I was fortunate to have a chilly day to try this sweater out on. Yes. This is it. If you want to emphasize that you have a waist without having to show every lump and bump, this is it. The long sleeves are elongating, the color is softening and not harsh, and the deeper v-neck adds a flattering sass. My favorite, favorite part, however, is the tie at the waist! First, you should know that the tie is NOT essential, so it could be tugged at by a curious 4 year old and you will not have a wardrobe malfunction. So you can make the tie as cute a bow as you please. It's almost all for show. Almost, because you can cinch in the waist a bit with it if you so desire, which is what I did. Why not? Bring on the fall vibes. I'm ready 🍂