This skirt is gorgeous and lightweight, twirls beautifully and has a simple elastic waistband. The waistband was much too tight for my preference, especially where I like to wear the skirt low on my hips for belly dancing, and the skirt was far too long for me (I'm 5'4). So the elastic isn't really a one-size-fits-all deal, and I ended up removing it and replacing it with a drawstring. Material is a somewhat coarsely woven cotton, with a matte finish. While the coarseness of the weave isn't very noticeable and a lining material underneath prevents the skirt from becoming see-through, the material does fade somewhat after two or three washings to a slightly dull black/grey. Also, the hem of the skirt can become bunched up very easily, so I'd recommend either ironing the hem or hanging the skirt to dry. Overall, I wish I'd paid less than $30 for this item because it doesn't fit perfectly and requires some maintenance if it's to be used for performing, but it's still a good beginner item.
Rating:
[3 of 5 Stars!]