Runs small and I wore my backup size 6 (normally a 4).  All that was available was Long in both 4 and 6 and it worked out well with some 4 inch heels.  Roomy in the bust which was a nice surprise - I was able to wear a padded strapless bra. 

I usually wear an 8R, but I read ALL of the reviews, so I added the 10R, cause, it was very fitted! 

My normal size is a 2 and the 2L was perfect for my body/height. Wore the dress with 3 inch heels. The fit around the bust to the back of the neck is snug—I have a small bust so it was perfect for me but some people might want to size up. Overall it was perfect 

Rented the 0 and the 2; the 0 was a bit too snug through the hips so I went with the 2 (but had to wear a padded bra to fill out the top -- fortunately the cut of this dress is such that you can wear a regular strapless or halter-style bra).  The appliques are sparkly and festive but the dark color prevents you from looking like a disco ball. Fit is curve-hugging but forgiving. 

Dress fits true to size. The Long was perfect 

Cons the dress was somewhat heavy and fit snug

Overall, this turned out to be a great rental dress for a Great Gatsby themed NYE party. I usually wear a 0 or 2, but this dress was only available in a 0. When I first tried it on, I was nervous about how snug the waistband felt and whether it would be itchy because of the sequins. But when I wore it out, it looked like it fit perfectly and the sequins really did not bother me very much. The dress was gorgeous and I received TONS of compliments on the dress throughout the night. 

Beautiful dress! Got compliments all night on the look. Super comfortable. Caution that it definitely runs small, especially if you have a chest and hips/butt. If you have a smaller chest and larger bottom half the top might be too big for you without a strapless bra. Would rent again knowing what size fits me! Long was the perfect length with 3 inch heels at 5'7". 

This dress runs true to size but is quite fitted so size up if you are concerned. I wore the 2R and had spanx underneath because it’s tight through the torso. It was snug and just barely fit around my rib cage—at the end of the night I was happy to take it off. But the dress is gorgeous and a perfect length for the 4 inch heels I wore—it did not drag on the ground. It was definitely a statement dress and I got tons of compliments, the perfect choice for a winter black tie wedding!

This wedding was black-tie with a light Gatsby theme, so this dress worked perfectly. It is definitely snug! I am usually a 0 but sized up for the 2, and even that left little extra room. Lots of compliments on this throughout the night! The side slit is a nice touch. 

I wore this to my cousin's wedding in the Fall and it was perfect for the black tie affair! The fit was fab and I wore it with strapless cups that stick to you, although you probably could get away with no bra. I loved the open back and the sequin detail was beautiful! Overall, gorgeous rental!

I have worn this dress in white and black, loved it both times. It takes beautiful pictures. I wore a 4 inch heel with a 10L, it was a little long but I feel that the Regular length would have been too short for the heel height. It runs on the small side and is tight in the midsection so I would size up. I usually can wear an 8 in most dresses. Overall this dress is wonderful and easy to wear. I would rent again for sure. I am just shy of 5'5" and 138 pounds for size reference. 

The fit on this is snug but to get this sort of looks that's all most a given. I am 5'7" and wish a 0 long would have been available because I did want more length. Otherwise a beautiful dress and would definitely recommend renting!

I normally wear a size 0-2 and went with the 2 for this dress. It is form fitting and flattering! The top was a little big compared to the fit in the legs. I got compliments all night and loved the dress. 

This dress got so many compliments, and I loved wearing it. It's very form fitting around the middle, so shapewear is your friend. 

I felt amazing in this dress! Got so many compliments on it. It was so much fun to wear! The length was just perfect once I put on 4" heels. 

My 2 cons: as with all sequin dresses, my arms got a little itchy towards the end of the night. Also, for the small-chested ladies like me, the dress may hang a little loose in the chest area. I think someone with a larger bust would fill it out a bit better, but it didn't look too strange! 

This dress was absolutely beautiful. It has a good weight to it, was not longer that my feet so not a tripping hazard at all, and fit absolutely as expected. The simplicity of the color of this dress was elevated by the intricate sequencing that wasn't corny looking at all. It was just perfect, highly recommend this dress!

If you are curvy, especially around your hips, this dress will fit really tight in that area and might restrict you a bit while sitting down. I didn’t mind that, but I can see how someone might find it uncomfortable. Most of my event I was on my feet. I ordered 10R and 10L, based on earlier reviews that the dress tends to run short - and that was the case. I usullly wear R, but this L was perfect length for me in my 2.5-3 inch heel. It it wasn’t dragging or hooking in the heel. I did experience a little irritation on my inner upper arms, due to small sequins in the fabric - but it wasn’t too bad, definitely worth getting the dress. 
Given the chance to pick two sizes all over again, I would recommend getting 10L and 12L, just to compare the fit tor tightness. With my pear shaped body, I feel like the top part of the 12L gown would be slightly large. This dress is easy to travel with, since you can fold it with no worries of wrinkles. 
I loved wearing it, it made me feel like a million dollars!!
P.S. I am 160 lbs

I absolutely love this dress! I would say it is in between “runs small” to “true to size”. I did feel the waist area where the black band was, was a bit tight.

I usually wear a size 10 and there was no way the 10 was going on my body. The size 12 was a stretch but it fit. I felt beautiful in the dress. It’s a beautiful dress and I got a lot of compliments. The dress did come with no clasps for the neckline. We had to safety pin it. Overall, I was very satisfied. 

My first RTR. Loved this dress! It is classic with added interest with the sequin detail and the back. Fit perfectly, great length - not too long so could wear more comfortable heels. Needed a nubra which helped the fit, too. 

Thanks to the reviews I sized up. I'm typically an 8-10 but rented a 10 and 12 and wore the 12. I felt like a superstar wearing this dress! 

I usually wear an 8 but it was a little tight in my hips so I went with to 10. I was also very happy to go with the long because it was the perfect length. Loved the dress overall!

I generally agree with other reviewers about sizing up - but I took a chance and ordered the last size 0L - i would have been more comfortable in the 2 but for those on the fence it's not crazyyy small or anything you'll definitely be able to squeeze into your normal size. Also - I am only 5'5 and the long was perfect with 4 inch heels. 

I am 5'7" and this was just barely long enough even as a 'Long', but other than that the dress was amazing!

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