Women's board shorts are so hard to find with the length and the material is usually stiff, but these shorts are perfect in every way.  First they are stretchy.  I have big hips and a small waist so I had to order a 1X and they fit EXACTLY as pictured. My hips measure 47.5 if that helps anyone. I would order these again in every color i like them so much.  Perfect for activities, the gym, walking around the zoo and lightweight material that dries super fast!