Buttons in the front go down to the waist.  Elastic waist.  Big shoulder pads that can easily be snipped out if you don't like them.

Turquoise color woven belt is not original to dress.
1 chest pocket & 2 hip pockets.

Size 8

Shoulders: 17 inches
Chest: 19.5 inches
Waist: stretches to at least 15.5 inches
Length: 49.5 inches
Shoulder to waist: 19 inches