éOur 12 yard Skirts have gathered 4 tiers of fabric and also we have used We use shorter lining so that it won't see through. A waist has both elastic and draws string for maximum adjust ability. Ours skirts are hand made and hand dyed by us. Please note that top is not included. You will get only 12 yard cotton skirt. Color of the skirt might be different from the skirt you recieved because these skirts are hand dyed.é