Puff Sleeve Dress

3.1 Phillip Lim x RTR

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(179 Reviews)

Product Details

This 3.1 Phillip Lim x RTR dress features textured fabric with puff sleeves and a cinched waist, offering a modern yet sophisticated vibe. Accentuate the look with bold earrings and strappy heels.

Materials and Measurements

Black (54% Viscose, 36% Polyester, 10% Polyamide). Casual dress. Short sleeves. V-neck. Tie closure. 35.5" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-12

Model is 5'10 and wearing a size 4.

Not see through | No pockets | Attached belt | Lined on the inside | Petite friendly | Tall girl friendly | Elastic waist | Standard bra friendly | Sleeve opening is tight | Puff sleeves | Light weight | Side zipper | No stretch | Comfortable fit | True to size | Casual office friendly

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (179)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Abby's reviews
February 11th, 2025
Perfect professional dress

I ended up wearing it for office photos. It was perfectly professional! It fit just as expected.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 139lbs
Browse Cathy 's reviews
November 24th, 2024
Go To Dress

Lovely, stylish dress that is perfect for a dinner out. Classic yet contemporary with puff sleeves and ruffle hem. Elevated from everyday, but comfortable and stylish enough for a night out. The size 4 fit perfectly.

Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32G
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 137lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 2nd, 2024
6 words - I want to OWN this dress!

This dress exceeded my expectations. I got this after seeing it on a news anchor and scoured the internet until i finally found it on RTR. I was in like at first sight and then at first touch. This dress is lightweight with a seersucker-esque look. The fabric feels dreamy, drapes nicely, and has a lustrous finish. It is perfect for Texas summers and can transition well into mid- to late autumn. Size-wise, I normally wear a 4 if it's not petite, but based on reviews went with the 6 (with backup size 4). The bodice was perfect, even with the deep V on a shorter frame. If you're blessed with a curvy backside and hips, you'll want to size up like I did to ensure it lays right in the back. The length was perfect for my 5'0" hitting me just above the knee. This dress can be worn for any occasion - I wore it to church. I'll end my review the same as I started - I want to OWN this dress!

Team RTR
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 30C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Courtney's reviews
May 14th, 2024
Team RTR Review

I loved this feminine, and minimalist dress by Phillip Lim X RTR! In my opinion, it runs true to size with no stretch. I recommend renting your normal size. There is not a zipper in the back, so you need to pull this style over your head to slip it on. This style is cinched at the midsection, and flowy and looser at the hips. It worked for smaller chest area. At 5'1, the length was just at my knees, which was perfect. The dress works to fit very short frames. The slightly puff sleeves make it girly and fun. Pair with a heeled sandal, or a white sneaker to dress it down!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 123lbs
Browse Abigail's reviews
February 7th, 2025
Cute and chic

True to size and classy

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Rachael's reviews
January 8th, 2025
Great dress!

I wore it to a work event. I wish I could wear it more occasions because it was very comfortable and a great length. Didn't make my arms look too big which can happen with puffy sleeves and a broad back. I got a lot of compliments.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
September 24th, 2024
Such a great dress for work or dinner date!

I absolutely loved this dress. It was slightly big on me so you could see the slip by the chest area. But just adorable. I could have sized down one more but even so, the belt sinched it perfectly for me.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 126lbs
Browse Amanda's reviews
May 29th, 2025
Flirty & Fun

This dress was super flattering and fun to wear. I loved the bottom - added such a fun, flirty touch. Fit TTS but as others have said, the arms are odd - sleeves are full but the cuff is tight. I preferred pushing the sleeves up so the cuff didn’t catch oddly around my elbow.

Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 6th, 2025
It runs a little small, so I'm glad I ordered the 10, which fit perfectly.

I received a ton of compliments!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Isabel's reviews
February 3rd, 2025
Comfortable black dress

Wore this to a film premiere for work and it was perfect! Loved the belt and the texture.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Browse A's reviews
December 15th, 2024
Greta fit

Cute puffy sleeves and shape!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Brittany's reviews
November 21st, 2024
Lovely Dress

Really enjoyed this dress. Fit was true to size.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Kristen's reviews
October 28th, 2024
So flattering!

This dress is perfect for so many occasions! Dressed up or down for work/church etc with sneakers, heels, wedges. I think it’s a great closet staple. The belt helps to add some waist definition and it’s not too short if you’re on the taller side. I am cautious to wear this length to work but it was perfect. I also have stronger arms/shoulders and sometimes feel like puff sleeve can be too tight but I had plenty of room.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
August 2nd, 2024
A classic

such a classic and sweet LBD!!! This fit like a glove and the belt and fun texture added a lot of character and wearability! A great addition to my shipment.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Apple
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Linda's reviews
July 2nd, 2024
Great LBD for summer

Perfect fit. Really loved this. Even in summer! Still had a little wiggle room in this dress without it being too big or bulky, but also not too tight. Would do well in other seasons too Just right!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Elliott's reviews
June 18th, 2024
Best work dress!

Loved loved loved this work dress. I think I could have sized down, but it wasn’t a huge deal.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Apple
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Noelle's reviews
June 14th, 2024
Love, love, love

I absolutely loved this dress. I carry my weight in my stomach and this dresses fits very flattering. Just beware that it is see through so undergarments are necessary.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Mary beth's reviews
May 21st, 2024
There is a lot going on here… in a good way!

Puffy sleeves, sheer fabric over silky liner, rufflely flair on the bottom, belt… that sounds like a lot, but somehow it works! This has a LOT of personality for a little black dress. I wore it with professional heels for a work presentation and also dressed it up with fun accessories for a party. Lots of compliments at both! Will rent again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Joscelyn's reviews
May 21st, 2024
Conservative, cute & flirty

I wore this to the office with cute ballet flats but I could also put a heeled sandal with it as well for a date. I love the sleeves & neckline.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 113lbs
Browse Pamela's reviews
May 16th, 2024
Best dress!

Large seersucker material. Belt cheapens look so added my own. Sleeves a little long so hit me at elbow. Could dress up or dress down. Will rent again. Perfect for petites.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Lindsey's reviews
May 10th, 2024
Rent it immediately

Absolutely amazing material. The weight of the skirt kept the dress from flashing the most populated sidewalks in dc in wind that was moving patio furniture. So wonderful. Sizing was a little odd the chest was rather large, but because there is so much fabric it isn’t as revealing as it could be. Just a little deep. Would have purchased it, but I got it NWT. Great desk to dinner to brunch to whoever you want. bust: 32 top: 2/4 waist: 28/29 pants:8

Team RTR
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Nisha's reviews
April 29th, 2024
Super cute!!

Easy and very flattering dress to throw on. The sleeves are a little tight to button up so I just unbuttoned them. There is an attached black slip inside that makes it a little harder to get on but once you get it, it’s fine. Fit was perfect

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
April 27th, 2024
10/10

One of my favorite RTR picks. Received tons of compliments. I think this would flatter most women. The fabric drapes/hangs very well, but definitely more of a spring/fall dress because the fabric is heavier. I went with a 6 based on a review about sizing up if you have a chest, and the slip was a little loose around my bust, but not unwearable.

Team RTR
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Stephanie's reviews
April 9th, 2024
Team RTR Review

This dress is so cute! I would size up if you have a larger bust. It has a very forgiving shape and the v-neck is so flattering. The volume in sleeve and stiff bottom had such a cute and feminine touch. It is bra friendly with a nude or black bra!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 28B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Brittany's reviews
October 13th, 2024
Cute, not my usual style

Fits as advertised - very cute wore for a formal event and work cocktail event. Not my usual style.

Overall Fit

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Length

Just right

Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Kirsi's reviews
May 23rd, 2025
Good casual Friday dress for work

I really like this dress! It’s modest for work. I’m 5’6 and it hits right above my knee which is perfect. It also has a slip inside which I liked. I did have to steam the bottom of it. I honestly would buy it but it has a lot of frays along the seams which is why I took off a star. It’s black so it’s barely noticeable and not a huge issue but still slightly annoying.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Alicia's reviews
September 7th, 2024
Cute dress, arms are a little odd!

Wore to the theatre and dinner. Loved the fit with the exception of the arms.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Shari's reviews
August 30th, 2024
Looked good but not comfortable

Tight around the bust. Lining kept moving and twisting but received a lot of compliments that it looked good.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
July 10th, 2024
Fun dress, but needs a slip

This description says this dress is lined, but the one I received was not. You will need a black slip on hand if your experience is the same. Otherwise, I loved the dress and got lots of compliments on it. It is a fun material and the sleeve shape is fun but still flattering. It’s the details that make this simple black dress something unique.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 147lbs
Browse Denine's reviews
July 2nd, 2024
Would rent again

I’m 5’4” ~147 lbs, it was very cute on, belt cinched in waist nicely. A little short for work for my liking, but I wore it anyway. Could definitely be dressed up with heels for date night. Will rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Sharon's reviews
May 1st, 2024
Sleeves

Nice and comfortable dress wore it to work. Got compliments, but the sleeves were a bit too big to petites.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Nicole's reviews
April 21st, 2024
Dressier than expected

I thought this might be a cute dress for work but I did not end up wearing. My office environment is casual, and the material is stiff, making it feel formal. The dress runs true to size, and there is a slip dress underneath so you can wear a bra.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Samantha's reviews
June 4th, 2025
Just ok - too short and not the most flattering if you’re pear shaped.

Felt this was really cute in general but too short for any work functions and I’m only 5’4. I’m pear shaped and smaller on top and felt like the extra fabric/puffyness of the sleeves didn’t flatter me. Otherwise looked well made and expensive. Liked the fabric. Made my abdomen / lower half look flattering but the overall look felt too formal for my regular life but too risqué for work.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 134lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
June 9th, 2025
Fabulous fit!

This dress is perfection. I would purchase if the price was right. Wore to an event and felt so great - lots of compliments. Perfect length for petite.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 30G
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 123lbs
Browse Sara's reviews
May 18th, 2025
It's nice but it's see through so you must wear something underneath

This dress is really nice but you must wear something underneath. I wish the belt could be removed in order to put a different one with more color.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 40D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Reyna's reviews
May 4th, 2025
Loved it!

I love this dress! Super cute, super trendy and super sexy.

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Lisa's reviews
April 15th, 2025
Great dress for many styles

Loved this, fit great and was comfortable, flattering, and just the right length

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Cynthia's reviews
March 19th, 2025
Cute and unexpected

This was super cute - I wore it to work an arts event. The arms were a bit tight on me but otherwise I liked how it was unexpected in cut and details.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Runs small

Waist

Just right

Hips

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Madeline's reviews
March 19th, 2025
Great work dress

Great for work and is a good length, especially for tall girls (I'm 5'9").

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 137lbs
Browse Andrea's reviews
March 12th, 2025
Cute...know your undergarments can be seen

Runs slightly big...belt fold over weird but actually loved the dress

Overall Fit

Runs big

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