This dress is so unique and pretty. Plunging v-neck. The ruching around the rib cage is where the dress is fitted and it provides a built in shelf-bra. There is also a bra-handler at the back (look at pic of tag) that will hold a bra beneath the backline should you wear one. The straps are designed so the “knot” at the top holds the dress up. The straps that descend diagonally hang loosely, and are very feminine. Full skirted with an attached sash. Side zipper. 45” from the “knot” at top of back straps to the hem.