Turn heads, make them open doors...get the dress! I purchased this dress and had my dry cleaners press it, and take care of any loose strings. Press the belt out with light starch. I ordered vintage two toned black and cream colored pumps to match from sinister soles the outfit is amazing. what tops it off is pantyhose with seams....and yes order two sizes larger than you are. Follow the sizing chart, measure yourself carefully. Go with your largest measurements, ie bust and hip size not waist. Example if you measure at 44, 34, 44....order an 18 or 2XL....you still look like 14. Trust me. I do Pin up Photo's!