This dress was featured in the Gettysburg Times newspaper for Remembrance Day. It has been worn only three times. It is very clean. No stains inside or out. A hoop skirt worn underneath is recommended as this is a full skirt. It features a finished opening for your draw string purse. I show a photo of me wearing it without a hoop skirt. However it is absolutely gorgeous with one. You will be getting a well made top and skirt that will last for years.