I just wanted a light short robe to wear around over my pj's.  I figured that since I am small, it wouldn't make much difference if the robe was really short.  I just wanted to have something to wear around over my pj's so i didn't feel weird without a bra.  It was a good length before I washed, but once washed it come JUST to the bottom of my butt! There would be NO WAY to wear this without shorts of some sort. Since it still covers my top, it still works for me, but unless you are looking for a robe that is basically a shirt...do not purchase!