I have a fairly high hip-to-waist ratio (often size 6 in "curvy fit" pants).  I really like the size 8 Slim-sation pants and walking shorts I've tried so far since, while the tummy panel doesn't push in my tummy, it does allow the pants not to be loose at the waist the way most non-curvy fit pants are.  So, while skater skirts sometimes look more A-line than "skater" on me and I've never, ever found a pencil skirt that didn't look wrong or make my figure look distorted, I figured these skorts *might* be worth trying...

Unfortunately, these were thick, super-tight across the hips, and made my tummy look especially round and protruding.  Definitely sending them back!  (on the other hand, if you find yourself struggling with too-tight waistbands and garments that are loose in the hips, you might like these)