I love shell dresses! I own a black one and believe me I am really getting some milage out of it. I think I need at least 3 more : ) I really hope the people who make them would consider adding more neutrals I want a tan one , a gray one for silverish metallic’s ,cream looks fresh with gold and warm hues and a crisp white one because it's perfect for those often see through crisp white summer dresses. Here are some ways I have worn mine: *with long tunics. *under a cute yet too short dress (my fave way) *as a slip under flowy dresses *As a maternity shell!! Paired with a cardigan and skirt, no "peek a belly" regardless how huge I was! *with a skirt on top doubling as a "longer" (the longer is too short on me! at 5'6 1/2... ok let's say 5'7 to round it shall we? LOL!) The cotton feels cooler on a hot day. *under my non Frum bathing suit! It felt more comfy to swim in than the aquamodesta suit IMO. Note: I would still feel too ...