I ordered this dress to wear in a ballroom dance showcase this Spring. I haven't even worn the dress yet but I am already more than impressed! The color is more rich and vibrant than the picture can show, it's really beautiful. The beading and sequins are sparkly without being overdone. I ordered a size 12 and I was pretty nervous because I usually wear a 14. Some of the other reviewers had said that the size ran a little big so I was crossing my fingers. The fit is absolutely perfect! I'm glad I got the 12, as 14 definitely would have been too big. The bottom of the dress has a lot of fullness so it swooshes out when I spin around, definitely something I was looking for in a dance dress. I can't wait to wear it in our show in two months! By the way, you can't tell in the picture, but there is a slit in the top front of the dress--I actually like it even more because of this, but some people may not be expecting that to be there. I think it could easily be sewn shut if desired.