Vintage 70s Mint Green Maxi Dress with Floral Corsage. Very cute! Size 5: 56" length, 30" MAX waist. The material has slight stretch, a 35" bust should fit up to 34". It is 13" across the shoulders. Model is 5'1" and dress was too long. Zips in back. Thin polyester. There is no elastic present in the waist at this time - I so believe thin elastic could be placed into elastic "tube" if you did want to tighten the waist. I don't think it looks "too big" unless you flare the skirt as I did for one photo. To see more beautiful vintage: http://www.etsy.com/shop/soulrust also visit http://www.facebook.com/Soulrust Regarding customs: You are responsible for all customs fees and charges. Please note: We will not falsify customs documents, so please do not ask! If possible, direct your concerns to your government officials who make up these rules and enforce them. Let them know you feel you are being overcharged and see no reason for it. There are many feeling the same way as you and there is really nothing I can do as I am operating my business in an honest manner.