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Browse all ESSENTIALS sweatpants →Kids Signature Flare Sweatpant
The verdict
Fit
Expect the same flare-leg silhouette as the adult version scaled down; sizing up is worth considering since flare cuts run more particular than straight-leg kids pants.
Quality
Should carry the brand's usual fleece quality, but kids' wear takes more wear and tear, so expect a shorter useful life regardless of construction.
Is the price fair?
$135 is high for kids' sweatpants by any standard -- this is a case where the price is almost entirely brand tax, not material or durability.
Best for
Parents specifically wanting this brand's look for a child and comfortable with the price given limited wear time.
Care
Machine wash cold; kids' fleece needs more frequent washing, so expect quicker fading than adult versions.
What owners report about ESSENTIALS sweatpants
One owner's year-long wear report found the fleece held up well: no pilling on the thighs and no thinning at the knees after regular winter wear, with the boxy-at-first fit relaxing into a straighter drape after repeated washing. The main complaint was the waistband, which stretches noticeably over a day of wear and only tightens back up after washing. Care guides separately flag the fabric as delicate, recommending an inside-out cold hand wash rather than a machine wash and dry to avoid shrinkage or print damage.
- Strengths
- A long-term owner reported no pilling on the thighs or thinning at the knees even after a year of regular winter wear.
- Watch out for
- The waistband is reported to stretch noticeably over the course of a day and only tighten back up after washing.
- Sizing
- The cut starts boxy and wide in the leg and relaxes into a straighter drape after repeated washing and wear.
About ESSENTIALS's sweatpants line as a whole. Sources: Essentials Fear of God Sweatpants Review: 1 Year Later · How to Wash Fear of God Essentials? | Crepslocker
