I am not too terribly impressed with these.  Perhaps if I had a shorter torso they would be better but they do not go up high enough on my waist in order to prevent the "muffin top" effect.  Also, there is a built in panty or something you'd find in men's swim trunks and it seemed to be coming up past the regular waistband.  On top of that, it would make an underwear line even if I had a thong on underneath.  The lacey leg part was a little itchy but maybe that will go away after I wash them?  I am going to send this back if I get around to it.