This dress is a strapless silk shantung with 3 pleats on hip and on center bust line. It's tight to hip line, with inverted front panel and back skirt. There is a small ribbon bow under bust. It was designed by Gavin Michaels. I love this dress because it is elegant, with clean lines and without all the intense beading and fake gems seen on so many cheaper dresses. It is simple, but the fabric quality is amazing, and this is what really stands out. Wearing it made me feel like a princess! Please let me know if you think this might be the dress for you, and I'd be happy to supply you with any other information.