It is the perfect size and fit for my ever growing daughter. She is 8 years old but 4.7 feet tall so she is the height and weight of a 12 year old! 18plus fitted exactly as we had hoped. above her belly button and nothing too tight that she couldn't breathe or didn't want to stay on her waist. I'm glad that with these sizes there are more plus options for kids who are literally mini giants but aren't grown up yet. So with these your pants/leggings still fit modestly :)