I bought this because of its merino wool fabric and its simple design. This dress is great for travels, as it will not stink, breathes and does not need to be ironed. I mix and match this dress with other icebreaker merino base layers and add on a pair of woollen tights and a bright scarf for a dramatic effect. The design has no fuss and thus it works for me as I can dress it up or down according to the occasion. Yes, as per other reviews the hemline is a little short, but as I am also short, it is not too bad for me (I bought an S size, height 5'3", weight 53kg).