This dress is beautiful and is well made. The ribbon for the bodice and shoulders is thick and soft. The bodice fits a bit large. I ordered a size 10 which usually fits my daughter perfectly. We had to lace the bodice really tightly which loses the some of the corset effect, but otherwise, it fits her well. The only thing I would change is the detailing on the bodice. I don’t know how to describe it other than it looks flat. Rather than give a corset type look it, it just looks like ribbon sewn on. I don’t care for that detail, but my daughter loves the dress. I am giving it 5 stars because overall it exceeded my expectations. With a large fluffy petticoat under it the skirt rivals the $500-$1000 dresses we looked at. I expected to have to steam out wrinkles, but it came out of the package looking perfect. The shop was also very responsive to our email and helped us ensure the dress was here on time, even though it’s their busy season. Overall, I’m very impressed and happy with my purchase.