the shipping was super fast. (i've always loved that about overstock.) the dress is pretty, but if you have any curves, be prepared to show them off. . .and not necessarily in the most flattering way. the dress does not flow away from the body toward the bottom like it does in the picture. it's very straight and made of a stretchy jersey material. i felt like i was wearing a t-shirt that was too small and too long at the same time. i love the top of the dress, though.