i'm a dress size 16/18 and this belt is just a bit big for me. i was hoping it would cinch my waist just a bit but it just kinda sits there. it's really cute though and adds a great accent to any outfit. i wore it out to a club for drinks and dancing and while i got compliments, the hooks unlatched a few times and as the night progressed with more and more drinks, it got harder and harder to get all hooked up again, especially in the dark. so minus one star since it's not practical for wearing out to the places i wanted to but still a nice addition to the wardrobe.