This skirt is beautiful, its well made and fit me just right. I wear a size six or sometimes an eight and there was plenty of stretch to go up quite a few sizes. I am short ( just over five foot one )and yes it was long but that is the way I hoped it would be so I can wear a heel. I tried the skirt under a high/ low dress and it looked so sweet. I guess my biggest take away from this skirt is: you don't have to use this for belly dancing ( although the twirl effect is fabulous) you can use it for the summer with a T-shirt or under another garment for that little extra beauty. You should not hesitate to purchase this skirt , it is lovely! 