This is the most flattering and fun dress ever! It is beaded and has a beautiful colorful design but is sos special with the beading and emroidery. It is casiual enough to wear during the day and special enough for a dinner party. Colors lend itself to all Seasons and can easily look fabulous with a blazer or jean jacket. Missing a few beads on the sleeves but no one has ever noticed, looks purposeful. discounted for this reason. I love this dress but it just does not fit as well anymore. This dress is very lightweight but it is lined. the drawstring at the rib cage is so flattering and adds the perfect a line to the skirt and gives you the best shape!