First, this is VERY cute. it looks identical to the picture! the material feels like if the fabrics “silk & velvet” had a baby, this would be it. it’s not scratchy, it’s very soft. now let’s get into the size. first of all, between Nova and She In, they’re known for having extremely short skirts to where your a** is basically out. but THIS skirt if perfect length. it covers my ENTIRE butt, but it’s not super long. comes mid thigh. I did size up to a 2x, and it fits VERY cute and comfortable. HOWEVER, I the way the material is stretchy and loose, i could have ordered my normal size and still would have been comfortable in it. So for a more fitted look, go with your normal size. For a more comfy and family friendly feel, size up. but either way it should fit good.