Malena Dress

Cara Cara New York

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(92 Reviews)

Product Details

The Cara Cara Malena Dress brings a crisp cotton-poplin shirt dress in bold baroque print with a cinched belted waist. Pair it with espadrilles and a canvas tote for a relaxed daytime ensemble. 

Materials and Measurements

Brown (100% Cotton Poplin) Casual Dress. Collared neckline. Short Sleeve. Front button closure. Shoulder to hemline length: 48". Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0 - 16

The model is wearing a size 4.

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (92)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Audrey's reviews
July 23rd, 2025
Rent it!

Fabulous cut, print and weight for summer.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 135lbs
Browse April's reviews
July 15th, 2025
So many compliments

I wore this to a destination work event and was constantly complimented by colleagues and strangers alone. It runs a little tight in the chest- I am a D- but overall the fit was perfect. Will 100% rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Josefa's reviews
June 22nd, 2025
Very Pretty dress , I wore it for church

Size 6 was perfect

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Browse M's reviews
October 17th, 2025
gorgeous

perfect for this fall transitional weather!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Petite
Weight: 122lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
October 10th, 2025
Love!

This dress felt so flattering and high quality. All of the details made it look and feel expensive. I got so many compliments on it at work. My only small issue was that while it fit perfectly, it was a little tight for raising my arms over my head. Wasn’t a big deal at work, but might be for some people. I wore it was tan booties and it was great. I’d probably rent it again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 113lbs
Browse Alexandra's reviews
September 29th, 2025
LOVE

A keeper. Many complements. Great length too !

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 125lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
September 18th, 2025
Easy Breezy

Beautiful and put together, yet so easy to wear and comfortable. Good for work, travel, weekends- very versatile look. Lightweight and breathable. Length works well for petite.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Meg's reviews
September 12th, 2025
Fit well, no gaping at the buttons

Flattering cut. Has pockets!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Madeleine's reviews
September 1st, 2025
Love! Will rent again.

Super comfortable and flattering

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Brit's reviews
August 29th, 2025
Love!!!

Perfect for Italian summer. Fit just right. Easy to walk around all day in.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 10
Height: 6' 0"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 175lbs
Browse Elizabeth's reviews
August 28th, 2025
Well made

Well made dress, fit true to size

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Nicole 's reviews
August 28th, 2025
Gorgeous pattern

Very lightweight comfortable fabric. Great dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
August 21st, 2025
Super flattering and beautiful dress

Perfect dress for a more formal workday very airy and perfect for a hot summer day

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Beryl's reviews
August 20th, 2025
So pretty!

I held on to this one for a while because it’s so pretty. Would have bought, but too expensive for now.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Shira's reviews
August 20th, 2025
Great summer dress

Dress was midi length. Fit perfectly. You can adjust the belt if you want it to go slightly tighter (which I liked).

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Mary's reviews
August 20th, 2025
Gorgeous dress, but tight in shoulders

I loved this dress. I felt so elegant wearing this! Perfect cocktail length. This fit so well everywhere EXCEPT for the shoulders. The shoulders were so tight that until it stretched a little, I couldn’t lift my arms above my head haha. After an hour, it stretched slightly and then I was fine. As a photographer, that wasn’t great 😂 but we got there and I did love this dress! I’m usually between a 2 and 4 and wear a small dress. Glad I went with a size 4, probably could have done a 6 for the shoulders, and the belt would have cinched in the waist.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 147lbs
Browse Margaret's reviews
August 3rd, 2025
wore to a baby shower

Comfortable, well made, high quality, the belt is a nice detail

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Elizabeth's reviews
July 27th, 2025
So comfortable!

This dress is incredibly comfortable and flattering. It fit like a dream (I have a lather chest so got a size 6) I wore it walking my kids to coffee with a friend, to a welcome dinner for work, and on a date night!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Annie's reviews
July 2nd, 2025
Perfect for work!

This was a great work dress. I wore it to travel and then dinner with clients.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 152lbs
Browse Michelle's reviews
June 29th, 2025
I loved it!

For me this dress was a winner. It was true to size on me (size 6, but I am small up top). Great for warm weather. Perfect length for a work event. The pattern may be busy for some, but I received so many compliments! And yay, pockets!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Madelyn 's reviews
October 20th, 2025
3-season dress

Great work dress. Has pockets and belt. Loved the colors as it could be spring, summer, or fall. Wore it on its own during the day, but threw on a burnt orange sweater over top for a chilly morning. Only misfortune is that if you have broader shoulders, it’s a tight fit.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Alicia's reviews
October 17th, 2025
Perfect work dress

Top Contributor
Size worn:
14
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 187lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
July 22nd, 2025
Pretty dress, runs very small on the top

Others said this, so I ordered the 14 (I'm between a 12 and 14 right now). The 14 was still tight on my shoulders and chest. Not sure I would order again despite how cute it is.

Overall Fit

Runs small

Chest

Runs small

Arms & Shoulders

Runs small

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 143lbs
Browse Leah 's reviews
September 15th, 2025
Stylish fall dress

This doesn’t have any give! I could button it but feel as if a 6 would fit better. I’d say this runs on the small side!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34G
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Rachel's reviews
October 17th, 2025
So cute. So small.

If you have a large bust, sizing up will not help. I took the largest size possible because I know this brand runs small and I usually take a size 8. The waist was very snug and although I could button the front, it the gaping at the bust made it unwearable. Also the belt is attached in the back, and had it fit, I was planning on belting it with a suede belt and wearing it with boots. The belt buckle is covered in rattan, so it’s definitely a summer dress.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
Small
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
September 23rd, 2025
Couldn’t wear/too tight

Zero give in the waist; my bust was too large to properly button—tried bc I liked the pattern! Super bummed I couldn’t wear this

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 4' 11"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 112lbs
Browse Kathryn 's reviews
October 9th, 2025
Received so many compliments!

Beautiful dress, great fit. Wore a few times for work and while traveling and received numerous compliments!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Date
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Cristina's reviews
October 8th, 2025
Resort elegance

You can dress this up or down. I felt elegant and pulled together for a dinner in a resort setting.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
4
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Other
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Lauren's reviews
September 21st, 2025
Gorgeous dress

Loved it! It was a little snug in the chest

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 2"
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Jenny's reviews
September 16th, 2025
Great Dress- Fab Pattern

Fabulous dress -- Cara Cara is the best. But this one didn't fit me at 33+ weeks pregnant. Had a bit of trouble with the buttons around the bust. I got it on but it was a squeeze.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Shira's reviews
September 16th, 2025
Fantastic look!

A bit snug as a fabric had no give, but it looked wonderful and it had pockets. This dress was fabulous.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
September 9th, 2025
Loved !

I wore this to work but you could definitely wear this to something more casual. I liked the belt how it structured the waist.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Cristin's reviews
August 20th, 2025
Pulled together, demure look

Only complaint with this fabulous dress is that the belt buckle is metal. It’s wrapped so you can’t tell, but try going through an airport metal detector in it. Belt does not detach from the dress so you get a lovely search in which the TSA confirms it’s the belt buckle that did it. Otherwise completely lovely.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Emily's reviews
August 19th, 2025
Fun take on work dress

The collar makes it professional and the pattern keeps it fun. Belt is very flattering

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 1"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Marrilee's reviews
August 6th, 2025
Perfect fit

Curvy friendly

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Joanna's reviews
July 30th, 2025
cara cara never disappoints

perfect fit, loved it

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 157lbs
Browse Anjelica's reviews
July 22nd, 2025
Great fit, love theres a belt. Good length.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Christina's reviews
July 9th, 2025
Great for work

Loved this for a summer work day. I have a larger rib cage and was ok in it

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 142lbs
Browse Megan's reviews
July 8th, 2025
Cara Cara does no wrong

Beautiful well made well fitting dress!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 118lbs
Browse Carrie's reviews
July 5th, 2025
Perfect work dress or dress for a meeting when you don’t work

The fit was great on this dress minus the waist being a bit snug. Easily fixed by not closing a small snap hidden by the belt. Really well made dress that has snaps so there are no gaps.

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