candyluver:
hi, I am 5"3 and 140 and I wear an 8, but 9 junior is what really fits me the best, however I have been excercising at least 3 times a week but usually more, I do step aerobics and weights, a muscle sculpting class and I bicycle everywhere. This has really toned my hamstrings,thighs and butt.However, I have not been able to excercise for almost 3 wks now because I broke my toe and although I still weigh 140 the pants I was wearing are now tight!! So for me at least it is muscle/toning that has enabled me to wear and 8/9.

cheers,
judi