These jeans are very comfortable and stretchy.  I used to love the Lee side elastic jeans but find that after stomach problems I need more stretch when having to sit for very long.  These jeans sit lower on the waist than I am used to so I sometimes catch myself trying to pull them up.  But the lower waist also means it is not pulling against my problem area of my stomach.  The waist is a little loose on me.  But usually the waist is way too big when pants fit my hips and has to be taken in but not these. These jeans also run longer than I am used to.  They are too long for flat shoes but ok with shoes with a 1 1/2 inch heel or higher.  The Miami wash is a good normal, worn jean color, not too light or dark.  I am very happy with these.  These are my favorite of the NYDJ jeans.