Waist: Elastic in the back. There's a slight pilling feel when touched, but it looks clean. It will look even better if you remove the pills with a fabric shaver. It's a mini-tight skirt, but it has shorts underneath, making it easy to wear. It's cute to wear with leggings or spats in the winter. I plan to get rid of it, so I'd like to give it to someone who will use it. Kids Girls Girl Checkered Wrap skirt Green