They are right about the size.  I bought these for me thinking that they would be fun to wear.  Not so much.  I didn't even dare to put them on as I am sure they would not have come up past my calf.  I did let my daughter put them on.  They fit nicely.  Mind you she is 10 yrs old and very tall and linky.  They are not see through unless you stretch them beyond what they are supposed to be stretched.  In short if you are not petite and very slender do not purchase these.  Otherwise they are very nice, bright colored, fun leggings.  Happy shopping!