This skirt is very comfortable. The waistband is about 3 1/2 inches wide and doesn't have any elastic -- it is just made out of the same material as the skirt, but it works! I am short (5'), so the short skirt is about mid-knee on me, but if I feel like making it a little shorter, I just roll down the waistband. From the picture, I was expecting the fabric to be a little shinier (like swimsuit material), but it is a matte, heavy knit, making it a bit more casual. I still like the skirt -- it pairs well with t-shirts and tank tops -- and I think it will hold up well with multiple wears and washes. The envelope-style pocket is sewn on the inside of the waistband, and it is just the right size for a credit card -- I don't think you could fit anything else in there without it feeling uncomfortable against your stomach. This will probably end up being one of my favorite skirts!

I just received these shoes yesterday, so I haven't had a chance to really try them out -- but they are great looking and SUPER comfortable!! I usually wear a 5.5, but I tried the 6 (since this is the smallest size available). The elastic helps keep them on my feet. If I go up on my toes, the shoes slip off, but if I'm just walking around, they stay on. They are a bit wider than most of my shoes, but again, the elastic keeps everything in place. There is a lot of arch support, which is fantastic! These truly feel like slippers, but still look great! I don't think I will take them off for a while.