The Erika dress is a really special piece which is called "grand dame" dress by our costumers. It is true that anyone who puts it on will immediately straighten up and walk around like a princess. The bodice and skirt are decorated with embroidery and the back is corseted so that you can adjust it to your own body (even with slight weight gain/loss). The fabric is a soft polyester-viscose blend that gives the dress support.