Size up! I ordered these for my husband who works as a GC, so he needs study work pants and shorts. These shorts are decent quality, although the shorts material is lighter/thinner than the pants, it still feels rugged enough. He is 5'10" 200lbs, with thinner legs and butt and normally wears a size 32, I sized up and got size 34 which fit him perfectly. He actually has longer legs than torso and these are still pretty long with the 11" inseam (didn't measure for accuracy). Has a zipper pocket for important stuff, 2 side Velcro pockets 2 regular side pockets, back pockets, etc...so plenty of room for wallet, all of the change, screws, nails, drill bits and junk that ends up living in his pockets :) Texture is the kind that looks like small squares similar to the new Dickies work shorts material. No stretch to them, obviously. I think compared to years ago, the material has changed a bit but they are still better than most other brands especially for the price. I'll update with more pics if they don't hold up to expectations.