I recently bought this dress. I wore it when I went out with a friend and, she asked where I bought it; then, she immediately went to the Novica website and purchased one for herself.
I bought a duster that goes with it, too.
Absolutely lovely skirt. It is lined, with elastic in the back. The weight of it is substantial. The stitching is of great quality and the embroidery as beautiful as the picture. I predict this garment will last me many years for it's quality. Definitely worth the price. I have never been disappointed with the quality of Novica's products but I admit it took me two years to purchase. Luckily for me the skirt kept coming back in the fall catalog and I only regret not making the purchase sooner. I plan to wear over the holidays. I hope more similar skirts will become available in the future.
The detailing is meticulous, and the pattern lovely. Be aware that the colors are more muted and not as bright as they appear in the on-line photo, but this is a beautiful dress.