Smocked-waist dress with farmer's market print

Ordered this b/c of cute print and glowing reviews. I'm 5'2"/athletic, usually between 00P and 0 in J. Crew depending on cut and fabric and went with 00. On a positive note, the print is vibrant and fabric is summery…but OMG this dress looks awful in every possible way: massive, too long (for my height at least), and awkwardly bunchy all around the midsection, which is only exacerbated by the smocked waist and sleeves. The bunching creates a distinct illusion of a sagging bust both in the front and in the back, so at best one may look like a hunchback, and at worst…let's say, anatomically unique…and I am not one to ironically rock the granny chic vibe. If oversized dresses are your thing, this is a win. If you're short or more of a sheath person…better off sticking with J. Crew's suiting section. This will be a fun COVID repurposing/sewing project - after I take this in by about 10 inches, I'll have enough extra fabric to make face masks for me and all my friends!

Really love the fit... it’s has a nice form fitting waist and elastic in the shoulder area, so can be full or off shoulder style.

Lovely colors, beautiful shoulder line, very flattering. Great quality.