I am a larger woman in the hips and buttocks, I ordered the same size I would with other brands of  uniforms. These just don't fit that comfortably. They are rather snug and a bit tighter in the thigh area than other brands versus being so flared out at the foot. I would have preferred the flare in the thigh area. That is the area that I would need more room. Anyways I kept them because I was in a tight jam and needed some black pants for a new job right away, but I don't think I will order this particular style or cut again, because it just does not fit particularly comfortable for me.