I got these leggings for being out and about and walking my dog in the cold midwestern winter weather! Upon trying on, I realized they were a little tight pulling over my calves. You kind of have to work them on like a pair of tights so they don't bunch up. I ordered according to the sizing chart ...-- my waist is 30.5", hips are 38", so I ordered a size medium tall. I am 5'9" for reference as well. I am a true size medium/size 8 (sometimes size 6 or 10) across the board whenever ordering pants. The tall length is perfect, they hit right above my ankle bone. The leggings fit a little tight in the booty (I am curvier in that area), and have a very slight give in the waist. They are very soft and comfortable! I wish there was a little more room in the waist and around the hip/booty area. Overall, I would recommend them. They fit true to size, but if you want a little more room, I would suggest sizing up.