I got probably 15 complements in one night when I wore this to a wedding, it’s such a great dress. On the long side on me (5’6), so I have to wear taller heels with it but I don’t need a bra. The back is a corset cinch, which ihelps a lot with the fit and would do well on an 8-10. The price reflects the cost to dry clean this dress because of all the appliqués and it being classified as a “ballgown”.