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Browse all Eddie Bauer jackets & outerwear →Kids Chilali Fleece Jacket
The verdict
Fit
Standard kids fleece jackets typically run true to size with an easy, non-fitted cut, so normal sizing should be fine.
Quality
As a fleece jacket without a named technical insulation system, expect soft, everyday warmth suited to mild weather rather than a dedicated cold-weather performer.
Is the price fair?
At $19.97 this is firmly budget pricing and a fair deal for a simple fleece jacket at clearance.
Best for
A kid who needs a light, cozy jacket for cool-but-not-cold days or as an indoor layer.
Care
Wash on a gentle cold cycle and avoid fabric softener, which can reduce fleece's loft over time.
What owners report about Eddie Bauer jackets & outerwear
Owners describe Eddie Bauer's jacket line as durable enough to stay in rotation for years rather than get replaced each season, with down and fleece pieces using materials the brand documents as '650-fill power down and WeatherEdge waterproofing.' Fleece pieces reportedly keep their shape through repeated washing. Lighter, packable shells trade that durability for weight: a hooded ultralight down jacket in the line was flagged for thinner construction that 'lacks abrasion resistance,' with a shell that 'can only repel short periods of drizzle' before the water-resistant coating is overwhelmed — reviewers treat it as a midlayer rather than a standalone winter piece. Buyers also note a split in feel between the brand's full-price retail line and its separate outlet line, with outlet pieces running noticeably thinner.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently say the jackets last for years of regular wear, with down and fleece pieces holding their shape and loft wash after wash.
- Watch out for
- The recurring complaint is that lighter, packable shells sacrifice abrasion and water resistance, and that outlet-line jackets run noticeably thinner than the full-price retail line.
About Eddie Bauer's jackets & outerwear line as a whole. Sources: Is Eddie Bauer a Quality Brand? An Outdoor Store Review · Eddie Bauer CirrusLite Hooded Review | Tested & Rated
