I have several of the Ellie Nap dresses and I was so hesitant to try another style - to a point where I read all 75 reviews. This dress is stunning on, the smocked neck is extremely stretchy so I would absolutely order your regular size. I was nervous because some other reviewers mentioned they did not have a lot of room in the arm hole but that was not the case for me. I ordered my regular size L and it fits perfectly. I am normally a size 12-14. If you're on the fence - just try it! The Black Fil Coupé material is beautiful - it seems a bit more on the dressy side where as the other prints could be dressed up or down. I am planning on wearing to a wedding this weekend! 10/10. Love you HH!!!