Perfect for petites.  I'm 5'3 and bought a size 10.  In most jeans I wear a size 6. I have a small waist and a round butt.  In regular Levis I wear an 8 because of it.  These sit higher on my waist and I could have fit the 8 if I wanted a tighter look, but I'm digging the relaxed feel as I'm using these as work jeans.