Found: For fit, drape, comfort and appearance. The Balance Pant are my favorite item to wear for lounging or running out to the market. They are well made, flattering, and wash well. I currently own three pair, and will definitely buy more in the future.
These pants are nice and thick. Fit great in the waist, but were too tight and uncomfortable in the thigh. I'm 5'5", 145 lbs and ordered a size 6. Also, they are more like bell-bottom pants than bootcut.
One of, if not THE only straight-leg option I have found for workout pants. They are slimming, without a big bell catching under the heel of your shoe. Reasonably heavy, opaque fabric that is a little slippery and doesn't fuzz. Mid rise doesn't bind, and keeps your butt covered. I find they run really big- I'm between a 10 and 12 in regular pants but take a 6 in these. For me there's no point in buying any other pant for the gym.
They are true to size. I ordered a medium and I am a size 10 in most pants. The fabric is thicker than most yoga type pants. So comfy I want another pair.