A fabulously chic option for your next black tie event. This Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini runs small with no stretch in the fabric. For backup, we recommend sizing up.. My typical size 8 fit perfectly and was comfortable, yet stayed up at the waist. The back offered a great element of surprise with the pressed pleats, ruffles and a handkerchief skirt that flows with each step. Pair with earrings & lip color to complete the look for the night!

The dress fit well and it runs true to size. I purchased the dress so I cut the straps and tied them. They are way too long so you'll have to pin them to make the dress hang appropriately in the front if you have a short torso. You will need tape to hold the sides in place. I received plenty of compliments and my husband loved it. The dress is heavy so if you're dancing the night away you will sweat which presents a challenge for the tape. Overall, it's a nice dress.

I'm 5'9 and found that the neck sat very low on me as the straps were so long. This dress would work on someone with a long torso. Was unwearable for me.

I was so not able to wear this dress because it was impossibly long in the torso. What I can say is that this dress is not for short or curvy gals. The top hung all the way to mid chest of the skirt fit at my waist. If I unzipped the bottom and pulled the top part where it should be it was at at mid hip. If you are super tall and lean this might work for you. No picture because anything would have been indecent ;)