Amazon Essentials Women's Relaxed Fit Half-Sleeve Waisted Midi A-Line Dress

I have been eyeing this dress for quite a while. Finally, during prime days, I snagged one in an XL (I am 5'6, 220 lb, long torso, 36G). I could not be more pleased. The fabric is lighter weight than I was expecting for a twill, and yet it has a wonderful drape and body. The puffed sleeves are not exaggerated, thankfully, and has binding at the cuff which is not too tight on my somewhat large arms. Drawstring or elastic waists often rest too high due to my chest size and long torso; However, this one actually falls comfortably at my natural waist and still gives a little bit of blousing action. The length is midi on me and will go great with booties, flats, or a low heel. I plan to wear this dress as part of my fall teacher wardrobe for back to school night. It looks polished (in a comfortable, business-casual way) and will be comfortable for the busy and always warm August evening. I will definitely reorder in another color and highly recommend this dress.

Summer clothing has always been a struggle for me. More so now since moving to a place where summer seems to last half the year and reach over 100F before midday. Shorts are unflattering on me. T shirts are either too boxy, too clingy, or too long. Summer dresses are often too short for comfort on a windy day and sleeveless and I don't want my arms bare every day. This dress checks all the boxes for a functional, EASY summer essential. The fabric is breathable, the buttons don't gape, even as a nursing mother (nursing friendly!), the drawstring is functional but not fussy, and the sleeves are hemmed, not elastic which makes for a comfortable, non-constricting fit. It's a plain dress on its own, but can be styled down with white sneakers or sandals or up with accessories and strapy heals. I've purchased in Navy, Confetti, French blue stripe, and pink, and honestly I could wear them every day. I might even double up on some of these. I'd say it runs a little big, so if you're between sizes size down. They hold up well in the washer but I recommend hanging to dry. I'm so relieved heading in to this summer prepared and could not recommend this dress enough.

For what it’s meant to be, this dress really works. It’s not designed to have a “wow” factor. It achieves its goal of being easy, simple, and comfortable. But does so with a vibrant pop of color (not quite bubblegum pink-but close) and solid quality material. It’s a casual dress you can throw on for work, church, etc.It fits well. The waist cinches with a tie allowing for a more flattering fit. The sleeves are cuffed but fit comfortably.The length is a tad long for a midi but I am only 5’3” (wearing an XS).The fabric is not sheer at all—something I often worry about with this shade of pink. Durable, quality fabric while still being light.

IT IS PERFECT! The price was awesome so I chanced it, and it was so worth it! So flattering! Drawstring cinches in and flowy to hide tummy. Arms are longer and loose to hide flabby arms. Just past knees to hide thighs and ugly knees. Lol I am 58 yrs. Old, I wear a 12 and weigh 160 something...heh heh, it is very wrinkly and will probably need to be ironed, but I don't care! Cute with wedges or with my hey dudes, ot white crocs! In love!! Maybe more than I love my hubs! Jk!!!

Cute dress but a little too frumpy for me. Returned.

I bought the yellowish version as it was 1/2 price. I am 5'3" around 150#. The large is wonderful. Nice flowy fabric. I might cut the pockets out but will try ironing them first. They do not add much bulk at all. I can make the waist ties disappear and wear the dress with a belt. Either way it's a stand-out.In the Fall I will wear black boots or black tights and ballet flats and add the long black open front knitted coat I recently purchased from Amazon.I am good to go anywhere for a song.

I work with special needs students and needed a dress that I could do some serious moving around in, get up and down from the ground numerous times throughout the day, and would wash and dry easily with regular laundry. The yellow is amazing and I get lots of compliments on it. This dress fits all those needs for me, plus it didn't shrink! Now you're probably asking all this is good to know but can run in it? Yes. Yes you can.

I really loved the material. It had a great weight and feel to it. However, the fit just wasn't right for me. Where the under side of sleeves connect to the body was too low. This resulted in me not being able to properly lift my arms so had to return. The confetti print was just lovely and really wish that it would've fit me.

Very versatile. Can be dressed up or down love it! Great fit, roomy but flattering.

Great fit, light and so comfy. Great for casual or dressy events.

I use this as a duster over a graphic T and jeans it looks fantastic. It's good quality and exactly as pictured. And it's true to size which is like a miracle for Amazon clothes.

El vestido está muy bonito, la tela muy fresca y la talla es adecuada.

Super bonito, cómodo buena tela