The children's trousers in the end of line cover all moments of the day: joggers Nike, Hummel and Project X Paris for school and sport, cargo trousers Converse and Project X Paris, girls' trousers Only kids and Name it in a loose or flared cut, leggings Jordan and Desigual, outdoor trousers Didriksons for rainy days.
Children's bottoms, in the end of line.
The jogging trousers remain a favourite among children: elasticated waistband with drawstring, soft fleece, tapered or straight legs, they can be put on by themselves from kindergarten and follow kids around the playground as well as in PE classes. The Nike Glow With Me and Paint joggers feature colourful prints, the Hummel Tukas come from the Danish brand with chevrons, and the Project X Paris ones adopt streetwear codes. A tapered cuff prevents the trousers from dragging on the ground and wearing out under the heel, a real plus for the little ones. A brushed fleece jogging pant keeps you warmer in winter than a lightweight jersey model.
The junior lifestyle clearance also includes:
All the end-of-line items are gathered on the lifestyle junior page.
The cargo trousers, inspired by military wear, are recognised by their patch pockets on the thighs, where children stash their playground treasures. The woven Converse cargo, with a relaxed fit, and the one from Project X Paris, which is more urban, are popular with pre-teens. For girls, the Only kids Kogrita features a loose and flowy fit, very comfortable for sitting in class, while the Name it with a bootcut silhouette, slightly flared at the bottom, elongates the figure. These two Danish brands belong to the same group and indicate their sizes in age and centimetres, making it easier to compare one model to another.
The legging, made of stretchy fabric, follows all movements: the Jordan Flower and Desigual Gala, with floral patterns, can be worn for dancing, gymnastics, or simply at school, providing a second-skin comfort. The Didriksons Narvi and Avan trousers come from the Swedish brand founded in 1913 to protect fishermen from the rain: designed for the outdoors, they withstand moisture, mud, and wind during wet playtimes, forest outings, or nature classes. Their fabric cleans up easily with a quick wipe, and an elasticated waistband fits without a belt. They allow kids to play outside in all weather without coming back soaked.
Children's sizes are expressed by age, but it's the height that matters: compare the child's stature to the brand’s guide and choose a slightly long pair of trousers with an adjustable waist, which will accommodate growth spurts. The knees wear out first, as children play on their knees and slide around: a thick canvas like that of cargo trousers is more durable than thin joggers. For washing, turn the trousers inside out, wash at thirty degrees, and avoid the tumble dryer, as it makes the fleece pill and shrinks the cotton. End-of-line items help refresh the wardrobe at the pace of children's growth.
Fold them in half lengthwise, leg over leg, then roll them up from the waist: they stand upright in a drawer and can be spotted at a glance. This method also works in a suitcase and minimises creasing of canvas trousers.
The crotch rubs with each step, especially for active children. A thick fabric in this area, a well-fitting waist that doesn’t slip down, and a heat-sealed reinforcement applied at the first signs of wear extend the lifespan of the trousers.
A heat-seal hem, applied with an iron on the inside of the bottom leg, shortens trousers in minutes and can be undone as the child grows. For joggers with a ribbed cuff, it’s often enough to let the cuff ride up on the ankle.
Joggers, being thicker, better protect the knees during playtime and keep you warmer in winter. Leggings, being thinner and very stretchy, are suited for dance or gymnastics classes and for children who like to feel free in their movements.
An outdoor trouser worn over the day's trousers protects from wind, moisture, and mud, both in the park and in nature class. The Didriksons models wipe clean quickly and can be easily packed away in a school bag.