Celia - I didn't notice until you mentioned it, but the hemline does look a bit off - must just be my arm moving it. I ultimately passed on the dress because I have others at home that I feel better in. I do like the sleeve a lot though.
Joy - I fear going down a size will feel constricting in the top part.
As to the blouse, I debated more on that one, but did leave without it. The wonderful lighting of the dressing room seems to make it look a better color for me than it felt IRL. I may be regretting passing on it, but I try to stick with my first impression that if I have to think to hard on something, maybe I shouldn't get it.