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The verdict
Fit
Expect the brand's classic relaxed, slightly tapered leg fit; likely true to size or a touch generous through the thigh, so size down for a slimmer look.
Quality
Construction should be solid fleece typical of the brand's classic line, but a collab print doesn't change the base garment's durability.
Is the price fair?
At $160 this sits at the premium end for sweatpants, and a chunk of that price is the collab/licensing markup rather than added fabric or construction quality.
Best for
Someone who wants the specific team/collab graphic and doesn't mind paying extra for the limited design.
Care
Wash cold and tumble dry low, or line dry to preserve the print and prevent shrinkage.
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
