I am wearing size XL which is two sizes larger than my usual size M. The waistband is pinching me painfully. It is too small and too tight.I wish the international clothing designers would understand, there are two kinds of fat American women. Some women are shaped like pears, with a small waist and big hips. That shape is called "thicc" and it is in style right now. Those girls get all the attention, and all the pants are designed for them.Some women are shaped like apples. I have narrow hips aSee full review