I bought in the petite 2x/3x, on the theory that you can't have enough black maxi skirts. This has a wonderfully flowy fit, very nice drapey material, and has pockets, no less! Can be worn with or without a belt--the belt loops are there but not what I'd call obvious if you choose to go without the belt. I'm thinking I might go for an Elinor belt, rather than the Demeter or Athena. Only very minor quibble is that I'm hoping for it to shrink a bit in legnth, as I haven't worn a high heel since about 1993!