This suit has everything I was looking for in a swimdress: well-made/strong material, forgiving around the belly, strapless/strong (removable) straps, and covers my upper thighs but isn't too long for my petite 5'3 stature. I ordered this suit as well as the Fan Floral Retro made by Maxine for my trip to Fiji. I liked this suit just a little bit less because the lack of design on the bottom half allowed you to see the curve of my belly, however, it was barely noticeable. It was one of those things that you notice if you stare in the mirror too long. I wore both suits equally and loved the designs and feel of both. I put a lot of hours into my search for a good swimdress... A LOT. And I wasn't one bit disappointed. Maxine is pricier than I prefer to spend on a swimsuit but, compared to others, their prices are quite reasonable. Especially, when you factor in the quality of their swimsuits. Swim Outlet had the best prices so I'm a happy customer.