The Joan Rivers Holiday Plaid Taffeta Ball Skirt (often called the Tartan Plaid Maxi or Hostess Skirt) is a beloved piece from the Joan Rivers Classics Collection® known for its dramatic fullness and elegant, comfortable fit.Key FeaturesDesign: A classic plaid or buffalo check maxi skirt . Instead of being gathered at the waist (which adds bulk), it features flat, inverted knife pleats that lay smooth across the tummy and hips.Fabric: Made of a lightweight, swishy 99% polyester taffeta with a relaxed, comfortable pull-on elastic waistband.Practicality: It features deep, on-seam side pockets and is fully machine washable.