Curvy women are considered "curvy" and not "trunk-like" because they have a smaller waist than butt and hips. Having said that, these jeans do NOT run small, as another reviewer erroneously points out. They run true to size- HOWEVER, they are not fitted for a curvy woman's body. These jeans are fit for trunk-like bodies. I ordered the size 10, and they fit in the butt and thighs, but the waist is so loose, these easily add 5+ pounds on me. Not even a belt would save these ill-fitting pants. Not flattering for anyone with a 36-28-39 measurement, or similar equivalent! Keep looking!