I love the fabric of this dress...kind of a silky feel. I wanted a loose-fitting dress as I have a bit of a protruding tummy. I am 90 years old and my arms are a bit "jiggly", so I love the Short sleeves. I ordered a M size when I read that the size "ran large", but it was too tight in the bodice and the large size fits perfectly. so I think it runs pretty true to size. I am getting shorter as I age, and it is a little longer on me, but I love it longer since my legs aren't what they used to be. I don't notice any "stretch". Just really happy with my purchases.