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Yeah I've never understood them either, especially how some places are 0,2,4 and some are 25\", 26, 27\" and every company fits differently!  I measured again and I'm about 26\" at my belly button but not sure where to measure for hips haha.  Your measurements/shorts sizes is super helpful!! I feel like a 26 would fit comfortably on me.  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