I absolutely love the pattern and fabric. Based on the pictures when originally posted, I was hoping that the dress would work for a pear-shaped figure. I realized later that the pictures were only on slender models. I am 34DD-30-44, usually a 12 in pants and 8 in tops; I ordered a Medium, and it fit perfectly on top but was far too snug on the bottom. I exchanged for a Large, and the bottom is perfect but the top is too large, giving me batwings under the arms. I love the dress enough that I kept it and am getting it tailored along the sides of the top, and also getting the belt taken in. If you have a pear-shaped figure, be prepared that you'll need to get this altered.

I am 34-27-37 and got the size small. The top is a bit big, but I believe the next size smaller would be too small on the bottom. If you are even slightly pear shaped, definitely pay attention to the size chart on this one.

The fabric is really nice, but this dress does definitely need a slip under it. For the price, I wish it were lined. The belt is a really nice touch and many steps above the normal "self belt" that comes with a lot of dresses which is basically just a piece of fabric.

Highly recommend! The fabric has a great hand feel and is breathable. If you are near the top end of the hip circumference measurement, I would recommend you size up so that the bottom of the dress lays right. I had the exact hip measurement listed for the XS, sized up to the Small and found that size was needed to help the dress lay correctly when wearing it with the belt. I have a small bust (32B) and the top does not look too oversized on the Small. The dress is not lined, so I feel more comfortable wearing it with a nude bralette and nude biker shorts underneath. The belt is a beautiful detail. I find this dress washes, hand dries and then steams out easily. I wore it all day at a conference and the fabric did not wrinkle easily. Looks great with the ribbed cardigan dress in Marsala worn over it as a duster (to transition you into fall).

This is a statement piece that doesn't feel over-the-top dressy but really stands out. It's comfortable and versatile. I only gave four stars because it would be really nice for this dress to be lined (maybe slightly more structured and less of a shirtdress?). Minor complaint but I wouldn't wear it without a slip.