These shorts for women gives you a gently compressive feel while stretch and hold your pose. Stretchy, sweat-wicking fabric make these an easy choice for everyday wear. Buttery soft material. Thick enough and squat proofA moderate amount of compression hold everything in place and provide supportHigh rise, stretchy waistband hides cellulite and won’t slide downHigh Waist Fit: The waist is well designed and covers the navel. Collection Comparison Black Shorts for Women Pattern Blue Shorts Camo Gray Shorts Tie Dye Biker Shorts Tie Dye Biker Shorts Black Leggings Pattern Leggings Collection Solid Pattern Pattern Tie Dye Tie Dye Solid Pattern Material 76% Polyester, 24% Spandex 76% Polyester, 24% Spandex 76% Polyester, 24% Spandex 85% Polyester, 15% Spandex 85% Polyester, 15% Spandex 76% Polyester, 24% Spandex 76% Polyester, 24% Spandex Pockets 3 Pockets 3 Pockets 3 Pockets 2 Side Pockets 2 Side Pockets 3 Pockets 3 Pockets Stretchability Ultra Ultra Ultra Ultra Ultra Ultra Ultra Occasions Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Yoga/Running/Gym/Workout/Sport Are these actually high waisted? Or below belly button? Yes, these yoga shorts are truly high waisted and cover my belly button. Love these! Does the pocket stretch? The pockets do stretch, it would hold keys or a cell phone, maybe a small wallet. Do these have an elastic on the waistband or is it just the material that cinches the waist? There is an elastic in the waistband, and these are very comfortable especially for yoga!