Im 58, 170 lbs, 43 bust, usually size L or 12, Chicos 1. According to the size chart, the XXL would be too small through the bust. Its not! Glad I took a chance. I bought the white/green print which has coral colored poppies and some dusty chambray blue flowers also. The fabric reminds me of the lightweight rayon we used to buy at Express in the 80s. Very drapey. The smocked waist makes it easy to get the dress off and on with out undoing all those buttons. As a matter of fact, Im gonna run a row of stitching down the inside front placket to keep it in place. Then I won't be able to unbutton it. I bought this to wear around my beach house this summer. Itll be great for that, but would also be wonderful to wear to a summer concert or a casual restaurant. Will probably buy at least one more!