Slow Burn Gown

Badgley Mischka

4.5
(903 Reviews)

Product Details

A racerback brings a cool sporty vibe to this attention-grabbing Badgley Mischka gown. Finish off this formal look with Kenneth Jay Lane's Clear Drop Earrings and relaxed strands.

Also available in white and black.

Materials and Measurements

Red crepe (98% Polyester 2% spandex). Sleeveless. Halter neckline. Fitted skirt. Hidden back zipper with hook-and-eye closure at racerback. Lined. See size and fit tabs for lengths. Imported.

Size and Fit

This dress runs true to size. We recommend going one size up for backup (see following fit notes for exceptions). Sized: 0 - 16.

BUST: Works best for A to C cup sizes - fitted at bust
WAIST: Fitted - dress fitted throughout midsection
HIPS: Fitted - curvier women should consider sizing up for full hips
LENGTH: Three lengths available. Petite measures 56" from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights under 5'2"), Regular measures 58'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'2''-5'6''), Long measures 61'' from shoulder to hem (recommended for heights 5'7''-5'11'').

UNDERGARMENTS: Should be worn with a nubra or no bra.
FABRIC: Fabric has some stretch
GREAT FOR: Athletic, Full Bust, Hourglass, Pear, Petite, Tall, Straight & Narrow body types
(Model's height is 5'10".)

We recommend Shapewear.

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (903)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
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True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 1"
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Jenell's reviews
October 1st, 2022
This color!

Wore this to a formal workfunction. Constantly turning heads. The fit was so flattering and the details made it so elegant.

Size worn:
14P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 155lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 9th, 2022
Trendy and Flattering Gown ❤️

I am a short, curvy woman with a so-called "apple" body type. I am 5 feet tall, and the length was perfect with my 3 to 4-inch heels. I tried this dress on literal minutes before running to this event. It is super comfortable and flattering. I love the simplicity and edginess of the neckline. The fabric is elegant and lays well on the body. I wore shapewear underneath, but I don't think it's required. It is an airy dress that is perfect for a summer event :) SUPER impressed!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Pear
Weight: 189lbs
Browse Mary clyde's reviews
December 11th, 2021
Black Tie Stunner

Rented this for a black tie dinner event and it was perfect! Fit me so well, was super flattering, and very comfortable - got lots of compliments on top of that! Would definitely rent again!

Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Browse Samra's reviews
October 14th, 2021
Perfect Wedding Dress

This dress was perfect for the black tie wedding I attended. I received many compliments on it. The fit is very good but it was a bit large in the chest area. Overall I enjoyed wearing it and it was very comfortable.

Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Melissa's reviews
May 10th, 2018
Favorite dress I've ever worn!

I loved this dress! I wore it to an event with the theme "Hollywood glam" and truly felt glamorous. The compliments on this dress were endless all night! It fit true to size, and was so comfortable and beautiful! I'm 5'5" and wore a 2 inch heel with the 4R, with plenty of length to spare.

Top Contributor
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 175lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 26th, 2018
LOVED this dress!!

Beautiful color and it fit like a glove! The fabric is thick so it covers up a lot and just feels expensive. I wore it to a wedding and got so many compliments on it. I rented an 8 and a 10 and I ended up wearing the 10 because it was a little more comfortable. It was also the perfect length with 4 inch heels!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4L
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Browse Carolyn's reviews
March 17th, 2018
The lady in red!

Compliments galore. The color of the gown is show stopping and the material is thick and with a great fit. It is not very forgiving in the mid section so spanx are a must. I was worried it would be too long but the length was perfect and will probably rent this in other colors

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 145lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 13th, 2018
Wore for military ball

Very flattering but it is tight! There isn’t much difference between the 4 and 6. I wore the 4 but could have easily worn the 6. I loved wearing the dress and received several compliments.

Size worn:
2L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Parker's reviews
March 13th, 2018
Fun, vibrant dress!

Great dress, the "L" is super long - I'm 5'7" w/ 3" heels and it was dragging, but no big. Loved the dress, it's super saucy!

Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Layla's reviews
March 12th, 2018
classy, elegant style dress

I had a really great experience renting this dress. I went to the RTR store in New York and was convinced to order this one by a stylist when I was torn between two dresses. He was incredibly accommodating for my delivery needs as well. I did end up receiving a 2R despite ordering 2P which was a bummer since I really needed the 2P. The bust area was big for me (I am 34B) and the dress was too long despite wearing 4" heels (I am 5'2"). Regardless, it still looked good, I felt great in it, and I, received lots of compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 160lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 6th, 2018
Wore this dress to a wedding in El Salvador on top of a volcano... It was muy caliente! loved it!

Juice cleanse before and wear spanx... otherwise, it's great for dancing!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Peyton's reviews
February 26th, 2018
Loved it!

10/10 would recommend

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Veronica's reviews
January 28th, 2015
Most comfortable dress I've ever worn.

I absolutely loved this dress. It fit me like a glove and stayed in place all night. I received so many compliments and felt like a beauty queen. I would never have been able to wear a dress like this without Rent the Runway. I am hooked!

Size worn:
2P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Browse RTR Member's reviews
November 14th, 2017
The dress is very long, I am 5’3” ordered size 2P it was 3 inches too long.

unless you are taller than 5 ‘6”, even with size 2 petite, you will have a problem with the length. Used the Hollywood temporary tape, it kept coming down, my heel got caught in it, thank goodness it was not a dance, that would’ve been impossible. It is a wow dress, but uncomfortable due to the length.

Size worn:
10R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 158lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 20th, 2018
Not what I expected

The dress was beautiful, however fit like a glove. Normally am a size 10R, but this was extremely tight, but loose on the top which caused my bra to show on the sides. Because of the lack of support, I wasn't comfortable wearing no bra and the 12R was even bigger on my chest.

Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Lydia's reviews
March 2nd, 2025
Curve hugging beauty.

I’m a true 16, this fit like a glove. Be comfortable showing off your curves, the dress is very form fitting, not a ton of give. The color is vibrant. Beautiful gown.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 168lbs
Browse Kate's reviews
December 20th, 2024
Perfect Holiday Party Dress!

I felt so sexy and elegant in this dress! Red is definitely my favorite new color!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Lindsey's reviews
May 27th, 2024
Loved this dress!

This dress fits like a glove. It is simple yet stunning on

Size worn:
6L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 6' 0"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Amy's reviews
May 20th, 2018
Everything was seamless, easy to order, came on time and fit perfectly!

Fit perfectly!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Petite
Weight: 117lbs
Browse Andrea's reviews
October 8th, 2023
Great dress

Love this dress- I have worn it in multiple colors. Had to size up to 4p (I am 5’3 120) since 2p not available but still looked nice, just a little loose around the arms

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Kylie's reviews
December 11th, 2022
Get this dress

It fit amazing covered any “lumpy” areas, was fine to dine in and comfortable enough for dancing without worrying what would be compromised!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
October 5th, 2022
Gorgeous!

I loved this. It's not the most original or exciting dress but is a flattering, classic floor length. I paired it with some long gloves (not pictured) and raked in compliments all night! I'm a 10/12 and a 12 was the right decision as it runs true to "formal dress size" aka: doesn't have a lot of stretch for those of us with broad or curvy bods.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6P
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 149lbs
Browse Megan's reviews
September 5th, 2022
Lady in red

Wasn't my first pick. The dress I originally ordered ended up not being available so they did a last minute option change and I ended up loving this one more than my original pick.

Size worn:
6P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Browse RTR Member's reviews
August 21st, 2022
It fit great and the length was perfect

I was very comfortable in the dress and wore a 2 inch heel with it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 116118lbs
Browse Allison's reviews
August 13th, 2022
Classy & sexy

The most comfortable dress I've ever worn, had to believe because it's so elegant. Loved this one!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Sharon's reviews
June 4th, 2022
The fit and feel of this dress were perfect

This dress was not my original choice it was sent as back up when original was no longer available at last minute and it was a stunner. Fit was perfect, fabric so rich and elegant.

Size worn:
6P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Kim's reviews
May 28th, 2022
Great fit, stunning color!

I am on the petite side 5'3" and was able to wear a lower pair of heels with this, if you're taller keep that in mind. Fit was great, had some give to it.

Size worn:
10P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Diana's reviews
April 28th, 2022
So comfy and flattering

Size worn:
8L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Abbie's reviews
March 7th, 2022
Elegant

This is an elegant, flattering dress. I'm 5'9" and currently 145lbs. I definitely needed the long! After reading reviews that said the dress runs small, my backup was a 10 but I wish I could have tried the 6L. The 8L was super comfortable and easy to dance in later in the evening though. I also wore a strapless bra with no problems. Highly recommend!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Luisa's reviews
February 26th, 2022
Elegant, simple and fun

You cannot go wrong. If you are not afraid to show your curves, go with it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 129lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
February 14th, 2022
Beautiful fabric

Wore for a red tie gala, tons of compliments, flattering cut

Size worn:
16P
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Sherry's reviews
December 15th, 2021
Nice dress. I'd rent it again.

Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 40DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 215lbs
Browse Kristina's reviews
October 9th, 2021
Love A Red Dess

Great fit. Gives a nice hourglass shape. I wore spanks to hide the lines in the tummy. Wore just a sticker bra, and even with a larger chest felt supported. Would rent this dress again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32C
Browse Kalinda's reviews
February 15th, 2021
Stunning, comfortable dress

Absolutely beautiful dress, fit well and was comfortable all night long.

Size worn:
4R
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Pear
Browse RTR Member's reviews
September 29th, 2020
Fit like a glove!

I can not recommend this dress enough! At the time of wearing, I was a size 4 in tops and about a 32C, but what REALLY amazed me about this dress is that in accommodated my hips extremely well. My pant size is closer to an 8. I am a Pear shape all the way. If you are confident with the front of your stomach, don't let larger hips and butt talk you out of this one. It's such a winner!!

Size worn:
8R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 195lbs
Browse Destiny's reviews
September 11th, 2020
Elegant

This was the perfect dress for my Fiancées command holiday party. I felt amazing, plus I received tons of compliments all night.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Abigail's reviews
February 26th, 2020
Perfect fit

I loved everything about this dress! Wore it for a Mardi Gras ball and felt great all night. I would suggest heels because it was on the longer side.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6P
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Tara's reviews
October 6th, 2018
Loved the dress. Should have gotten a size smaller. Danced all night and was comfortable.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0L
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Katlyn's reviews
June 15th, 2015
Loved this dress! Elegant, high quality fabric, and a great fit!

I loved this dress! So gorgeous and such a beautiful color. I originally wanted a size 2, which was not available, so I went with a 0L and 4R. The 4 was just a little too baggy in my top half, but the 0 fit just fine! I think the high quality in the fabric and the slight stretch made the 0 work just fine. Lengthwise, the long worked better than the regular for me. I am about 5'8" and wore taller heels and the dress hit right at the perfect spot!

Size worn:
8R
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Fallon's reviews
June 13th, 2015
Perfect Prom Night!!!

True to size, a great dress for curvy girls. Hugs in all the right places. TIP: watch out for the train. Wore 4 inch heels and still had to hold my dress.

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