These are as comfortable as a second skin. I have a thick waist compared to hip size and worried these would be tight in the waist if I bought to fit hips and thighs but they fit like a dream and I'm not even aware I have them on. I've worn them much more than the other 2 brands I bought at same time because these are my HGs. I'll be buying more next winter as I've worn these almost constantly through this winter.