I do not have a whole lot of experience in skort buying. This is the second skort I have ever purchased. I've tried on quite a few and never felt confident that they would stay put. They were usually too loose, or way too short. I suppose if I was very slender the short ones might have worked but that's just not what works for my body type.

So the top 3 things I looked for in a skort; the fit, staying power and practicality, and style.

To help describe how this skort fits I think it is useful to know what kind of body is wearing it.
I am 5'10" and 175 on a good day, and wear a 10 or 12 depending on clothing style or item. I am active but not firm bodied like I would like to be. This means I've got some working horse thighs on me and a little bit of a belly.

I bought the black in size LG and it fits perfect. The skirt and under shorts are definitely longer than most skorts I've come across. It falls mid thigh (about 4-5inches above my knees. For some this may not be a plus, but it my case I like the additional coverage. I think the length of the short is also what helps this skort stay in place. I did not find the length to be hindrance while running either.

Other reviews mentioned that it rode a bit low on the hips, and made for an unflattering look. I was worried about this as I have that belly I mentioned...but turns out it really is quite flattering. I don't know if I hiked it up higher...(I don't think so because I imagine that would cause some discomfort on my lady parts) but the skort hits just below my belly button. So above my hips but not in a mom-jeans high-waisted way. I guess more like boot cut jeans fit...mid rise. This is a comfortable fit for me, but understandably not the fit for every body type.

The fabric is not as light weight as the nylon mesh skorts I've seen, but the spandex fabric is not heavy either. I would describe it as mid-light weight which helps it fall nicely.

The pockets are a definite plus. Hidden on thighs and one zippered in the back. Perfect for carrying a key, and credit or ID cards depending on what you're up to.

The shorts do not ride! or as another reviewer said and I love "no chub rub"! I have already taken these shorts on a 12 mile hike, and 6 mile run and they don't budge...and continue to be absolutely comfy. I have not experienced any thigh squeeze or bulge from the shorts and they stay in place.

I think they are very cute...even though I only got the black...but they have a lot of versatility.

Basically I am so excited that I took a chance and bought this skort. So excited in fact that I've already bought the orange one as well and it's on it's way. I am truly now a "Happy Girl;)."

Great length. I ordered the Gym Girl skirt at the same time and it was just a tad too short for my fifty year old legs. This is perfect and the shorts did not ride up during my run. I wear a size 10-12 in pants and always order a large in Skirt Sport products. The skirt is wide enough to swish back and forth when I run and my legs do not look like they were squeezed into a sausage casing. I think this is my fifth skirt from this company and it certainly will not be my last. I am really glad someone makes modest enough sportswear that is also cute and classy. No junk in my trunk hanging out for all the world to see. I just love it and I do not feel like all eyes are upon me when I go into the grocery store after my workout. It is modest enough for my tastes. I would very much like this skirt in navy blue. I had to venture off of Amazon to find it in other solid colors in my size.

I have bought about 10 of these sport skirts over the last yr. I am about 5ft 5 inches, a 14/16, pear shape and the XL fit great. No chafed thighs and no worries about anything showing if you want to bend over to grab something. I have no muffin top but do wear the active tanks with. I live in these all summer. Originally, I bought for a vaca last summer as they do not wrinkle and are cool in the extreme heat of July. They were easy to wash and air dried quickly at the hotel. I have never put any of my skirts in the dryer, same as the rest of my clothes. The price is steep but worth the investment as I add to my collection when certain prints go on sale.

I have 3 of these and would have more if they weren't as pricey as they are. (But the price doesn't deserve to be lowered, because of how perfectly these are designed and how well they fit. This is one of the best clothing items I've ever purchased--so well thought-out and extremely flattering for the active woman. Truly high-quality with no strings attached.) I tried all kinds of options all over the internet for a swim-skirt. I settled on this because of the combination of flattering fit and practicality, even preferring it over skirts specifically designed as swim-skirts by other companies (thus the 3 colors, to go with my various tankini tops). But these can also be worn for exercising or for every-day wear (if you're ok with the shorter length--I am because of the attached modest shorts). I even wore the black one with a nice blouse and skinny metal belt for a dressy casual look--these definitely go way beyond just athletic activities! The attached under-shorts have some compression and smooth you out so you look trim under the skirt. The one complaint I have is that for most colors, the shorts are black and therefore very visible should the skirt flip up at all. I really appreciate the (2?) colors that come with a matching short (e.g., the "surf" color). So if I could suggest one improvement, I'd ask that the shorts always be made with a material that matches the skirt fabric. For reference, I'm 5' 3", 124 lbs., 38" hip, and a S is absolutely perfect for me.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this skort so much that I came back for more. I agonized a little over the price at first, but this is the first and last skort that I reach for. It's long enough to be modest/appropriate out in public and it's CUTE and flattering even on my very "normal" body. I'm 5'8 and 160 lbs, and I wear a large. I am comfortable wearing this to coach soccer, pick up the carpool, hit the gym, hit the tennis courts, or go out to a casual dinner!