This dress is awesome! We actually bought it for the second time because our daughter had a growth spurt. But guess what? The shape of the dress stays the same even after washing it! I just air dry it, and voila! It's still as cute as ever, and my daughter adores it. Initially, I bought a size for a 5-year-old for my 4.5-year-old daughter, but it was too tight. So, I went for the 6-7-year-old size, and it fits her like a glove. Highly recommended, trust me!