Fear of God Essentials Shorts Black

The Fear of God Essentials Shorts Black are the summer half of the range, cut from the same brushed fleece as the joggers rather than a thin jersey. Black, above the knee, drawcord waist.

Fleece shorts, not gym shorts

The fabric is the difference. These use the same weight as the sweatpants, which means they hold a shape and do not cling when it gets warm. They are built for wearing out rather than for training, and the weight is why they photograph better than a thin pair.

The length question

They sit above the knee, which is shorter than a basketball short and longer than a running short. That length is deliberate and it is the reason they work with a boxy tee. Anything longer would fight the proportions of the tops in this range.

Fit and sizing

• Relaxed through the thigh, cut above the knee
• Elasticated waist with a drawcord
• Brushed fleece rather than lightweight jersey
• True to size in the waist
• Available in S, M, L and XL

Building an outfit around them

Black shorts with a cream or grey tee is the easiest version, because the dark bottom half keeps it from looking like loungewear. Add a plain trainer and stop there. Shorts sets go wrong when a third colour arrives.

Care

• Cold wash at 30 degrees, inside out, with darks
• Hang dry, since heat shrinks the leg length noticeably
• No fabric softener on brushed fleece
• Tuck the drawcord in before washing

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