I expected it to be tight.  Yet really comfortable - work Roaring 20's party - lot's of compliments.  I'm too old to be a flapper, I am more Downton Abbey-ish.  I liked that it covered my arms, yet never over-heated.  I'm 5'4" 160ish pounds.  Perhaps x-large, compared to large that I purchased, but gives me incentive so I could wear again.  The cost was great, and again, the dress comfortable.  I highly recommend.