I love this dress! The material is a nice thick linen that doesn't require a slip to wear. The cut of the dress is loose but drapes in a very flattering way, avoiding the tent effect. The bodice has nice stitching which unfortunately is hard to see in the photo. I am 5'5" and 210 pounds and the XL fit perfectly. The sleeves are a bit snug as other reviewers have noted but not enough to bother me. I could always have the sleeves altered with a bit of elastic if it becomes a problem but I wore it for a full day with no problem. I love the dress so much I also bought it in orange. This is perfect for Southern California, cool in summer but nice enough to wear to the office.