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The verdict
Fit
Leggings cut for a second-skin fit. The Row's proportions are precise and refined, though the compression will be close.
Quality
At this price, expect high-quality stretch yarns and meticulous seaming; typical Row construction applied to a humble base layer.
Is the price fair?
Premium pricing for a basic legging; the brand markup is significant, but consistent with The Row's philosophy of luxe simplicity.
Best for
The Row enthusiasts seeking coordinated basics or athletes who value minimalist luxury in layering.
Care
Cold water, delicate cycle; hang dry to preserve elasticity and fit.
What owners report about The Row pants
Owners describe The Row's pants as comfortable and well made, with one reviewer of the pull-on Gala style calling them extremely comfortable and noting the fabric drapes flatteringly enough to dress up or down over an elastic waist. Value is the recurring dispute: critics point out that some four-figure styles are polyester, with one reviewer refusing to spend that much on what she called essentially plastic trousers, and another finding the collection often too basic to warrant the cost even while crediting its mostly natural-fiber fabrics. The one practical ownership complaint reported is dye transfer onto light-colored shoes.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently report the pants feel comfortable while reading as tailored, with well-made construction and flattering drape.
- Watch out for
- The recurring complaint is price-to-fabric mismatch — some four-figure styles are synthetic — plus one owner's report of color transfer onto light shoes.
About The Row's pants line as a whole. Sources: An Honest Review of The Row - by Laura Pleitéz Rifkin · An in-depth detailed review of The Row Gala Pants & the BEST affordable alternatives · Why I'm Not Obsessed With The Row - by Jolain Muller