Found the most amazing pearshape friendly sweater dress (not too tight, not too bulky) that also can double as a coat (that's right, snaps that fit wide hips, horray!) (see it here: http://bit.ly/127kj1g). And the best part, it's on sale for $24 and is completely worth it. I have never found a sweater dress that fits me well and that i'm comfortable in until this one. Please let me know if anyone orders this or tries it out. Or, likewise, if there are any other fun options out there.