I love this dress. I went with the recommended size for me and it fit great. I ordered the xl, My weight at time of purchase was 197-200& I'm close to 5'6. My weight now is around 191-195& the dress still fits well. The length of the dress falls just right leaving plenty of room to see your shoes and not hiding them. The dress is light and flowy. I highly recommend this dress. Perfect for spring, summer