I wore this for a Mardi Gras ball, and it was lovely. I don't wear heels at all, so the dress was a bit long for my 5'5". I also usually wear a 6, but this dress was too large on me. Consider ordering a size smaller. The fabric of this dress has a weight to it, making the dress flow easily. It does have a small train, so make sure to lift it while walking in a crowd.

When my main dress in both what I thought I was size and the next size up didn't fit ... I almost panicked. This dress fit beautifully! 

This runs a full size 2 large. Also, the train is pretty long and is not dance floor friendly. But Well-made beautiful dress.

got lots of compliments, felt cute, danced all night! I wore sticky boobs but wish I had looked into a strapless plunge bra.

The material, almost crepe style, was flowy, light weight and perfect for summer ball. I'm much smaller, with very little lift, on top compared to my hips and this dress was a dream. Was able to wear a standard strapless bra, had to pull the back band just a bit from the deep back v, but didn't need to invest in a low plunge or back strapless bra. While I needed a bra for lift, dress would work without one and some tape, if you choose that way too. Did gap on me a bit in the chest when seated for dinner, but boobs weren't ever going to fall out. If you have a larger chest, but be comfortable with cleavage. The train was a fun addition to the simple dress. At 5'5'' the long was a bit much, but the only size option available when I rented. Long was perfect on the front at it barely showed my shoes, might have felt too short in front with regular length. 

This dress was too big but fit well enough for the night. Made from heavy fabric, it had substance and moved just right. It was wrinkly though, so I suggest planning to steam it before you wear it. I’d own this dress if I went to more events. 

Loved this dress! I had a baby 11mo ago and was looking for a form fitting conservative/classic dress that would be forgiving where needed! Perfect dress for that. Dress is great for larger chests (no built in support though). If you wear shape wear it will show if your under garment is too tight- factor that in. I went without it and the fabric didn’t punish me for it. I definitely recommend! 

Look: loved it for a formal event - wore it to a military black tie event. just enough cute and not too sexy. Just right.

Fit: I am 4'11 so I am VERY short and I was worried about the fit but with my highest heels I had about 5-6inches of a train which looked elegant but disclaimer: if you are short, expect to pick up the dress a lot while dancing and such. Otherwise not really a problem.

Also, It runs pretty largely in the bust area. I have big chest muscles and broad shoulders (powerlifter) and it fits just ENOUGH for me to use some boob tape and double-sided tape. If you are short but petite in the shoulder and chest area I DO NOT recommend this dress. I am a 32B, very small boobs but a broad chest. 

Lastly, if you have wide hips or are curvy you can fill out the dress pretty well. I loved how it hugged my shape- bust part is the issue.

Feel: high quality! impressed

Shipping: shipped on time, easy return- thought RtheR was a hoax but seriously- will 1000% be using this site for my formal events

Overall: 9/10 experience, only 9 because of the length and my original package from RtheR was stolen- pro tip: make sure you deliver to a SAFE address! I live in NYC UWS and should've known better but it's been resolved. 

I didn’t get to wear this as it was just too big in the bodice, but the inside of this gown is softer than any dress I’ve ever worn! The thickness of the dress allows comfort without spanx, definitely low cut so keep that in mind. I think this dress runs one size large. Even with my DD chest, I could grab a handful of excess material in the back. 
I normally run between a 6-8 dress size, mainly because I have wider hips. 

The dress was much shorter than I expected. I'm 5'6" and was wearing shorter heels than normal - and it barely hit my ankles. I could have gone 2-3" longer. I wish the straps were adjustable, but it was fine as long I kept good posture. Overall, it was a safe option! Nice thick fabric so it didn't show too much, was pretty flattering and very comfortable!

Rented for a work gala event in August. Material didn't wrinkle was stretchy plenty of room, and comfortable.

This was a last minute replacement gown for a formal wedding, and I was pleasantly surprised by it! I have a very narrow frame and a small bust and felt very comfortable in this gown. The cut and heavier fabric were flattering,
 while still allowing me room to breathe and eat. The high low hemline was perfect for me, I am 5'2 and wore 3 inch heels.
Overall a very classic, foolproof black gown. 

Could have sized down.. beautiful dress! 

Love this dress! I'm 5'7 155lbs and size 8 fit great. 

This dress provides a classic understated look. It is not tight but does not look boxy. I liked how the shoulder detail provided a little bit of a different look. 

This dress is perfect! I'm short and it was great with 2 inch heels. The train was a bit long but nothing I couldn't dance in. I used sticky boobs and had no issues. It fits to a T and I got compliments all night. The earrings are also RTR

The fit is form-fitting but not too tight. Followed the advice of other reviewers and sized down (I am a toss up between an 8 and 10, and the 8 fit perfectly with this one). The fabric is thick enough that you don't need a bra. The back is slightly longer than the front, just an FYI. Would absolutely recommend!

This dress was beautiful and flattering! I didn't have to wear any Spanxs which is a huge plus. There is a bit of a train and it was raining, so the bottom got a bit wet but it wasn't a big deal. I can't wear heels and the dress was perfect with dressy flats. I am small chested and the top was a big but, again, it wasn't a big deal. I got tons of compliments! 

I wore this to a black-tie optional winter wedding. It fit pretty well, though I had to pin the top to a spandex bra. That was easy to do though with the full lining. The mermaid cut was forgiving and I was very comfortable moving around and dancing. I received many compliments, and felt beautiful.

I added this dress to my Unlimited order as a back up, but it turned out to be the dress for the big event. It is very well constructed and with very good material. It looks like a simple black dress but it's actually very gorgeous black dress. I got so many compliments. I would totally rent this dress again!

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