This dress fit true to size and is exactly as the picture shows.  It is a sturdy dress, probably better for spring than summer.  The only drawback I saw was that it came sooo wrinkled and the wrinkles in this fabric are hard to get out by just throwing them on the iron board.  But no worries, I just washed it in gentle cold, then ironed it while it was still wet.  This seem to work well.  It is a quality dress in a beautiful shade of red, but plan on using that iron you have to keep the dress looking neat and tidy.