These jeans are larger than most in the size given. Most of my jeans are size six, and I got the 4 in these. They are plenty big enough; even a bit roomy in the legs. They are quite long. I may be cutting 3-4 inches off the legs.
Do they make me look smaller? I am not sure. Maybe my behind looks a tad less ample?
I have only worn these once for a short time, so cannot say if they keep their shape over the course of a long day, or if they wash well. The dark dye does look like it could run, so I will be washing separately at least at first.
These are comfortable and slightly heavier than some other denim I have purchased recently.