why you should ditch magnolias this spring and grow these 7 flowers instead

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Why You Should Ditch Magnolias This Spring and Grow These 7 Flowers Instead

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Magnolia trees are among the most popular flowering trees available, and it’s not hard to see why. Their large, showy blooms welcome spring every year, and their dense canopy of lush green leaves is often used to provide privacy or shade in landscapes.

But not everyone enjoys these classic flowering trees, regardless of their beauty. They are known for being messy and requiring regular maintenance due to falling debris like leaves and petals.

Magnolias also have shallow root systems, which can be a problem in areas that frequently experience severe weather events, as these trees can be more prone to damage. Additionally, if you’re on a quest to grow trees and plants native to the United States, unfortunately, magnolias don’t make the cut, says Anna Ohler, owner at Bright Lane Gardens.

If you love the idea of a flowering tree but are not set on the upkeep that a magnolia tree may require, we’ve got you covered. Here are seven flowering trees to grow instead of magnolias that are just as beautiful, as recommended by gardening pros.

Meet the Expert

Anna Ohler is a plant and garden expert and co-owner of Bright Lane Gardens, a nursery just outside Lake Ann, Michigan.

Ben Heusinkvelt is a land management professional and urban forester at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City, Nebraska.

Lisa Tadewaldt is a tree care expert and the owner of Urban Forest Pro, a tree service company based in Portland, Oregon.

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Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)

If you want a flowering tree that is also a native species, you can’t go wrong with the flowering dogwood (Cornus florida). These stunning trees boast delicate pink or white flowers in the spring, berries in the summer, and colorful fall foliage. They are hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9 and are known for being relatively tidy, low-maintenance trees.

The only downside? If you’re looking for a full-sun alternative to magnolias, flowering dogwoods probably aren’t the best fit. Ohler says most dogwood species prefer partial shade.

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Crabapple (Malus spp.)

Crabapples are a wildlife favorite, according to urban forester Ben Heusinkvelt. These small to medium-sized trees produce a spectacular display of flowers each year in the spring, followed by small tart fruits.

There are many different species and cultivars to choose from, with several being native to North America if that’s your priority. These trees thrive in full-sun conditions, making them a great alternative to magnolias.

“These cold hardy trees are drought tolerant once established and offer a flowering spectacle comparable to a magnolia," Heusinkvelt says. "One whiff of a blooming crabapple and you will be in love."

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Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Contrary to the name, Eastern redbuds (Cercis canadensis) produce light purple-pink blooms that create a dazzling display in the early weeks of spring. For the best show of blooms, Eastern redbuds should be grown in a bright, sunny location, although they can tolerate part shade as well. They are hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8, with many cultivars.

“There are many cultivars of the redbud, including weeping (Weeping Falls) and multi-colored foliage versions (Forest Pansy or Rising Sun)," Heusinkvelt says. "A lesser common variety is a white version known as simply a “Whitebud” (c. Canadensis.f alba.)."

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Japanese Lilac Tree (Syringa reticulata)

If you love lilac shrubs, Japanese lilac trees (Syringa reticulata) are a great choice. These unique ornamental trees are closely related to their shrubby cousins with creamy white blooms that are similar in form, but are known for blooming later, according to Heusinkvelt. Japanese lilacs grow best in full sun and are hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.

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Serviceberry (Amelanchier)

Another native variety to love is serviceberry (Amelanchier). This genus includes about twenty deciduous trees and shrubs native to North America. These plants offer year-round interest, with flowers appearing in the spring, colorful berries in the summer, and striking fall foliage as temperatures cool.

“The only downside is the spring flower display doesn't last quite as long as the magnolia's display does, but since those flowers are replaced by berries, I still consider it a win overall!” Ohler says.

While hardiness zones vary depending on the species, these trees are known for being very cold-hardy. Many varieties tolerate temperatures as low as -30 F.

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Japanese Cherry (Prunus serrulata spp.)

Aside from magnolias, few other blooming trees are as popular and well-known as Japanese cherries (Prunus serrulata spp.). These trees shine in spring, boasting stunning pink or white blossoms, depending on the variety.

Many different species and cultivars are available, but the ‘Kanzan’ and ‘Sekiyama’ cultivars are undoubtedly two of the most popular choices for home landscapes. These trees thrive in cold winters and warm summers and are hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8.

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Crepe Myrtles (Lagerstroemia indica)

Magnolias are known and beloved for their large volume of blooms, so if you’re looking for a similarly prolific bloomer, crepe myrtles (Lagerstroemia indica) may be your best choice.

“A good runner-up as far as the number of blooms per tree is the Crepe Myrtle," says Lisa Tadewaldt, owner of Urban Forest Pro. "They [have] white or pink blooms in spring, depending on the variety."

These small trees are known for growing best in warm climates, with most varieties being hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9. However, Tadewaldt says the white-blossomed Natchez variety is good for gardeners in colder regions.

How to Clean Your Carry-On Luggage, According to Experts

It’s virtually impossible to enjoy a long vacation without stuffing your carry-on luggage with a week’s worth of clothes, accessories, and toiletries. Overtime, however, you’ll notice that the same suitcase is riddled with scuff marks and grime after facing months (or even years) of airport security and overhead compartments. Knowing exactly how to clean your carry-on luggage can save you hundreds of dollars on repairs and replacements, and we’ve got all the information you need to get started. Besides surface-level damage, we’re also faced with another harrowing truth: Airports are riddled with bacteria that linger on surfaces and spread through skin-to-skin contact, often without us even knowing. By effectively cleaning your carry-on luggage, you’re also preserving your physical health, and that starts with taking care of your personal possessions. How Often to Clean Carry-On Luggage It’s best to clean your carry-on luggage between trips, according to microbiologist Shaun Veran, COO of OURA. In addition, “It’s also a good idea to give your carry-on a quick wipe-down during your travels,” he says. “A once-over with a sanitizing wipe, focusing on the handles, can help to reduce your risk of infection and a ruined trip.” Time plays an essential role in knowing when to clean your luggage, and it’s best to conquer the task soon after a trip rather than later. Leaving your carry-on luggage contaminated for an extended period of time can increase bacterial growth and the potential for strong, smelly, and lasting odors. Considerations Before You Get Started Consider the Fabric Carry-on luggage is typically divided into two categories: Soft-sided and hard-sided suitcases. Soft-sided suitcases are made from resistant materials like nylon and polyester (which is great for durability, but not so great for the planet). Alternatively, hard-sided luggage is made from lightweight materials like polycarbonate and aluminum (thus, they’re a bit more expensive). Spot Test Depending on the material your carry-on luggage is made from, you’ll want to spot test with each cleaning ingredient to ensure you’re not causing further damage to your travel luggage. What You Need: Microfiber cloth Antimicrobial wipe Sanitizing spray Baking powder Vacuum Dish soap How to Clean Your Carry-On Luggage Step 1: Start With the Exterior Surface First thing’s first: Cleaning the exterior of your suitcase. Using a damp microfiber cloth, wipe away at any surface-level stains before going in with an antimicrobial wipe—Wet Ones, Lysol, or just about any antibacterial wipe will do the trick. For soft-sided luggage, use a sanitizing spray and your microfiber cloth rather than an antibacterial wipe. Don’t forget to go over the handles! Step 2: Wipe Down the Wheels Use the same microfiber cloth and sanitizing spray to tackle the bottom of your luggage. Rub through the treads and crevices to thoroughly remove any bacteria. Step 3: Wash Your Hands Once you’ve finished cleaning the outside of your suitcase, be sure to wash your hands before moving to the next step. As Veran emphasizes, it’s important to avoid cross-contamination as much as possible. Step 4: Sprinkle Baking Powder in the Interior While the interior of your suitcase doesn’t harbor nearly as much debris as the exterior, it’s still important to clean the enclosed case. After you’ve finished unpacking, lay the suitcase horizontally and sprinkle baking soda across the interior to absorb overnight. Step 5: Vacuum Thoroughly In the morning, use your vacuum nozzle to thoroughly clean up the baking soda. You’ll want to spend some time on this—although extremely effective, powdered substances have a tendency to hide in plain sight. Step 6: Use Wet Cloth and Dish Soap For Lingering Stains As a final step in your bacteria-free travel routine, add some dish soap to a damp cloth and blot it across the surface area to remove lingering baking soda or any additional stains. Leave it to air dry for a few hours. How To Maintain a Bacteria-Free Travel Routine Moving forward, you may benefit from maintaining a travel cleaning routine so that your carry-on luggage remains bacteria-free. For example, traveling with sanitizing wipes can provide an on-the-go solution for bacteria as you travel to different locations. In addition, washing your hands frequently, not touching your face, and wearing a mask while flying can help prevent cross-contamination. Frequent travelers may also benefit from using a clear luggage cover to protect their carry-on while moving through airports, hotels, and rideshare services. Safe travels!

Should You Really Use Coffee Grounds for Tomato Plants? What to Know

Tomato plants are the most popular vegetable grown in the home garden, so all we want is for them to thrive and produce a bountiful harvest.1 There are several ways to support tomatoes as they grow, but could coffee grounds be the secret ingredient to growing tomato plants successfully? The answer is no, but if composted properly, it won't hurt the plants. We share everything you need to know about using coffee grounds for tomato plants in the garden. Why Coffee Grounds Can Work for Tomatoes Coffee grounds contain nitrogen (about two percent) and trace amounts of phosphorus and potassium necessary for plant growth. But, scattering coffee grounds on the top of the soil or even working it in slightly is not effective. The caffeine residues in the used coffee grounds can actually suppress germination and slow the growth of some plants. The grounds don't release their beneficial components until organisms in the soil break them down—that can take months in a compost pile. The best way to use coffee grounds for tomato plants is to add them to your compost pile of leaves, grass clippings, and vegetable trimmings. Turn the compost pile often, and then use the organically rich mixture to enrich the garden or container soil before you add the tomato plants. Should You Use Coffee Grounds to Fertilize Tomatoes? Coffee grounds should not be used as the sole fertilizer for tomato plants. The grounds do not contain the nutrient balance that tomatoes need to thrive, and adding too many grounds will affect the soil's pH. Tomato plants can tolerate slightly acid soils, as low as pH 5.5. But plants are the healthiest and most productive when the soil pH is 6.0 to 6.8. Suppose you use organically rich soil (that can contain some composted coffee grounds). In that case, you may not need to add a great deal of fertilizer when planting tomatoes or throughout the growing season. Benefits of Traditional Fertilizer vs. Coffee Grounds Coffee grounds contain just two percent nitrogen and mere traces of phosphorus and potassium, and it takes weeks or months for the grounds to break down enough to release these nutrients into the soil. Most tomato plants benefit from the application of a balanced NPK fertilizer a few times throughout the growing season. Avoid using a fertilizer that is high in nitrogen (N), as you will get excessive leaf formation and less fruit. Appropriate levels of potassium and phosphorus have positive effects on fruit sugar and acid content. Proper fertilization also produced tomatoes with more health-promoting carotenoids and red lycopene beneficial to human nutrition. Adequate plant nutrition is important in producing tasty tomatoes with better flavor and appearance.

4 Kitchen Design Trends We’ve Seen Pop Up Mid-2024

Now that we are just beyond the first half of the year, we thought a little mid-year kitchen trend check-up was in order. In case you missed our big kitchen trend prediction post back in January, you can check that one out here. I still feel very strongly about those predictions but adding in a few more, now that we are halfway through month eight, also sounds pretty freaking fun. So whether you are renovating, just dreaming, or simply a design lover, here are four more kitchen trends we’ve seen pop up on our feeds in a big way recently. Hinges Are NOT Hiding Anymore This one came straight from the top! Emily Henderson herself asked if we had noticed that exposed hinges were coming back. I’m going to be 100% honest that sweet little detail hadn’t popped out at me until I went back through our saved folders (we have access to Emily’s too and I LOVE looking through it). She is 100% right. If you look at the majority of newly renovated kitchens from the past handful of years you aren’t going to see exposed hinges. That’s even in traditional-style kitchens. And I get it. If you have a ton of cabinets, all of those hinges may add an unnecessary amount of visual chaos. But given we are in the era of kitchen drawers being used in the lowers for things like plates, which traditionally were put in cabinets, maybe a handful of exposed hinges could simply add some charm? Let’s check it out. Here are two traditional-style kitchens (swipe to the fourth photo on the right Instagram post for a better view) that totally embraced exposed hinges. Peep that even the dishwasher in the right kitchen has them on the bottom. It’s sweet, nostalgic, and really hones in on the charm of a traditional style. But maybe you just want to dabble in the exposed hinge game so choosing to only expose them on a more stand-alone counter piece is a great option. Wanna know what’s extra special about this kitchen? The owner of the company that made Emily’s INCREDIBLE white oak kitchen cabinets, Unique Kitchens and Baths, is the owner of this stunning kitchen. Here are two more traditional-style kitchens that are very playful in terms of color and have exposed hinges. I like that the ones in the left kitchen are a little modern but work equally as well as the classic ones in the right kitchen. Mix it up! I really just wanted to add in this kitchen by Kit Kemp Design Studio because it was so joyful and not the kind of kitchen you see every day (just a perk that it had exposed hinges too:)). Then these two kitchens are just examples that you have options when it comes to exposed hinge styles! You can go for an extra sweet cottage look like the ones on the left or go for a very simple tiny hinge like the modern brass ones on the right. I think this is a great trend (or a throwback style to years before) that you can easily include in your cabinet design. Or if you already have exposed hinges maybe this will inspire you to refresh yours! Only if you’ve been wanting to though. I need to soak mine to get the decades of paint off of them:) Kitchen Cabinets Have Gone Curvy This was one that I brought up because when I saw these two photos independent of each other I thought, “Something is happening here.” I LOVE seeing these curved cabinets in spaces that lean a little more traditional. We’ve seen them in the modern kitchen world but when you add in details like those cabinet cubbies in the blue kitchen, my traditional kitchen heart is SMITTEN. These rounded edges are also great for an island. But let’s be clear that this isn’t the pill-shaped islands we’ve seen over the past few years. Those are great too. Instead, think of these curves as softened right angles. Like taking a pair of scissors and gently rounding the corners of a piece of paper. I know that ultimately this is an expensive detail that most people won’t be able to do (me included) but man do I love to look at it and think it’s so inspiring! Stovetop Backsplashes Are Really Taking Shape This is another trend that isn’t new to the kitchen design scene but has been popping up more than usual. I completely love this choice and am so happy to see it revving up. Plus as you can see between these two photos, you can find the right shape for any style! I don’t know how much extra it costs to choose a more detailed shape if you are already having your countertop stone fabricated but I really think it’s worth looking into. If it’s within your budget, it’s a slam dunk in making your space feel that much more special and custom to you. Even this simple little marble arch behind this stovetop is so sweet and adds a ton more personality to the kitchen. With this example, I wanted to show that it doesn’t matter the style of your kitchen. Whether it’s modern, traditional, eclectic, etc, there’s a shape that will work for you! Zelliege Is Back In The Spotlight I had to slack Caitlin, “Do you feel like Zellige is having a kitchen resurgence or never really went anywhere? I can’t tell why it’s popping out to me right now” to which she responded, “I feel like I didn’t really clock it in many kitchens over the last few years?” Curious, right? I think a part of it is that the tiles are exclusively the 4×4 square size and are being used in ways that feel a bit more fresh. That’s what it feels like at least. Ha. Come see what I’m talking about. What a fun application! Just a little side island moment that adds another layer of texture. I love this detail even if it was designed for a showhouse. Actually, I think that these tiles being used in a showhouse only proves that they are very much on trend:) Now, I’m pretty obsessed when tiles are used to accentuate an accent wall. It’s a large yet quiet statement that again makes this kitchen feel so intentionally designed. They took what could have been a simple white wall and gave it life with those textured square tiles. 100/10. I’m sure most of us get a little overwhelmed at the idea of a colorful kitchen (just me?). But if you take a color, put it on a simple square tile that’s handmade (thus perfectly imperfect) then all of a sudden it looks and feels more approachable. I love that in this kitchen they decided to go tonal with the tiles and cabinets thus dialing down the contrast and visual intensity. Your eye knows where to go and can take in all of the special moments. Well, there you go! These are trends we honestly love and see no reason why they won’t be sticking around. What do you think? Any others that you’ve clocked? Let’s chat! Love you, mean it.

5 Women Reviewed Abercrombie’s Viral Best Selling Dress…Here’s What We Think

Earlier this summer, I stepped into an Abercrombie location at the Christiana Mall in Delaware. This was not the Abercrombie of yore – there were no dark lights, no overpowering scent of cologne, no ear-splitting bass. Nary a shirtless teen in sight! On the contrary: this was the new Abercrombie. The 2025 version. The transformation was made evident when a young tween, dragged in by her early 40s mother and wholly uninterested in every dress in front of her, gestured to me, a 33-year-old woman minding my own business, and said, “This store is for people like her.” “Her,” in this case, means adults. Grown-ups. (The horror!!!!) We grew up, and Abercrombie grew up with us. Gone are the layering tanks, the popped collars, the micro-shorts, the air of exclusivity. Instead, you’ll find your local Abercrombie stocked with modest midi-length dresses, comfortable jeans, athleisure with built-in bras, and easy throw-on-and-go basics at wallet-friendly prices. WHO KNEW?! Well, I did – and that’s why I forced the team to try on and review Abercrombie’s Viral Best Selling Dress, the Emerson collection. I’m convinced that this style looks good on everyone (you can be the judge below!) and it’s offered in a variety of shapes, cuts, lengths, and patterns, meaning that there is an Emerson for every body. (I mean that literally, too – sizing runs from 000-24 and regular, petite, and tall lengths are offered. They’re not perfect, but Abercrombie is far more inclusive than other major brands out there today.) ANYWAY – you ready to see what these grown-up adults think of their new dresses? Emily Dress Size: Small/Regular My Height: 5’4″ Thoughts: When things go viral, I’m curious for sure – is it really that good? Would it work on my body? Since I have larger ladies and a short torso, I really thought that the fitted bodice would crawl up and make me look pregnant (true story for all the Reformation dresses designed like this), but I was so pleasantly surprised by the structure of this dress! I really love it (with one caveat). It’s comfortable, drapes really well, obviously the sleeves are flattering, and the bodice slimming and just so easy to wear (shout out to the alllllll the various patterns). My only issue is that I only have one bra that has wide enough straps and a low enough back to not be seen. I actually think it’s best to not wear a bra with this dress, but I’m not terribly comfortable doing that. The square neck is very wide, and it’s not that the back is super low it’s that my supportive bras just have a thicker strap that does ride up higher. I bought these cakes, but they didn’t arrive in time. So I’m keeping this dress (I bought it in the poplin, too, but prefer the linen, so I returned that one). I know we are in mid-July, so buying a linen midi dress might feel “end of season,” but the sale price of this is an incredible deal (and it’s too hot to buy fall right now!). I’m sure the other ladies will say this, but if you are in between sizes, size down – I’m in between small and medium in most things right now (I really wish the world would get itself together and agree on a universal sizing), and bought a small, which fits great. I was prepared to say “cute dress, not for me” but I’m excited to announce that even if you are apple shaped, with a bigger bosom, this dress is very flattering and makes me feel good (just beware of the bra needs). Gretchen Dress Size: Large/Tall My Height: 5’9″ Thoughts: Consider me a fan of Abercrombie’s resurgence! Gone are the days of me rocking a moose-embroidered, long-sleeved babydoll top to 3rd period (thankfully). Now, I’m wearing puffy sleeves and flowy skirts to wine country, baby! We’ve graduated, and I like it. Especially this style of dress; big puffy sleeves, a square neckline, and a tiered skirt that hits just right at the waist. I was smitten with this cute wine and cheese pattern on the fabric, which is admittedly a little too on the nose to wear wine tasting (what I’m doing in this picture), BUT so many strangers (okay, two) came up to me and told me they loved the dress! So I consider that a win and have plans to wear this piece other places, too. I wasn’t totally sure about the sizing, so I tested a variety, and really I just wish they sold a medium-and-a-half. The medium fit me super well in the waist/ribs, but squished the girls down in a weird way. The large fit best in the chest but is looser than I would like in the waist. I went with the large tall (I’m 5’9″) over a regular because I think a longer midi skirt looks better on me. Overall, I’m pretty pleased with this dress and think the quality is great, especially for the price point. Jess Dress Size: Small/Petite My Height: 5’4″ Thoughts: What I will say first is that it is an extremely cute dress that doesn’t require my size C-cup breasts to wear a bra, and since it doesn’t have a fitted skirt, I can wear whatever style underwear my heart could desire (granny, duh). The pattern is so sweet, it’s lined, and overall, the quality feels so good. I chose a petite length since it’s a “mini” dress (though, I don’t think it’s all that mini) and was afraid the regular would have hit me in an awkward spot. Oh, and it was a bit of thing to get on because it’s a pullover, but once you’re in, it’s so comfortable and you feel secure! But as truly cute as it is and think it looks on me, it’s just not my style. I sort of figured as much when this style was chosen, but as my mother always told me, “Just try it on, you never you and you might be surprised.” However, since I know I just wouldn’t wear it enough, I’m going to return it. This is a dress that’s much more “Jess”:) Caitlin Dress Size: Large/Regular My Height: 5’8″ Thoughts: I’ve been screaming about Abercrombie for TWO WHOLE YEARS, and it’s about time my team started paying attention!!! The Emerson line is a total breeze to wear – it’s the epitome of the “throw on and go” dress to me. Everyone looks good in it, they’re appropriate for nearly every occasion (church! Antiquing! Farmer’s market! Parent/teacher conference! Thanksgiving dinner!), and honestly…they’re pretty fun and princess-y to wear. I love the pockets, I love that my 36Fs fit inside (I’m bra-less here, with room leftover!), and I love the variety of cuts and patterns. If none of the current pieces are doing it for you, never fear: they drop new pieces every season. And while we’re talking Abercrombie: here’s the Mila dress I’ve been yappin’ about all summer! ICYMI, I’ve been on a “shop small or not at all” kick in 2025…and it was going great, until I tried this dress on. It’s simultaneously structured-yet-breezy, supportive enough up top that I can still go bra-free (praise be!!!), and I ADORE the cut of the straps – it covers up my armpit folds, or lumps, or whatever those weird pieces of skin between my boob and my armpit are called. I wear this one at least once a week – it’s just SO easy and flattering. If the Emerson cut isn’t doing it for you, give the rest of the dresses a look – they have some great basics at rock-bottom prices. Mallory Dress Size: Small/Regular My Height: 5’7″ Thoughts: Imagine how confused I was when I opened up this blog post in the backend and saw everyone’s Abercrombie dress that did NOT look like the one I ordered!! Caitlin raved about this dress, which is how we came up with the idea to do an Abercrombie dress try-on, so I thought we were going with that one, but JOKES ON ME!! I don’t know what happened. But this is what I ordered and I LOVE IT, so I’m gonna review it anyway (lol this is the funniest thing that’s ever happened to me on the blog). Let’s get into it, though. This dress comes in a few different simple colors, and this really fun pattern too. The quality is shockingly good – there’s a bodice that’s super flattering but isn’t tight and uncomfortable (I don’t know how they do it). I was super impressed with the fit (I got a small). But wait – I saved the best part for last – IT HAS POCKETS! I’ll be wearing this all summer. Thanks, bye! Marlee Dress Size: Small/Regular My Height: 5’8″ Thoughts: I am not a huge fan of puffy sleeves on myself, and I don’t really wear midi or maxi dresses casually, so I was unsure about reviewing this line when the team first proposed it (didn’t feel super me) – but I was happy to see the Emerson Cap Sleeve Mini Dress as an option in the line! I ordered a Size S in the black (regular height). My biggest takeaway is WHY am I not wearing square necklines ALLLL the time? It’s so cute – combined with the little cap sleeves, I ended up liking this dress much more than I thought I would. From a sizing standpoint, it felt pretty true to size, and I liked that the back area where the zipper has ruching, so it’s pretty stretchy. Lengthwise, it hit at a good point on my legs but is on the longer side for a mini dress – I do have a shorter torso, but if you’re worried about the length, I think it’s totally fine/appropriate. I went braless and felt totally fine, but if you need more support or feel most comfortable wearing a bra, I do think you would have to go strapless (unless you don’t mind a little peekaboo strap) – the neckline did go basically all the way to my armpit. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by this item, and I think it will be a great, simple staple to have in my closet! There you go! Let us know what you think. Do you like the kinds of reviews? Are you going to try an Abercrombie dress now? Have a great weekend, pals!