I ordered (and returned) A LOT of swimsuits this year, trying to find the right thing for my mom-of-two, "petite curvy" body. This was far and away the winner. Super cute, and fits great. Goes above the belly button, secure but not tight at the waist, and covers my butt! I maybe could have done a small, but I'm glad I didn't (as long as this doesn't stretch out over time). I paired it with the regular bikini top (not the tie-front cut-out one) and am super happy. Too bad swim season is almost over! 😅