I love these, I am overweight and trying to lose weight and get back to normal and I wanted some jeans without those piercing buttons, something comfy.  I gave these a try thinking they would be too small and end up disappointed and have to return.  I weigh 220, 5'6.  I wear a 14 in pants but I refuse to buy anything in an XL, so I bought the large - perfect and comfy!  Once I lose this weight in the next 2 mos, I will be buying mediums in ALL colors!  I don't want to go back to button jeans; these are the bomb!!!!