These fit just as described - lower rise, fuller waist, and short. But, surprisingly, they are generously sized so I would go down a size when ordering. The problem I had with these jeans is that they have the 'torn' look. At first I thought it was a defect, then I saw the tears on both rear pockets and below the knees in the front of the jeans. It's part of the design. Just be aware of this when ordering.