Waist across Size 2: -~ 12.75" Size 4: ~13.25" If it helps, I wear a sz 2 in the Bea skirt but a 0 in this style. Wear the skirt. The Benson is a slim fitting skirt that has a high rise waist to give you some extra shape. It has a center back zipper so it's easy to throw on and go. The Benson Skirt pairs well with the Luisa Cropped Cashmere Sweater.