I'm 5'8" 150 lbs, maybe 42" hips and a 30" waist. I typically wear a 8 or 10 in bottoms, but have difficulty with things fitting my hips and being too large in the waist. I purchased this in size 10, dark wash.

I've only tried it on, but the 10 is a great fit. I wouldn't go down to an 8 because it would make an unattractive muffin-top. It doesn't do much for tummy control for the pudge left over from having my kids, but the lack of a fly really helps tops lay nicely and not add to the midsection bulk. I'm a fan of structured fabrics like denim because I'm quite squishy and they give a bit of control.

Other reviewers mentioned crooked sewing, but mine is sewn neatly. The dark wash is a nice deep color. This color does have real front and back pockets, which I am very happy about.

It hits at my knees, a modest, yet young fit, nothing matronly about it. I'm considering ordering one in black, too.