LOVED these pants! They’re very Spanx – high compression, thicker waistband that does not roll down. No pockets, which I do miss and they do have a seam down the front. I was afraid it would bother me but I didn’t really even notice it, especially in the black. I’m in the MEDIUM TALL here. The medium fits perfectly, but very fitted at the waist. However, they’re very smoothing and there was no pinching at the waist. The tall length is VERY long, so keep that in mind. I can only where this length with a heel. PS: I'm in the large of the top, it's a fitted top. Under $50!