This dress is simply lovely, easy wear, easy wash and gorgeously thick interlock jersey - cool even on the hottest of summer days. We didn't experience any fading, bobbling or shrinkage on washing (we're on the 3rd wash). The elastic gathering at the chest isn't tight at all and is very forgiving; it gives as it's worn, too, but holds the shape brilliantly. My only gripe with this is that it's a bit too short. But, my daughter is 5 and doesn't walk - is wheelchair ferried everywhere. To combat ...