Gorgeous Elegant Gown. Flowing solid black bottom, satin band just above waist, top part of gown is gold sequin with 3/4 sleeves, V in back and the top has a satin liner. Very Figure flattering, hides lumps and bumps! I purchased this for my daughters wedding, I normally wear a 16 but this designer runs small and it fit more like a small 14. I couldn't lose the weight in time to wear it and I could not return it to the store after 30days. This gown would also be great for any formal affair, it does not look like a mother of the bride dress.