I am 51 and have spinal stenosis, low back and neck problems of the spine.  These jeans fit so they are not pulling on my hips because of tight thighs, and they do not need a belt.  Those of you with any back problems may know what I am talking about.  I have 10 good inches between my hips and waist..I got butt and thighs and these are perfect for almost any time and I love that they are 100 Cotton!!!!  I got an 8 and a 6 and can wear them both...the 8's are for my fat days if you know what I mean and 1/2 of winter which I tend to put on a few pounds the 6's for summer. I got a 32 length and that was true to length also.  Did I mention 100% cotton!!