I always check and recheck the measurements of dresses when I buy online. When people say to size up on this one, they mean it. There is no way on earth this dress will fit a real body without needing additional alterations. There is a very severe reduction in size from the bust to the waist! It is poofy, and does an amazing twirl, no pockets though. I'd be more upset if I hadn't gotten the dress on their $99 sale