• I removed the ruching from the front and back.
• I lengthened View B by 8 inches... FYI, it's really short.

• I lenthened the sleeves by 7.5 inches and left the hems unfinished.  My sweater knit does not fray or unravel.

• I removed the ruching from the collar and removed 3 inches from the length.
• Instead of the recommended 1/4" wide elastic, I used 3/4" wide and significantly shortened the length.  Due to the weight of my sweater knit, my elastic needed to be tighter for a more secure fit.

• And I decided that I liked the hem of the dress left unfinished as well.  The hem slightly rolls, but I'm okay with that as a design detail.

Styling tip: I think every woman should have a great go to topper for an evening look.  This sequined moto jacket from Express has been mine for a couple of years.  I love this jacket and I reach for it often.  It was one of those great finds when you just happen into a store, you see something and have to have it.  And this is my second wearing of my velvet Vogue 9032 pants.  They are absolutely perfect for the holiday season.