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The verdict
Fit
Likely mirrors the adult flare silhouette in kids sizing, with a fitted top and flared leg opening, so checking the brand's kids chart is worthwhile since the flare cut differs from a standard fit.
Quality
Construction should be consistent with the brand's usual kids fleece quality, though the flare shape may not hold up as well through active kids' wear as a simpler straight cut.
Is the price fair?
$135 is high for any kids' sweatpant, and the "training" name doesn't add functional performance features to justify it beyond the brand markup.
Best for
A parent buying specifically for the flare style rather than durability or value.
Care
Wash cold and air dry to help the flare hem keep its shape.
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
