I recently wore this dress for the first time to an all day event, throughout the event I was stopped by strangers almost an embarrassing amount of times to receive compliments about my outfit/dress (I paired the black dress with some lace stockings and fringe boots). As a newly plus size woman (5'7\\\", 200 lbs, D cup, I purchased size XL) it really gave me some confidence as this is not a regular occurrence for me since gaining weight.