Although described at check-out as American Manufactured, they have the American Apparel tag and are just what I was looking for, high waisted, strong elastic waistband that won't let them go down, and a perfect fit! Made of a wonderful, velvety-touch cotton and spandex, they are a pleasure on the skin and allow free movement! Just love them! I ordered two colors, black and eggplant, both very nice, specially the eggplant, which turned out to be the nicest deep shade of purple! They also arrived just within the estimated delivery date! Thank you Dress Code Clothing!