I did not take one start because the dress is small, but the reality even if a follow KY INTERNATION measure I could see myself like an XL fiting comfortable.  I decide to buy XXL and after that I wash the dress became almost my size comfortable but defining my shape.  However, the design is beautiful and the fabric the classic cotton (poplin) the is the most unexpensive but still a durable material that become nicer with the time.  Wash it inside out and do not use the dryer is you want to keep your dress looking with color alive for a while.