let me start why stating the godawful truth..I am 63 and have gained 20 pounds slowly over the past 10 years. All in my midsection...finding elegant, understated clothing, made from natural fibers is a challenge. Eillen Fischer...love. But I needed a change..got a "Wrap" catalog last year..nd somehow, I was placed on "Poetry" mailing list...on a whim, I ordered a cropped cotton sweater, a linen shell and oh so misty, creamy light blue linen trousers..all size 12...soooo happy with the fit! The Look! the quality! The Natural fabrics and the styling. in a few months time, I will order another outfit..size 10!