I bought these pants for my son. I didn't realize they were a drawstring waistband. My son did not want that, because he wears a size where I typically have to stitch his waist bands smaller. He said he wanted me to send them back. But, I tried them on. I love them. I wear them to work, and they look so nice. I wear them at home, and they are so so comfy. I want to live in these pants forever. Just me and my pants, riding off into the sunset together, taking long walks on the beach together, and whatever else you do, when you finally find THE pants. Now, I need tailored womens cut dress shirts to go with them.