I think I currently have eleven or twelve of these pants, some solid and some patterned. Things that I love about them are the cut, length, soft and flowy fabric, the way the waistline is constructed, not see-through, just the right amount of stretch, and the flattering look of them. I am between 5'7" and 5'8" and weigh 205 lbs. My current size is 18 or XL, XXL depending on the cut and fit. Most of the weight is in the middle area (under the breasts and above the legs). I originally ordered XXL See full review