I bought this dress hoping that I could wear it to a few night time functions over the xmas period, but I don't think it's the right material for that so quite happy to wear it as a summer dress!

I was waiting for this dress to go on sale because I loved how it looked on the model. The size chart indicates that the model in the photo is wearing a size "S" but I find that highly unlikely! I found this dress to run very big! I would say to definitely order up a size and be prepared for the dress to fit loosely, as shown in the photo. I had the same problem as another reviewer: the fabric bunches a lot when you tie the dress at the waist. The fabric is heavy and thick. I bought this as a final sale item and would love to return it for a "P" but I doubt that will happen. I'm 5"7 and wear a size 2 in dresses and an XS in tops. The size "S" just does not fit - no matter how I try to style the dress. It is very voluminous through the chest/torso area. It is a beautiful dress with great detailing that I think would look stunning in the appropriate size.

I am a size 2-4 (measurements 36/26/36) and bought size S. After reading that the model is almost 6 ft, I was concerned the dress would be too long (I'm 5'6). However, it was just the right length, hitting the ankle at its lowest point. I loved the asymmetrical hemline, spaghetti straps, v-neckline and gorgeous lilac colour. On the downside, the waist-tie is attached to the dress via small loops and these loops were much much too low! I am definitely not short-waisted but these loops were located awkwardly somewhere between my waist and my hips. This was easily fixed by removing the string from the loops and tying it at my natural waist. I will have the loops removed. The dress was also generally very big, and when I tied it at the waist there was a lot of bunching of fabric. The material is heavy and thick, which probably makes it durable but wasn't what I was expecting of a breezy summer maxi. I payed 70% off for this piece, but I definitely would not have payed full price.