For me a good pencil skirt makes me feel so ladylike. i love eva franco pencils but be warned they are designed to be a tight fit through the tush. i wear a 12 and i ordered the 12 in this skirt. the pouch another reviewer pointed out seems intended to be a pocket, but because the skirt fits me pretty snugly it doesn't stick out when i walk and sit. the fabric does seem like it would snag easily so i'll choose accessories thoughtfully. for reference i have a 33" waist and 42" hips.