Thank you all. I welcome the diversity of views -- your input really mirrors my own feeling; I'm not used to wearing short dresses, yet I really do love this.
But yes, before I make a decision, I will steam it so we can see the length. I'm sure it's above the knee, though -- no question.
I can't do this today as I am getting ready to travel tomorrow and have errands to do before that. But as soon as we return I will show it at its full length.
Oh, and Angie -- absolutely these cow print Okalas are the best ever!
As for the colour -- it is not showing perfectly here because I am indoors and had to use the flash, but it's a very dark cranberry (or blue red). A brighter cranberry is more "my" colour, but this absolutely works.
As to hose -- I would wear them in the cooler weather for sure. And different shoes (with a closed heel) or booties. In warm weather, though, it would be nice to be able to wear it as seen. I do think that the hint of skin is part of what makes it a great dress. Too covered over and it might lose something.
Oh, and can I just say that I LOVE this neckline?? It is so hard to find a little narrow V like this and so flattering for the likes of me.