I'm 5' 5" when I stand up really tall! I currently weigh 190 and I can wear a size 14 in "normal" jeans, but girl....they are TIGHT. (depending on the brand, really) Around 180 is when a size 14 feels super comfortable to me. Also, I carry most of my weight right around my stomach/middle - so that's a factor for me as well. Hope that helps a bit.