Here's the first round. The general consensus was that the Alice + Olivias were the most conventionally flattering. The Just Female long shorts were more fashion-forward, but also might have been a bit large.

Here are the Just Female long shorts one size down, as well as a new option from Acne.

Pictures 1 through 4: Just Female Tao long shorts, one size down.
Pictures 5 through 7: Acne Studios Shantung trousers. These were actually the first pair I ordered but did not show the forum because they were much too big. When I noticed a smaller size become available, I ordered these.
Picture 8: Alice + Olivias.

So -- between the three -- which ones do you prefer? The Alice + Olivias are lower rise, the other two have high waists which is a trending look but likely not as flattering on me. I am interested in a fashion-forward yet wearable garment. Pictures 1, 5 and 8 show the same top and sandals with each pair of culottes, if you are looking for an apples-to-apples comparison.

Thanks for your help!!! I really want one of these to work.

PS -- I have some very sad news. We had to put CocoLion down yesterday due to advanced lung cancer. She was 7 years 4 months, her sister Maggie keeps looking for her. I am so sad.