I am 5' 1". I weigh 160 pounds. My bust is 42" (36 DD). My waist is 37". My hips are 43". I have a short torso. I am usually between a size medium and large (8-10). About 95% of the time, I get a size medium from ByEgreis. Unless Egi advises to size up due to stretch and fit. In this case, I ordered this skirt in a size large. Its a perfect fit. The material is a soft suede. Has some stretch to it. I love longer skirts. Especially the lace portion on this one. It's the attention to details for me. I know the chances of seeing someone else with the same outfit is very slim. That's what I love about this clothing brand. And how can you go wrong with the color black, right?! LOL