I returned my first two pair as they were too small. I repurchased in larger size because I felt needing a bigger size was the only problem. I have bought so many jeans over the years that I can tell you, I am very fussy, and I know
 what works and what doesn't for me. I found the material to be rather scratchy. There was a gap at the back of the waist, which apparently was the price I'd have to pay for them to fit around my hips. This is such a common problem. After a few hours of wear, they felt like they were beginning to fall down; however, it is worth noting there was no bagging out of the knees or rear, just this uncomfortable feeling of them sliding down, which was very odd as they are described as sitting at the waist. Also, these have some polyester in them, which I feel is a good thing for shape retention, but maybe that had something to do with the sliding. I think these jeans would have worked better for me if I was not overweight. Also, I felt the petite length was perfect for me at 5'2. As I said, I pretty much know what works for me, and that would be "pajama jeans." I was hoping for some "real" jeans to fit well and be comfortable. The search continues, or maybe I will stick with the pajama jeans. There are so many choices of Lee Jeans offered on Amazon, maybe there is one for me, but it would take luck to find it.