Apiatan Gown

Lauren Ralph Lauren

4.5
(55 Reviews)

Product Details

Your black gown could use a chic update. This caplet shift gown by Lauren Ralph Lauren is the elegant dress you can rely on for any event.

Materials and Measurements

Black crepe (100% Recycled Polyester). Shift. Sleeveless. Boat neck. Side zipper closure. See size and fit notes for length measurements. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: 0-16. 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'').

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Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

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True to Size
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Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Dr. marilyn 's reviews
May 31st, 2024
Wonderful formal dress

This dress is simplistic but still elegant. I especially loved that the design helped me avoid getting too hot while wearing black in Texas heat.

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 3rd, 2023
Elegant + comfortable

Loved this gown. It was elegant and fit in for the event but also comfortable to wear. I had read a prior review of a women similar sized to myself who said she fit in the size 6, but wore the size 8 because of the comfort. That is exactly what I did. I’m 5’3”, 135#, 36D chest with 40 inch hips.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
March 30th, 2025
Perfect for black tie wedding

Wore to a black tie wedding in the fall - wanted to cover my shoulders but didn't want it to look too stuffy, and this worked great! The cape felt stylish and cool, and the dress wasn't too difficult to walk in. I think the length was just right with 2" heels but I did pick up the dress sometimes to make sure I didn't step on it.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Anya's reviews
January 14th, 2025
Classy and Flattering Dress!

Wore this as a wedding guest dress and felt amazing in it! I am typically a size 4, but the 2R fit perfectly. Had a cape effect that added a fun flair, but also felt very classy. Received lots of compliments

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Katie's reviews
November 23rd, 2024
Comfortable, flattering, classy

I decided to take a risk and not wear SPANX underneath and it worked. What a comfortable and classy dress!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 178lbs
Browse Susan's reviews
May 22nd, 2024
This is a very comfortable dress and it fits really well. I wore the 12 and it was not too tight

The dress is long and I wore short heels. I kept stepping on the back of it. It may be a better dress for a taller person or wear higher heels.

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 125lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 5th, 2024
Simple and beautiful

Very comfortable and classic.

Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 182lbs
Browse Dana's reviews
February 27th, 2024
I had many compliments on this dress, and it was super comfortable and classy.

I will definitely use the service again. The customer service was impeccable.

Size worn:
4R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Michele's reviews
December 4th, 2023
This dress was beautiful! Elegant, simple, and comfortable. I wore the size 4 (5’7”, 132 lbs).

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 125lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 27th, 2023
Beautiful dress

Doesn’t wrinkle. Flows beautifully. I loved the cape part. Spanx helped. ;)

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
November 20th, 2022
Loved it!

Wore this to a gala- loved the cape! It was a bit snug around the hips but fine with spanx. Got multiple compliments. Would absolutely wear again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Pear
Weight: 185lbs
Browse Valerie's reviews
September 27th, 2024
Very elegant, loved the classic style

It was great for a wedding reception.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Sarah 's reviews
June 4th, 2025
Beautiful dress. Wore this for a rehearsal dinner and was just right!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Angie's reviews
November 16th, 2024
Very elegant. The cape style on the back of dress is beautiful.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 146lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
September 22nd, 2024
This dress was great! Totally comfortable, very flattering, and I didn't have to iron or steam it.

I wore it to a black tie wedding. Looks great, even with the low heeled shoes I chose to wear to be slightly more comfortable with all the walking I had to do that day.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Stacy 's reviews
July 24th, 2024
Perfect fit with having to use spanx!

Normally wear size 8 and this fit perfectly without having to use spanx! Side note: did not wear a bra (was snug with it on) and you wouldn’t tell at all- the cape portion kept that under wraps!

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
June 7th, 2024
Fit perfectly! Extremely comfortable!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 7"
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Juliana's reviews
May 13th, 2024
Just gorgeous

Perfectly flattering, perfect fit, beautiful in every way!

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Ashley's reviews
April 25th, 2024
Sophisticated Beauty!

Wore to my sister's Chicago wedding which was very vintage feeling and this was perfect. It fit so well and the cape really added flair. It was beautiful.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
April 23rd, 2024
Simply elegant!

This is a simple gown with a dash of unexpected elegance thanks to the chiffon sash. I coupled it with a pearl pendant necklace and dangling pearl earrings, and along with my tuxedo-clad arm candy we were a dashing couple at a black tie affair. I really, really wish I could buy this dress! This was my first time renting from Rent the Runway, but it won't be the last. (P.S. Dress is stretchy enough that I could have worn the size 8, but I felt more comfortable in the 10.)

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Christina's reviews
November 22nd, 2023
I was worried that it would be too snug but it fit perfectly.

Very classic, got lots of compliments.

Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Janel's reviews
November 2nd, 2023
Perfect for a formal event and lots of dancing

This dress is very elegant for a black tie event. It is comfortable and does not wrinkle easily. I had to order a bigger size than I normally wear to fit through the bust area. It was a little long for my height but it was manageable. It was perfect for dancing the night away!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Danielle's reviews
October 30th, 2023
A very classy look

Totally loved this. An elegant looking dress that made me feel wonderful. I ended up going with something else for the event but would wear this again in a heartbeat. Based on other reviews I went with a 6R and the size was just right.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
October 16th, 2023
Gorgeous fabric and drape

Little small through the bust area. It’s a beautiful black dress if it works.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Full Bust
Browse Marnette's reviews
September 22nd, 2023
Formal and sophisticated

Very classy. I received compliments.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 125lbs
Browse Kaoriko's reviews
September 19th, 2023
Elegant and classy

Tons of compliments throughout the night! Very comfortable and forgiving. no-wrinkle fabric.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
0R
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 117lbs
Browse Mijanou's reviews
September 18th, 2023
Need a good steamer

If your traveling make sure you have access to a good steamer. It was a big big and long but comfortable and elegant for a formal black tie event.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Kathleen's reviews
June 8th, 2023
Lovely and elegant

I long dress with asymmetric cape. Wore to a quince, perfect! Well fitted (8), could be a wardrobe staple

Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 20th, 2023
Fundraising gala

Had to go up a size, tighter in the middle. Super comfortable and hides all the unflattering parts.

Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 28B
Body type: Pear
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Davina's reviews
May 12th, 2023
Simple, but elegant and also very comfortable!

This fit just true to size, a tad long but with high heels I was able to pull it off.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
Small
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 36DD
Body type: Apple
Weight: 165lbs
Browse RTR Member's reviews
May 1st, 2023
Lovely dress

Very classy and elegant. Unfortunately my usual size 10 was too firm fitting and the next size up wasn't available, so I didn't wear this. But I would consider this dress for future events.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
10R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 154lbs
Browse Kim's reviews
April 30th, 2023
Fits well.

Great gown that flows and looks well on if you have proper undergarments.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
2R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Alyce's reviews
April 3rd, 2023
Best Formal Dress

I loved this dress. It's very classy, not revealing, but makes you feel like a million bucks. The fit is a little loose, but leaves some room for dinner. :)

Size worn:
16R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Browse RTR Member's reviews
March 15th, 2023
Elegant no fuss dress - perfect!

I worked a gala and selected this dress because it was elegant with no fuss. I didn't have to wear a strapless bra, my arms were covered so I wasn't shifting a shall or moving around. It was also long enough that I got away with switching between flats and heels intermittently. I probably could have fit into an 18 so I needed nylons wearing a 16. I also upgraded with statement piece earrings and a bracelet because I didn't want a necklace with the front cape. It was a great choice for the night.

Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Work
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Christina's reviews
December 4th, 2022
Everyone commented on it!!

Super comfortable high quality!

Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 5"
Body type: Apple
Browse Cathy's reviews
December 19th, 2024
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Size worn:
8R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 36C
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 154lbs
Browse Barbara's reviews
March 17th, 2024
Stunning and elegant. And comfortable to wear.

Size worn:
14R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Browse RTR Member's reviews
January 4th, 2024
Looked great

Easy to rent, wear, return!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
12R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Formal Affair
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 2"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Natalie's reviews
April 15th, 2023
Sophisticated

Would wear this again

Top Contributor
Size worn:
6R
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Wedding
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 38C
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 132lbs
Browse Suzanne's reviews
November 14th, 2022
Classic and perfect

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