I am 5’ 1. My weight ranges from 155-160 pounds. My waist is 37” and my hips are 43". I have a short torso. I’m usually in between a size medium & large. I ordered this skirt in a size medium. It was quite a bit snug in the stomach area for me. I had to tuck it in real hard, to get it to zipper up in the back. However, I know that if I would've got it in a size large, It would've fit me good in the waist, but too big below the waist. I've been slacking with the gym. No bueno! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the color and texture of this skirt! Personally, I like skirts that are below the knees. And usually I'm not a fan of slits that high. However, it was done in a tasteful manner here. I'm digging the edginess and vibrant color. I know I mentioned the color previously. But MAN do I love pops of color! As I tell my friends....am I extra, or are you basic?! LOL