This dress fit weird. I was excited to be able to pull the dress up over my hips, I thought for sure it fit but the arms were too small. Like tiny, miniature, made for doll arms. I can't understand how some people got into it. My arms are not big by any means so this has to be a design flaw. I am returning. I don't know about ordering an extra large as the bodice of the dress may be too big then. Beautiful dress though, nice soft fabric and quality lace. Arms are made for Elmo so I have to subtract a star for that.