Sometimes it's almost more confusing to try to figure out what size to buy by reading the reviews.  I'm going to say that I think this top fits pretty true to size.  I read the reviews, rolled the dice and went with a size smaller than what I would normally buy, and wish I'd gone with my normal size.  My intent was to wear this top with leggings, and I don't really feel like I can do that with this size.  The material is quite thin, stretchy, and unforgiving.  Super soft and comfy, but clearly shows any lump, bump, waistband, seam etc.  If I stretch out the shirring to cover my bum and lady bits, ugh!  The horror!  Perhaps 20 years ago, before children, but not now that gravity has seen fit to cruelly prove its existence to me with glaring disregard to my self esteem.  It is a cute and comfy top though.  I am wearing it today with a thin cami tank underneath and a scarf and cardigan over top with my slacks.  The color is nice.  :)