Received my Joy shorts last week and I really love them! They are probably the most I have ever spent on a pair of shorts but knowing Ivy's quality I am hopeful they will last me years to come.
They are SUPER comfy and not too short either which is bonus for me as I am 5ft 9 but with long 34" inch leg but as a usual size 16 I am a little self conscious so don't want to wear super short shorts! I find these overall super flattering.
Personally I sized down though. I usually wear uk16 (sometimes 18) on bottom but the size 14 were best on me.