2012
Loved this dress

This dress is so perfect for a summer wedding. Loved it and would definitely recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 41
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Jess's reviews
October 10th, 2012
Got tons of compliments on the dress, was comfortable to be in for hours and for dancing.

The back dips down, so I opted for a backless bra. The bodice was only the slightest bit snug (but the 4 would have been too loose), and the cut is very flattering - ate a huge dinner and it was well hidden! ;)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 38
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 126lbs
Browse Sara's reviews
September 2nd, 2012
It'll make you float!

This dress got me more compliments than I can count - it was a super fun dress with the very ample skirt, and looked great dancing. I seriously consider buying this dress!

Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 38
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Kerrie's reviews
August 17th, 2012
Gorgeous color

I rented this dress for a September wedding and it was perfect for the occasion. The color and detail of the lace were wonderful. The skirt was also great for dancing- fun to twirl around in without exposing too much of yourself :). I am usually a size 6 but only a size 4 and 8 were available the weekend needed, so I rented both. I couldn't zip the 4 up and the 8 was loose on the top half. I wore the 8 and pinned the straps of the lining to my bra (had to wear a special bra for low-backed dresses). So even though the 8 was a little too big it still looked great.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 42
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sabrina's reviews
August 15th, 2012
Fun and flirty!

What does one wear to a destination beach wedding? THIS dress! It's so cute and flirty. It has enough give if you eat that extra slice of cake and enough movement for you to shimmy to one more Journey song. You can even twirl away and get some good oompf in your twirl and not worry about anything moving around. Can wear a normal bra with it and there's enough layers that you can wear normal undies too. The purple lace has a nice floral detail that you can't really see in the photo but its a really detailed, fun, dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 41
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Heather's reviews
July 30th, 2012
Loved this dress!

This was my backup dress, and was so sad I was unable to wear it (my first choice worked out perfect). However, will definitely be renting it again. The vibrant purple is amazing!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 42
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Kate's reviews
October 26th, 2011

Dress was very feminine and really beautiful. Wore it to an outdoor Miami wedding and it was perfect. It hit a little above the knees on me and I did not have to wear a bra (the back is a little lower than a standard bra and the front is high enough that there's no need for any push-up action and tight enough so there's no jiggling). Also didn't have to wear spanx b/c of the loose skirt! I like it for a wedding b/c it's pretty and demure. Would rent again.

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 42
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Apple
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Janet's reviews
October 17th, 2011

Wore this gorgeous dress to a friend's wedding in September and I absolutely adored it. There were a couple snags in the lace but trimmed them down and it was perfectly fine - not noticeable at all. The dress is much lovelier in person, I loved how it gave me a defined waist, and I felt so pretty in it throughout the event. I wished I could've kept it!

Overall fit:
True to Size
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 38
Body type: Petite
Browse Emily's reviews
October 14th, 2011

This dress is adorable! I'm 5'3'' 118 and the 0 fit perfectly! I"m a B cup and I would recommend this dress to those who are small chested. Its very fitted up top and makes me look so tiny! The lace is beautiful and has a little bit of shimmer to it. Got it for a bachelorette weekend in Savannah and its just what I was looking for. Definitely will rent this again!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 39
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 110lbs
Browse Cait's reviews
October 7th, 2011

I love this dress! I have rented it twice - once to wear to my bridal shower (with a cardigan) and another time for a wedding. I received compliments on it both times. Since I'm short (5'2) the dress came to my knees, but with heels it still looked proportionate. I am 5'2, 110 lbs and the size 0 fit perfectly. I recommend this dress!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 40
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Jenna's reviews
September 12th, 2011

I loved this dress! It did fit a little big, so good thing I made sure to get a size smaller than normal. The color is so rich and was great for the wedding I attended.

Overall fit:
Large
Height: 5' 1"
Age: 37
Body type: Petite
Browse Maggie's reviews
August 31st, 2011

Dress is gorgeous, loved the lace and the neckline, wasn't too low cut or revealing. However, I usually wear a 2 and the 2 was too large for me. It may have been because I am very short. I was unable to wear it because of the proportions. On a taller woman though I am sure this would be beautiful!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 39
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Elena's reviews
August 29th, 2011

Unfortunately, the back up size of a 2 wasn't available, so I went with a 4. For my body (5'2, 125lbs, 27 waist, 34D), it wasn't the most flattering. My top heavy body didn't do so well with a dress with such a full lower half because I just looked "full" all over. Maybe it would've been different with a tighter size 2, but I wasn't a big fan. Loved the color and fabric though!

Overall fit:
True to Size
Height: 5' 1"
Age: 30
Body type: Petite
Browse Sumaya's reviews
August 8th, 2011

I loved this dress. It looks even better in person, the color is gorgeous, and the fit is very flattering. This was a present to myself for my 17th birthday dinner, and it was more than worth it!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 39
Bust size: 30D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
August 3rd, 2011

This dress was flattering in all the right places, and classy while still being a bit sexy. The size two fit perfectly. There were a few loose threads when I received it, but it didn't get caught on anything throughout the night. This is one dress I may actually rent again!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 39
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Kristen's reviews
July 2nd, 2011

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 39
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Kristina's reviews
June 14th, 2011

Such a pretty dress... only complaint was that the zipper was extremely hard to close (as the lace kept getting in the way). However, I LOVED twirling in it, and got so many compliments on the dress, it really is beautiful! The 8 fit perfectly in this, while a 4 in a Nanette Lepore dress (go getter) fit amazing, so do your research on sizing!

Overall fit:
Large
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 48
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Browse Beth's reviews
June 6th, 2011

The dress is beautiful, I felt like an absolute knockout in it. Perfect for the summer wedding I wore it to, I got so many compliments! Swirly skirt, fitted bodice, really comfortable. The dress is made for someone with a longer torso than mine (which is v. short), but that was a very small con in a big heap of pros. Highly recommended!

Overall fit:
Large
Height: 5' 5"
Age: 47
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Shelly's reviews
May 30th, 2011

I am in love with this dress. I wore it to a wedding rehearsal dinner and was like a walking advertisement for Rent the Runway. I don't think I've EVER received more compliments on an outfit IN MY LIFE. The dress is cute and comfortable. I'm usually a size 8 or 10 in pants, and I ordered the size 8. I thought the fit was fine, some of my friends thought I could have gone down a size. Also, even with the cute V in the back, it was no problem to wear a strapless bra. In the end I didn't want to send this dress back!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 1"
Age: 33
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Lauren's reviews
May 29th, 2011

Fit perfectly and made me feel like a princess! It is just as stunning in person as it is in pictures -- a very beautiful color and a great fit! I would definitely recommend renting this dress! I wish that I owned it!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 40
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Browse Julia's reviews
May 17th, 2011

I wore this dress to a wedding and loved it. The color and lace are absolutely beautiful. The dress was incredibly comfortable to wear. I would say the dress runs true to size, but the zipper is a little finicky because of the lace work. It was definitely helpful to have the extra size.

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 43
Body type: Pear
Browse Courtney's reviews
November 23rd, 2010

My size wasn't available so I wore the next size up and it was pretty loose. Based on that, I'd say my correct size (6) would have been right on the money. Even wearing the next size up (with a fawn colored cardigan), I adored this dress! I received so many compliments it truly made my day/decision to rent it! It was really a unanimous crowd pleaser. I wore it to a wedding brunch at a fancy old hotel in San Francisco and was complimented by both young fahionistas, men, and mature women like the very stylish mother of the groom alike. Someone else mentioned that this is easy to snag and that put me on the alert so I didn't have any mishaps, but it is true. Don't go wearing that bracelet with the sharp rhinestones with this one.

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 38
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
October 11th, 2010

This dress was adorable! Fun and Flirty, very comfortable. I wore this to a work dinner at it was the perfect dress for a summer night. Nice and Conservative.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
None
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Age: 44
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Browse Jennifer's reviews
September 24th, 2012
I loved the color and the shape.

It was beautiful, but it was too big for me to wear. If you're deciding between two sizes, go with the smaller size.

Team RTR
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 44
Bust size: 34DDD/E
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Jenn's reviews
August 8th, 2010

A super girly-feeling, very comfortable dress. I felt like twirling the entire day I wore it. It minimized my chest and allowed me to wear a bra.

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Age: 47
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Liuba's reviews
September 13th, 2011

The color, cut and style of this dress is gorgeous. The fabric amazing and the cut very vintage and sophisticated. I wore it to a baby shower and now I want more deep purple clothes. Lots of compliments on this design so that made it even more fun to wear. My only issue was the delicacy of the dress (which is undoubtedly what makes it so fabulous) but there were loose threads and parts where the trim was starting to come undone. I wore it very carefully but not comfortably because I was worried the whole time that someone would snag the thread with their jewelry. Thankfully I left the party unscathed, but I think it might be time for this dress to visit a seamstress for a lil pick me up so that others can try out its fabulousness.

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Age: 32
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Erin's reviews
July 17th, 2011

I was really worried about this dress because I had read a review that said they needed a bigger size than normal. That being said I was really happy to say that a 2, which is sometimes even a little small on me, worked great. The zipper can be troublesome but aside from that, this dress was awesome. I am a true hourglass, 35-25-35 measurements and it was so beautiful. I am a 32DD so sometimes dresses are difficult to fit into but this one fit like a dress. So great, will definitely rent again!!

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Age: 43
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Browse Gwyn's reviews
August 14th, 2010

I wore this dress to a summer wedding and got a ton of compliments. My only complaint is that the the lace-like material snags very easily; when the dress arrived, there were loose threads hanging off of it that I had to "trim" in order for the dress to look presentable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Age: 37
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Petite
Browse Onyema's reviews
August 26th, 2012
The Rehearsal Dinner

I love the lace pattern of this dress and the deep purple color. I'm glad that I ordered two different sizes because the smaller size did not fit well. The bigger size fit better but was too big around the bust for me. Otherwise I'm happy that i chose the dress. It was great for the rehearsal dinner.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Age: 40
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Kathryn's reviews
November 28th, 2011
Awkward fit

This dress is really cute but as soon as I opened the package I knew it was going to be too big. The over all fit was ok it wasn't too tight and i felt comfortable in it but it went way past my knees. The waist also hits lower than your natural waist and cuts across the stomach. I'm sure it works out much better on taller girls, it just wasn't right for me. Also the skirt is A LOT fuller than it looks in the picture.

Top Contributor
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Age: 45
Bust size: 34F
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Ginny's reviews
October 19th, 2011

The lace looks pretty in the picture, but cheaper up close. Luckily it was my back-up dress, so I didn't have to wear it. I wouldn't suggest for someone with a large bust.

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