This dress is a good imitation of Marilyn's dress.  The fabric is a bit see through around the abdomen.  I'm a rounder type so the gathers around the waist made my hips and butt look huge.  White is not my best color either, since I have a "farmer's tan". ha ha-Therefore, I chose not to wear this for Halloween, but chose to keep it just in case. It would do in a pinch.