I am and will always be a " skorts not shorts" person. In the summer - they are practically all I wear. I ordered these only because they were part of Amazon Day mark-downs. I am now officially obsessed! These are without any doubt, the best skorts I've ever owned - and I've owned and will be adding to my wardrobe - probably right after I finish this review! The only "meh" I have is the drawstring. The elasticity of the waistband makes the drawstring redundant/unnecessary. And ... I do not need any bumps/lumps in my midsection. All I did was untie the drawstring and left the 2 pieces loose. Someone mentioned the black shorts underneath. I believe its so women can feel comfortable/confident all month long. The black shorts do not show at all - even through white - which I own ...! Sizing is as expected - I'm a medium, slightly heavier in the mid-section - I bought a medium - fits perfectly. Five stars ..all the way!!