I'm 5'2\\\\\\\" most days and a size 6 in pants. I taught myself to hem pants a long time ago because they are always too long. So I went into this purchase fully expecting that they would need to be hemmed. Not the case! They are the perfect length with a small heel, and they just barely graze the ground in a flat or tennis shoe. I also really love the ease of these pants. They are comfy and instantly dress up an outfit. I haven't washed them yet, so can't speak to that; however, judging from the material I suspect they will wash well (and hang to dry). Overall, these pants far exceeded expectations.