The skirt waist has been taken in, but can easily be taken back out. The clasp just needs to be moved back over. The skirt has been hemmed. I am 5'4" plus I had 3 inch heels on. This is a two piece ball gown. The top has not been altered. There are no defects or stains. The top has blue beading and crystals as well as the bottom of the skirt.