This jeans are straight indeed and it has a nice cut through out. The fabric is just stretchy enough to give the jean a comfy feeling without making it hug into you like a skinny jean would. However, they are indeed VERY LOW, sitting under your belly button and they are slightly higher on the back. So, if like me, you have a bit of a tummy (left over from 2 pregnancies and the last 2 years) you might not find them very faltering. You can, however, wear them with the proper shape wear underneath and keep them as an ultimate goal! They are definitely worth it!