I have worn this dress once to a wedding in June 2016! This dress is beautiful on and very flattering - hides the tummy area perfectly. The material is thick and similar to silk. There is a connected slip underneath which is amazing. The material is so thick that if you are small chested (like me) you don't need to wear a bra. I am 5,6 and weigh 155 and am small chested and this dress fit like a glove. I am more of a coke bottle figure.