I hate it when 'elastic' waistbands aren't very elastic at all.  They have a lace drawstring that has a little bounce to it at best.  I pulled out the drawstring and inserted an elastic waistband of my own. Other than that, the pants are nice quality fabric, are a little long, which I like, and are comfy. This is one of those navy blues that borders on black, but overall, l like them more than I don't but I probably wouldn't buy again.