AMAZING DRESS. Wanted to keep it! The back was my favorite part (it was low and had a sweet bow at the bottom). It did run a little tight, but not in an uncomfortable way. Held stuff together, lol. 

I rented this dress for my engagement photos and it was just as adorable in person as it was pictured online.  They only had a size 0 available and I am typically a size 2 but figured I would give it a try.  Luckily I'm not busty by any means so I was able to squeeze myself into it.  It is slightly off white/light greyish and my only complaint was that the liner underneath showed at some points.  Overall such a great dress and would recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and flirty look.

in one word, the dress is cute. i wore it for my wedding rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. there isnt much stretch to the fabric, so just keep that in mind when ordering. regardless, the size 2 fit well. like everyone else, i especially loved the back.

I loved this dress so much I didn't want to send it back! It was perfect for my boyfriend's launch party for his new iPhone application which uses a bow tie for the logo! The bow ties are super cute and the low cut back shows just enough skin. I typically wear a size 4 but the size 6 fit perfectly. 

My typical clothes run between a 6-8 so I was a little nervous about this one. It was slightly snug, especially after dinner, but was never so tight I was uncomfortable. I did not wear a bra and felt mostly comfortable, but probably would go with cups next time.

This dress was amazing, i wore it for a date night with my hubby.  Everyone complimented it i never wanted to send it back!  it fit amazing, i am normal size 0-2 but with a size 34D chest, i finally was able to wear a dress with out a bra and i loved that!

Its a silky material and a little shiny. I loved it and my bf and I looked great!

I wore this for our engagement party in mid-September. I am SO glad I went a size up for my backup size - I'd been considering going a size down.  However, with the way the armpit-holes are cut, and the zip up on the side not the back, I couldn't even get the 0 to zip over my bust.  So, I went up to the 2 and it fit perfectly. So if you bust is a bit disproportionate to the rest of you, maybe size up for your back up size.

As a side note, it looks like it is stark white in the photo, but it's actually more of a parchment white and black. I ended up wearing it with some beige wedges and it was very cute. I am glad it was a bit off-white because it was not a formal affair, so I was able to dress it down (I felt if I'd worn black heels I would have been over dressed).

I aboslutely LOVED this dress! I got so many compliments on it! So flattering and fun! You will not be disappointed! I was so sad to send it back.. . 

I normally wear 00 in Kate Spade, but I wore the 0 in this one due to the boob area being too tight in the 00. I felt AMAZING in this dress!

This dress fit true to size. It's tightest in the waist. 

My friends got married at Camp Wandawega, so I knew I wanted to wear a unique dress.  This dress was *adorable*.  It was comfortable, the perfect length, and I got a lot of compliments.  

This dress is perfect for a day party. The fit is on the small side around the waist and larger around the bust. Size 4 fit perfectly around my waist, but as a 34A the bust was a little loose. I would definitely recommend this dress for any summer get together.

I was so sad to have to return this dress! I wore it to my bridal shower & everyone absolutely loved it - people were stopping me on the street to compliment it! The back is amazing - I wore the NuBra without a problem. Definitely no give to the fabric but the 4 zipped up perfectly - not for someone with a larger chest! Excellent first RTR experience - I recommend to all!

I wore this dress for my husband's 30th birthday party.  I was extremely happy with the dress, although it was a bit loose in the waist and chest (I usually wear a size 2 in dresses, but it was only available in a size 4).  Despite this, it was comfortable and I got TONS of compliments all night.  It even has cute pockets!  Will definitely use RTR again for another event!!

I am so in love with this dress! I wore it for my birthday, and I never wanted to take it off. I typically teeter between a 0 and a 2, but wore a 0 in this dress. The top was very tight, but a 2 would have been unflattering for my body type. The length was perfect for me (my legs are deceptively short, and this hits just above the knee). The material was so soft and not as heavy as I thought it would be. I wore it outside in 85 degrees and felt great. The back...is to die for. Doesn't scoop down too low. Just so classy! I felt like a million bucks in this dress and already want to rent it again!

I wore this dress for a black and white themed formal party! I received so many comments on the dress, it almost became annoying, almost! The 00 was a little tight, a 0 would have been better, but it wasn't available. The back detailing was perfect, not to low, but just enough. Would rent this dress again in a heart beat!  

Those red tights are so cute! Great choice. =)

I wore this dress for engagement photos and it was perfect! There is a little bow in the back that is such a cute detail. The only thing I had an issue with is it was a little tight around my chest. I am a 34B and normally size 4s fit fine. It was just a little tight, but fine to wear for photos. Another great RTR experience!

Felt beautiful in this dress and got a ton of compliments, both at the party and through social media after. It runs small and went with my back up size...could've probably squeezed in to my regular size, but wanted to feel more comfortable. The back detail of the dress really makes it--It's business in the front, party on the back. But, really it's just party all around! 

This dress' print got lots of compliments and has a great '60s era full skirt with a dramatic back. It's great for a daytime occasion on the formal side. The front is conservative but the back livens it up. Stick-on bra only.

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