I used an invisible zipper- you do have to change the pattern sizes to remove the allowance for the placket. I have all the notes at home on what changes I made on a size 7 length and size 6 around, so I can’t comment now, from ehem, work. In terms of the skirt, I just put bias tape on edges the exposed back center seam created by the zipper in a fun red. (I did French seams on the sides). I also used the red bias tape on the bottom hem edge. I used my bias tape applicator foot and it had a little trouble going over some of the French seams. I might consider bias taping it first (before the French seams) next time. I did bias tape the back seam before sewing up the skirt. My skirt I believe is view B (box pleat and pocket flaps).
