Review on Empire Waist Flowy Long Sleeve Party Gown For Women - Perfect For Fall And Winter Occasions by Joshua Turner

Ordered in navy blue in a 3X (probably could have gone with a 2X) for 5'4" 230 lbs. It will be fine for a number of events and definitely for a cruise, especially with an bright orange silk shantung open tunic/jacket and a pearl necklace. A long, vintage Austrian crystal necklace will work well. To give it a different, slimmer look, I'll also gather up the skirt across the front and use a sparkly pin to affix it to the left front side; it looks great that way. It can also be paired with a floaty chiffon, tasseled ruana from bcbgmaxazria that will give it a long, slimming and different look. The dress falls beautifully, is very comfortable, doesn't look as though it will wrinkle at all, is warm (great for heavily air-conditioned venues). I'll wear it with 1" sandals, which will bring it up from almost puddling on the floor. It has a beautifully shaped neck. I think it needs accessories that will be set off well against the very dark blue. I'm in my 70s; there's nothing matronly about this dress. It would look good most women. You can have fun making it work for your style; I like that.UPDATE: I've had the hem raised slightly so I could walk more easily and so that the dress doesn't reach the floor even when I'm wearing fairly low heels. Looks better just slightly shorter.