These jeans run a bit small. I recently lost 15 pounds. ai was wearing my old Sherri Jeans which are a14 P, but after wearing them for a whole day, they were embarrasingly baggy in the crotch and the posterior hung in wrinkles. Plus they were way way too long. I had to wear them double cuffed or they dragged on the ground.So when I ordered these I ordered a 12P. I had some 12 P's of NYDJ that were hanging in the closet that had been too small. Now they fit perfectly. So my order for these Clarrisa Jeans went in as a 12PWhat a disaster that was. They did button and if I were a cute little teenager, I may have kept them, but I have progressed to the point that "I can no longer die young." So I sent them back and got 14P What a difference a size makes. The 14P's fit perfectly and did not stretch out as much as my older ones. They hit me about an inch below the belly button, fit nicely through the hips and the legs hit me right above the ankles.I am 5' 3-4" and weigh 160...a hefty gal I know. I claim it is all in my heavy bones!The fabric is beautiful. I have never seen fabric that is softly striated as these are. If you look carefully at the fabric you will see that the striations are caused by different weaving patters in the cloth. It is really pretty and I believe that it most prominent in these and the blue colored pants.I did order one size 12...it was only available in the grey. I think that I am just between sizes and that is a nuisance. But get these while you can.They are beautiful!!I have several pairs of NYDJ and always followed the advice to order a size down from your normal jeans size so I did. BIG MISTAKE. I only paid $28 but once I tried them on I found they ran super small - yes I can get them buttoned but not comfortably enough to wear all day. Pretty bummed to find that they've already gone up to $110 just since they were delivered! The bright blue color is nice but not a basic I'd wear all year so guess back to Amazon they go without a replacement.I am 5'4 and got these in a Petite size, going up one size to a 12p, as they were sold out in my normal size 10 for regular miss. With an ankle pant I can usually get away with a petite size and just have to go up a size, and the length worked out for me on this style. I wore them all day yesterday and they are so comfortable. The fit is perfect for me, not too tight but not loose. The fit looks just like it does on the model photo. Love the color too, which is a bright turquoise shade.Wow. Nothing like NYDJ. I was questioning that, so I stepped out, and purchased a few, yes, a few, pair of “other” pants/jeans. Heck, no point in throwing $ away, right? I’ll try a less expensive brand. Wrong. How can a person (why..) wear anything else? So, I’m back, and look at all the colors. This neon melon that I’m returning - seems I lost enough #’s to change a size, is a variation of hot pink, with a melon flair. The style, Clarissa Ankle, are as described, and of course, perfect. I’m back to NYDJ, exclusively.I already own another pair of size 8 NYDJ that have a slightly wider cuff. They fit ever so slightly loose on me. I bought these jeans in size 8P and can say that they fit like a glove. I have only worn them once to try them on. They have some stretch to them so they will probably stretch out a wee bit over time. I could not have worn them one size smaller than my usual size. So, with these jeans, I recommend that you do NOT buy one size smaller.Nice jeans. The blue is brighter than what my screen shows. I really like NYDJ jeans for their fit and durability. This particular cut has very tight legs all the way down to the ankle. I really like how they look with flats or Keds. I always wash my jeans inside out in cold water water and hang them to dry. They stay looking new for a very long time. I also love the unbelievable low price that I paid for these jeans.Not happy with the fit. Not a normal NJDJ fit.I absolutely LOVE this brand! I have a tummy pooch that I am self conscious about and the waist band fits comfortably above it(but below the belly button) and tucks my pooch all in! Also, I am 5' tall and pants are always too long for me. In these, I can get the petite size and ankle length and I don't have to hem them! Comfortable, excellent quality, wash really well and don't shrink! Can't rave enough!