I am small, with 38ft hips, 28 inch waist and a small navel, like many women, in my stomach. I love these shorts. I bought the size Small Long (black with blue stripe). I've washed them a few times and so far they're wearing well. A few notes on wearing. When I wear regular panties, I fold the waistband to raise my crotch so I don't feel bare skin on my thighs. As you can imagine, the crotch area is spacious - this is useful for men. But I also have boxer shorts that I like to wear when running