I needed shorts that would stop the summer thigh chafing but keep me as cool as possible. None of my Featherweight Stretch or running shorts were standing up to the heat of this summer, they were riding up & sticking to my legs which allowed chafing. These are tight, don't roll (legs & waistband), a...nd protect my skin. The 7" inseam is perfect! I only buy synthetics that are recycled and I wash them in my Guppyfriend Bag to prevent plastic microfibers from entering waterways. Typically this rules out the whole Elation line because that is primarily Powervita, which is just polyester/nylon. So glad to see pockets of sustainability here and there in the yoga/Elation line. The rib material is super cute and the anthracite grey is just neutral enough with some interest. I would love a matching bra! Usually I go for the Ultimate line with the side hip pockets, but I prefer the ultra high rise options in the yoga line. This feels much more like my other ultra highs than high rise. I was surprised to find that the back waistband pocket is super functional and holds a phone, keys, and dogs bags comfortably. Now for the downside - I have been a super consistent XXS in Athleta for over ten years. This is the tightest waistband I have EVER encountered! Too tight to be comfortable when lounging or eating, at least at first. I am on my fourth wash/wear with them and now they are finally getting comfy. I would much rather have them start out too tight and loosen over time than start out right and get too loose, but wow. I have to put them on strategically - pull the whole thing over my knees and partway up my thighs before pulling them over my hips. I am thicker than usual right now but I got another XXS bottom in the same order and no issues. All in all, definitely a buy. But only if you have the patience to break them in. Normally I wouldn't advise sizing up in Athleta because that compromises performance over time, but this may be the exception if you are between sizes