I went according to the size chart. I should fit an XS, but my gut was saying ‘SIZE UP’. My gut was correct. These have a bit of stretch, but do run small. If you are a curvy girl (I’m not), definitely size up if you have some booty. Mine is pretty flat. Or hips and booty. I can get these on, but they aren’t super comfortable like they should be, and gimme a small amount of muffin top. I look squeezed up.. kind of like a sausage ???? . Isn’t the most attractive look. Guess, we live & learn, but in the right size, they’d be terrific. But they are beautiful & appear to be wonderfully made, so in the right size, I do recommend them. The chart needs to be updated. If you have like a 23-25 inch waist, maybe an xs will be your friend, but 26 and 27 DEFINITELY buy size small. Maybe even at 25. That’s even a little ify. Again, curvy girls, for sure go up ⬆️ at least one size. They are a bit pricey for a pair of shorts, but they also are a name brand. If mine fit right, I could do my workouts wonderfully in them. Unfortunately, they’re just too snug. Might give them to my pencil thin, small waisted, teen daughter. Shame, as they looked perfect for the gym & for pole dancing at home :(. I DO recommend these based on looks, style & quality, but they run a tad high in price, and small in size. I take a 25 in jeans, or a 0 or 1 due to my small behind in most pants. If the particular brand of pants run small, max a 3, but not usually. I do like the logo on the band of these shorts. They are very cute, but I can’t wear this size in a ‘body complimentary’ way. Bummer :(. 3.75 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ + 3/4 ** I hope my review has been helpful ????.**