This dress was stunning and I was very excited about it. However the sizing is bizarre. I wish this was more consistent. The model who is allegedly wearing a size 14 is allegedly only 1" smaller than me, even though the size chart should put her between 18-20. I have referred to her in the past when choosing my size. Based on this and my experience with the brand, I ordered a 16 (my usual numbered dress size). The dress was completely unzippable due to my bust, and just barely zippable at the waist. I estimate I would probably need 2 sizes up for this to fit, but then it would be pretty loose in the waist. So I suppose it is not made for my proportions. You may be better off following the size chart for this one, even though they are inaccurate most of the time. It is a shame because the dress is gorgeous. Because I am in Canada it was too expensive to send back, but thankfully I was able to find a buyer. For reference, I have a 44" bust and 36.5" waist. I have Margaret in XL, Nantucket Grove in XL, and Daze in XXL.