I read where someone said they run small so I ordered a size 8.  I wear size 6.  They are small. A bit wide, but only come about 2 inches below the waist instead of to the waist as advertised.  I haven't purchased "fruit of the loom" panties in about 2 or 3 yrs. I have always found them to fit and wear well.  I guess they are being made by someone else as they are of inferior quality.  It's sad that we can no longer depend on brand names anymore. I am short wasted so don't usually have this problem.