Johnny Was calls this item a "midi shirt-dress" and also "resort wear," but I personally just think of it as a really pretty, colorful, swimsuit cover-up for beach or pool or lightweight layering piece! It's got buttons down the front so it can be worn open, closed, or partly buttoned, and it sits on the body like a long, over-sized men's button-up in a really cute way! It's also got great long sleeves that can be worn buttoned at the wrist or rolled up and cuffed. It is in a soft, light material that can also block the sun if you're somewhere where you need a little extra protection, or could warm you up if you're cold after a dip in the ocean, a lake, or the pool. You certainly *can* wear it as a dress, but I think it looks best as a cool, casual layering piece over something else. Would also look very cute worn open over jeans and a tank top. Material: 100% Rayon Measurements for Size Small: Length - 37 1/2", Bust - 50 1/2" Care Instructions: Machine wash cold. Only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Tumble dry low. Warm iron. Johnny Was description: "Thoughtfully designed, the Rainbow Midi Shirt Dress is a fashionable approach to resort wear and post-beach dressing. This dress adopts a slight A-line silhouette and is crafted from a flowy, draped fabric complete with a series of bold flowers in a rainbow color palette. Finished with a button front and a classic collar, this shirt dress can be layered over a one piece for a statement beachside outfit."