I felt amazing in this dress, and I got a lot of compliments. It fit great, shows off the curves, has a little give, and it’s easy to walk and sit in. I wore medium heels, nothing crazy, and it wasn’t too long. Most of the dress is lined, but the upper part is all openwork. If you can’t wear a strapless bra (I can’t), a regular black bra with transparent straps works great.

This dress reminded me of “classic old money” so it was perfect for my company’s formal murder mystery party. I got so many complements all night long! I was afraid it might be itchy with the lace overlay, but it was incredibly soft. I also forgot my strapless/sticky bra, so wore my normal nude bra and you couldn’t even see it. I’m 5’2 and wore 2in heels and it didn’t quite hit the floor. I could’ve worn flats and have it just brush the ground. I will always recommend RTR and this dress! 

Dress was absolutely beautiful, the material was very soft and very comfortable.  I received so many compliments, it was definitely a great choice.  

Dress was a little shorter than the floor length I’d prefer, but it was comfortable to wear for a winter season gala. 

The dress is visually interesting, unique, and very flattering. It has some stretch to it which makes it very comfortable. Worn for a black tie awards gala and received many compliments

This dress was perfect! It was everything I hoped for and more. The 4P fit like a glove-super comfortable yet so elegant. I wore it to a gala and lost count of how many compliments I received! The cut is unique and flattering; I only wish I had a better full-length photo to show it off. Would definitely rent again!

I ordered an 8 and a 10. While the 8 fit okay I felt the 10 did a better job not calling attention to my problem areas. It was comfortable and had good coverage so I could wear just about any dark colored bra and it would be hidden. I'm 5'5" and did have to wear a small heel to keep the dress off the ground, but a standard pump worked. The dress wasn't too heavy, but also wasn't so light that you would get too cold (it was January in the Northeast US and the night before a major snow storm and I was still fine). I definitely recommend this dress. 

First time using RTR, so easy - dress was exactly as expected- felt beautiful in it and will definitely rent again! 

Both size 0 and 2 fit but size 0 was just a bit tighter around my neck and arm areas so I opted for comfort. I’m short, was able to comfortably wear this around DC in 2 inch heels (2in for lightly touching the floor, 3 in for barely hovering the floor). Loved this for my formal work event, got lots of compliments! Also wore boots under to stay warm ;)

Its a classic fit with a simple elegance feel. No need for many accessories as the dress itself is a stunning piece alone 

Beautiful dress, form flattering - fit like a glove!!! 

I LOVED this dress. I ordered it as a backup when my dress of choice didn’t come. It fit perfectly!

It’s black with a bronze/tan color (not gold gold) 

Shoshanna

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