This dress looks very elegant and formal. The design is also embossed with gold patterns. Its is just a little sensitive on pointed or sharp things that might cause loose threads. Also a bit long for 5ft for ladies 5ft and shorter. You can have it altered or just wear heels and it's perfect! Please choose 1 size bigger because the material is not strechable at all. I hade the shoulders repaired bc it's bigger than my size but the bust and waist is okay.