This skirt makes a uniquely dramatic statement with its design. Its black-to-gray ombre dip-dye effect creates a dark, mysterious flair to its Old World-inspired style. With past eras as the launching point, this skirt takes bustles and petticoats for inspiration and re-imagines them for a look that's one-of-a-kind feminine yet gothically romantic. Gathered by the ties hidden underneath, it creates a full silhouette. Or untie the ties and create a long silhouette. Elastic waist. With its unlined nature and lightweight fabric, we recommend wearing seamless, skin-tone undergarments with this item. Length varies; ties underneath allow you to adjust length. Length measured from waist to hem, with ties untied.Please see bullet points above for measurements. *Please note that measurements were taken with the item laid flat, unless otherwise specified. Please double for waist and hips across to get total circumference.