You are like me, fruitsalad.
So many women complain of having a lardy bum and thighs, yet I never put any weight on there ~ in fact I would love some fat sucked out of my belly and put into my bum!
At the moment I spend my time in 'swing' tops and jeans. I can't wear shorts or pedal pushers as I am only 5'2" so it cuts me in half. Swing tops are ok, but you must be careful they aren't too long and cut just right under the bustline. If you are taller you can get away with it.
Some purchase have been disasterous, and made me look pregnant!