Dress has been tailored by a professional seamstress to give it more shape; primarily tailored under the bust to give a darted look (see photos from dress being worn). Tailor also added additional nude fabric to the fitted stretch slip to give it more length. This is not visible from the outside, but ensures the dress is not opaque if standing in the light. Lastly, the dress will come to you strapless. The straps seen in a few photos were just added for pictures. Falls 54" from shoulder Fitted structured inner bodice with stretch ensures the perfect fit Fitted stretch bodycon under dress Center back zipper closure Shell: 100% Poly Lining: 100% Poly Dry Clean or Handwash Inside Out Lay Flat to Dry Do Not Iron