This dress is stunning. The shape is flattering even though fitted and the material and color are stunning. The only down side is that it is way way way too long. In heels, I'd be close to 5' 9" and I'd still need to have about 6 inches taken off the length. Given the mermaid shape and pleat at the back, I'm not sure you could hem that much or at least not without it costing a fortune.