The pattern on this dress is GORGEOUS!!!  I wish so much it fit the way I hoped but it doesn't, so I am returning it.  Here's why - at the hips, there is a seam that makes your hips look more round -like it adds extra curvature to you - I don't need that!!!  I already have enough bass lol.  It is very unflattering to have what looks like extra little "wings" at my hips.  I love the length!!  It's hard to find a dress that's cute at goes to your knees, which I like!  This one does!  However, the slit in the back is too high and does not work for me.  I love the length of the sleeves.  Overall, a very pretty dress and would be great for someone who wants to add the look of hips if they don't have them and doesn't mind the large slit in the back.  I normally wear a size 10/12 and purchased the 14.  It was slightly loose, just how I wanted it to be.  So definitely take the recommendations to buy a size up if you don't want it to be to squeezy