The costume is extremely adorable and better quality than expected. It fit perfectly and it was the perfect gift for any little girl with an imaginationI loved how detailed it was the tutu was adorable my baby girl looked so cute for her first HalloweenThis costume is way to short for a “8-9 year old” it didn’t even cover my daughters bottom at all. Would not recommend.This is a wonderful dress?I didn't expect much quality for this but the ears on the headband were already completely unglued which made it hard to look past after it's already super flimsy, skirt is shredded tulle with poorly glued on felt, and the top is so holey that child must wear top underneath. For an 8-9 year old size it looks more like a toddler size even with a stretch to the top and if stockings/leggings would be worn underneath.I liked the Dalmatian costume because it had all the accessories except the face paint. Perfect for her school event. She is 6 years old so it was easy to add the white turtleneck and black leggings and her black boots to finish the look. If she had to take the costume off she would still have an appropriate school outfit. It was so comfortable she kept it on the whole day. On Halloween we add the face paint so it was the perfect trick or treat outfit!This came really cute but it was damp and had a horrible odor. I cannot wash it so i aired it out and sprayed it down with febreeze. It has lessened the odor but it still has a smell. My daughter is happy with it for her Halloween costumeAbsolutely WORTH the purchase. Everything fit perfectly, and is adaptable with growth. The top is made with stretchy, durable, yet form fitting material, and the ribbon straps are size adjustable and can be removed to restyle.My ONLY issue is that the top is see-through and the skirt is more like a tu-tu. It was an easy fix with black leggings and a spaghetti tank top. I do appreciate the strategically placed spots that cover the chest, though. It was a solid (but still very much shocking) measure to keep kids covered.