This is a short version of the Floral Skirt. The 5 yards version is indeed 5 yards at the hem with adjustable elastic waist to fit hips up to 36", the 7 yard version fits hips to 45”. Plenty for twirling and fancy skirt work. Lots of fun for girls preteens and a great Salsa or just out and about skirt for women too!. 100% Ron Florals finished with a brocade band at the hem for enhanced twirling. Order by length. Xshort (20 inches), Short (22 inches), Medium length (24 inches), Long (26 inches), Xlong (28 inches). 5 yard skirt $68, 7 yard skirt $98