What do you think of this style?

I first encountered it in T & S's latest book where it is mentioned as an option for pear shaped women ( they layered it over a blouse with I think, puffed sleeves
A quick web search find this article

http://www.instyle.com/instyle/trends/thelook/0,,20152456,00.html

I think I quite like it! Don't know where I will find a strapless dress in the winter though (or if it is suitable for breastfeeding!)