I received this dress about 20 days after placing the order. The packaging was great and the dress was in great condition. The fabric itself feels smooth, thick and expensive. The zipper works well. The color itself is more of a wine red rather than the bright red portrayed on the picture. I followed the sizing given on the chart and went with a medium (for reference I am 5'6" and 115 pounds). It was just a little big in the bust area but I feel going down to small would have been too small. Overall I am happy with the purchase and would recommend.