I like Adidas clothing and own quite a lot of shorts. I bought a pair of these shorts in my size, L. I don't like how the elastic waist cuts into my waist, it is more of how the fabric rubs on my waistline. The fabric feels grainy more than silky smooth as compared to some other Adidas shorts you can get. I folded over the waist and that feels much better and even makes the shorts fit better and feel more comfortable. I love to have comfortable feeling clothes when I work out and lounge around in. Adidas makes the best clothes for tall women. After washing these shorts a few times, they have become one of my favorite pairs to wear.