OK well first of all, my butt and hip area could qualify for it's own zip code and takes pear shape to new levels - so for someone who use to spend half the day coordinating a search and rescue party, which for horrified innocent on lookers resembles an archaeological dig, I'd have to say I'm pretty stoked ... these have sides like bikinis with a rear that wraps aaaallll the way round .... The previous pack didn't stand up to multiple washes but these have been sensational this time.  really really happy !!!