These are exactly as pictured. They are super comfortable, and the distressing is just enough (sometimes they can look like you've been attacked by a wild animal). I typically wear a size 4 in women's jeans, so I ordered a size 5, and they fit as expected. I *might've* been able to get away with a size 3 because these are loose fitting, but this is the fit I wanted. They sit right at my hips, and they are loose through the leg. They are like a comfortable pair of boyfriend jeans. I know they'll loosen up throughout the day, but I don't think it'll be too problematic (nothing a belt couldn't fix). I'd definitely purchase these again.