Comments about The Occasion by Old Navy Fit & Flare Sleeveless Taffeta Midi Dress

Okay, so I am going to return it, but it still deserves 5 stars. It fits nicely and looks gorgeous despite it not fitting my body like the model's. Even with their "plus size" models, they're nowhere near as big as I am, so it's tough to pick clothes online based on the ultra tiny youngsters they have while browsing. My brain did it though- it was like wait that could work on your body and imagined it. I was right! Looked great. The thing is that the material was gonna drive me nuts. I couldn't hang. And I couldn't do my plan of dressing it up or down- it was only dress up with this material. Like fancy prom level.

This pattern is gorgeous, and the dress overall is great quality. Thinking about adding some crinoline underneath for a retro vibe. Highly recommend!

I got this dress knowing it was 100% polyester but I was not expecting it to feel exactly like a raincoat or a raincoat shell. I suppose at least it won't stain easily and is kinda waterproof? Lol. I also think the price is far too high for a dress made of this material so I would suggest waiting until it goes on sale. That said, I do think the way the skirt lays and the pattern are very nice. I got it in a size small petite and the length is good for anyone under 5'2. I feel like I could have possibly sized down again because there is minor gaping under the arms and I wish the waist line was a bit lower (but that is probably just personal preference).

This dress is super cute. It fits great. IT HAS POCKETS. But it feels – and worse – SOUNDS exactly like a windbreaker. I normally try to avoid polyester, but was willing to make an exception since this was cute and I needed something to wear to an upcoming event. I don't think I've ever come across polyester processed this way. It's very thick (to be fair this dress is probably extremely durable) but I just felt like I was wrapped in a high-quality plastic table cloth. Everything else about it is so great, but I just can't deal with the loud swishing every time I move or smooth my skirt to sit down. If it were a nice, thick cotton it would be 100% perfect. Sadly, it is being returned.

The fit and style are perfect. Pattern, great. The material is wild. Shower curtain. Makes a swish sound when walking like you have on a windsuit set. Returned. Skip this one.

The material on this is horrendous. It feels like a raincoat. Such a shame as the style and pattern are so so cute. Will be returning.