I have been buying Amanda Stretch Jeans for several years, and the only problem I have with them is the stunning inconsistency in size: it seems to matter where they are made. I have just bought one Short and one Average pair (both black). The Short, made in Pakistan, is about one or two full sizes smaller than the Average, which was made in Kenya and fits fine. An older pair I have, made in Madagascar, is the best fit. Too bad we can't choose the location of manufacture -- or too bad GV can't, in some way, have consistent "quality assurance." If you don't mind establishing a personal relationship with the UPS driver, GV Amanda jeans are great.