Thought this might help others, so I am creating a new thread for it. After trying on literally 25+ pairs of so-called skinny jeans, I finally found brand/syle that works. I am 5'2" and roughly a size 6. However, I am also curvy (got me some tush and thighs) so that makes finding pants nearly impossible.
What I found: the AT Loft "Curvy Skinny" fit in petite (might also work for taller ladies in the regular). I almost didn't try them on because the label said that they were low rise. I stay away from low-rise pants--they are so uncomfortable to me. But when I tried them on, they were more like a true mid-rise. They were reasonably fitted but not tight to the knee and then skinny below. I absolutely love them! They have a little stretch but didn't stretch out too much after a wearing. And they fit into boots! I feel like I can be stylish in them without looking like a pasted on a pair of two-small jeans. I don't know how they will hold up over the long-run as they are on the thin-side. But for now, I am happy.
Here's a link for those who are interested:
http://www.loft.com/loft/cat/LOFT-ZH...nypetite_curvy