This dress is lightweight has nice airy material and is casual. It's perfect for work in the summer, summertime BBQs, running errands, etc. It has a slightly more of a professional vibe IMO because it's a loose tiered dress, and casual enough that you could wear it anywhere / for anything else too. It's an oversized style so it is very roomy. I ordered a medium and it fits more like a big medium or a large on me. I am 130 pounds and 5' 4.5\". I will probably wear this with a belt. Love it!