"So, yes, it definitely looks a little skirtier on the model than on me... I agree to size down if you are perhaps in the middle of sizes. It is also super comfortable and still looks chic - a rare combination! I would say if you're on the fence, get them! I am thinking if I live in anything next summer, it will be these, and they looked great with tights and over the knee boots as well... or at least I thought so :-). Also didn't find them that sheer, but I imagine that's because I was wearing the tights under."