After reading the reviews, I ordered a larger size than normal. I am 5'7" and wear a size 12 top and ordered the XL.  (I figure I can take it in easier than let it out.) And I will have to take it in through the waist. I am glad I ordered the larger size for the sleeves. They are very snug, which would be all right if it was a stretchy fabric, but it's not.  The skirt is very long and I'm trying to figure out a way to make a bustle or something in the back so it doesn't drag in the dirt.

I got it very cheap, less than 1/2 price and I'm glad for that. The fabric and materials used are pretty flimsy and I'm not sure how it will hold up. I trick or treat with the grandchildren and we do a lot of walking.

I added beads and sequins to the cuff of the sleeves,glitter paint to the hearts on the skirt, sewed red sequins to the heart bodice, and black sequins to the peplum. I anticipate replacing the lace on the sleeves someday since this is very thin and flimsy and catches on everything. The gold ribbon on the top of the sleeves is pretty cheap looking also, but once again, I got it for a good price and "you get what you pay for." If I had paid full price, I would have sent it back and used the money to buy fabric to make one from scratch.

No problems with the hoop skirt. Just work with the boning and straighten out somewhat before inserting it in the hem. It comes pretty crumbled and wrinkled. Luckily I have a steamer and was able to get it steamed smooth.