I've been with Soul Flower for a decade or more and started buying these leggings when they initially debuted. The foundation of the design is good'�but to make these exceptional, they need a tapered high waisted option for those of us who have curves! \n\nI typically wear a size 6-8, and a S-M in leggings, depending on brand. Usually a small in stretch organic textiles. Medium in less stretchy technical gear like Patagonia. I am the average 5'4'�, and 135-150, depending on the season (I intentionally gain for wintering comfortably in a very cold climate). In these, I would need an XS for them to *maybe* stay up. \n\nThe waistband is too narrow, depth-wise unless you are in your 20's, or have narrow hips and a straight figure. Yet there's so much stretch to these that folks below a size 6 would not fit them. Even on a 6, the small ends up needing to be pulled up and readjusted frequently. This gets real annoying throughout the day! Now, don't get me wrong, I LOVE the substantial organic cotton textile, but it's the waistband!! Take an inch or 2'� off the width on the pattern of the waistband, because with stretch and no elastic, you need it more form fitting and tailored on the band (elastic free waist is a huge part of why I love these!)'�.and add 4-6'� to its depth, tapering to the high waist, instead of below the belly button, and these will be the perfect leggings, worthy of a 5-star review from an old loyal customer in the 49's age group. Keep the price right and I will stock my closet with a redesign! Having multiple waistband options to cater to different body types and preferences would be ideal! I also really like the fold over yoga style band on leggings'� keeps everything tucked in and supported on momma bellies, and great for pregnancy :)\n\nAnd bring in a lot more colors! What happened to that lovely dusty pink?? Black is always a great staple, but it seems like lately all I see on Soul Flower is black, red/burgundy, navy, yellow, grey and a fairly unappealing salmon orange/pink. We want earth tones in brown, purple, teal, magenta, rust, forest green, pink'�.. \n\nAs a general side note:\nPlease consider your older customers! We've been with you for a decade or more and we want more refined, dignified screen print options. Frankly, a lot of it is just way too cheesy and cliche' for us middle aged people with the dollars to spend. I like the nature and plants, without the words. The ferns, the wolf, the peacock feather (I'd buy that if it were on a full length pair and re-do the waistband myself)'� but all the cliche' sayings are just tacky. It reminds me of the cheap seasonal box store stuff.\n\nI've thought about leaving a review for a while now, and decided it was worth my time in hopes that decision makers hear it. I'd like to keep supporting Soul Flower. (It's nice to have a sustainable option for basics that is unique and not hellaciously over-priced). But, I looked through everything and I just can't find anything that will work for me even during the sale. Half my closet used to be Soul Flower.
