The dress is made out of the softest cotton fabric It has an elastic waist and adjustable ruffled tie on the back that is not only stylish but will allow you adjust to fit The short is, your little one can continue to wear this ankara dress as they transition across sizes! The Elisa dress can be worn as is or paired with leggings and an undershirt for cooler temps. Truly an amazing dress! As with all our pieces, laundry is no fuss. You can throw this in the washer and dryer with ease and it comes out soft as butter - absolutely no need to iron!