I have a very picky, "fancy" four-year-old and so often sweet, classic, smocked dresses that I think are elegant are rejected in favor of something bright, sparkly, and, I'll just say it, a bit garish—THIS magically gained her approval, and I could not be happier! It's beautifully constructed, the fabric feels amazing, and it's all around a great cut/silhouette for autumn days. I can tell it'll hold up way better than any of the cheaper pieces in her wardrobe.