Parents with “little beasts” at home understand that picking pants for girls is never as simple as “looking at appearance” – a 4-year-old baby complains about the waist circumference, an 8-year-old baby says that the crotch is stuck during exercise, and a 12-year-old girl is obsessed with “dressing differently from her classmates”. Inaccurate size, uncomfortable scene, and deformation after two washes, do these bad things often give you headaches? Don’t panic, this full-dimensional guide from code selection to after-sales service will explain all the issues you care about, and novice parents can easily choose each pair of pants.
1. How to choose different ages? Please put away the exact size formula
When buying pants for children, it is common to “one yard different”, especially girls develop quickly, and last year’s pants may show their ankles this year. Many parents only look at the age standard, but ignore the difference in height and body shape, which is why they always buy the wrong one. Combined with 10 years of purchasing experience, I have summarized a set of code selection logic of “age + height + body type”, with a practical table for the upper limit of time, to help you choose the right one time.
Age stage | Corresponding height | Recommended size | Body shape adaptation tips |
|---|---|---|---|
4-5 years old | 100-110cm | 110 yards | Choose an elastic waist and leave 2cm of waist space to avoid the belly stamping |
6-7 years old | 120-130cm | 130 yards | The lively and active option can adjust the waist circumference, and it does not slide down when running and jumping |
8-9 years old | 135-145cm | 140-150 yards | Choose a thin and tall version, and choose a fat and widened version |
10-12 years old | 150-160cm | 150-160 yards | Choose a drawstring design in early adolescence to take into account comfort and privacy |
Here’s a key reminder: when buying imported brands, Asian sizes are slimmer than European and American sizes, for example, the same 140cm, European sizes may be 5-8cm longer. I once helped my neighbor buy a pair of European brand pants, but I didn’t convert the size, but the child wore it like walking on stilts, and the return shipping fee was more expensive than the pants. In addition, growth pants are a cost-effective choice, the hem can be cut and flipped, and one can be worn for two seasons, especially suitable for younger children.
2. The scene is right to look good! A list of “exclusive pants” for different occasions
Children’s activity scenes are richer than ours: school, sports, performances, camping, each pair of pants has to “perform its own duties”. Wearing indiscriminately is not only impractical, but may also affect activities. For example, wearing jeans in physical education class will break directly when splitting; wearing sweatpants for performances will always look out of place in the camera. Pick according to the scene, it’s right.
- Campus scene: The first choice is campus school uniform pants, look for standard colors such as navy blue and dark gray, and the fabric is anti-wrinkle and non-scalding, and the child will not be wrinkled after sitting for a day; Physical education class to physical education pants, focusing on the elasticity of all sides, to ensure that splitting and running are unrestrained, the sports committee members of my children’s class wear this all year round, and the 800-meter running score has always been in the top three in the grade.
- Sports scene: choose sports running pants for running, and the trouser hem is designed to prevent wind pressure; dance practice pants are worn in dance class, and Tencel modal fabric is close to the skin and does not get stuck in the legs; Outdoor camping is equipped with camping quick-drying pants and anti-mosquito pants, the former dries quickly in 10 minutes when exposed to water, and the latter contains mosquito repellent fibers.
- Special scenes: wear comfortable pants for the exam, elastic waist + unrestrained fit to reduce children’s tension; ski pants for skiing, three-in-one detachable design, inner liner warm, shell windproof, minus 10 degrees is not afraid; play by the sea and prepare seaside sunscreen pants, anti-ultraviolet UPF50+, which is more worry-free than wearing sunscreen.
3. The style is not the same! Wear the child’s exclusive temperament
Nowadays, there are many styles of girls’ pants, from sweet forest to cool workwear, you can always find something that children like. But don’t blindly follow the trend, combined with the child’s body shape and personality choice, in order to wear brilliantly. For example, fatter children don’t wear tight pencil pants, wide-leg pants cover the flesh more; quiet girls wear forest cotton and linen pants, and lively girls are suitable for cargo pants.
Classified by style for your reference: Korean ins style cream straight-leg pants, paired with white shoes, special for taking pictures; Y2K millennial style try gradient jeans, with a short sweatshirt, full of trendy style; College style is inseparable from college plaid pants, with shirt vests, super suitable for the opening ceremony.
The detail design can also be a plus: unicorn patterns and strawberry prints are suitable for younger children, full of childlike fun; love embroidery and three-dimensional bows poke the aesthetics of middle and middle grade girls; girls over 10 years old may prefer minimalist solid colors or retro old styles, which are more assertive. I once helped my friend’s daughter pick a pair of fake two-piece culottes, which not only satisfies her preference for wearing skirts, but also satisfies parents and children without worrying about going naked during exercise.
4. Comfortable in all seasons! Choose the right fabric to avoid getting sick
Fabric is the “soul” of pants, especially girls have delicate skin, and the wrong fabric is easy to be allergic and sweaty. The fabric needs in different seasons vary greatly, remember the principle of “breathability in spring, coolness in summer, warmth in autumn, and cold resistance in winter”, and combine it with safety standards.
choose spring thin cotton or bamboo fiber, breathable and not stuffy sweat, and the child is dry for a day of running and jumping; in summer, focus on ice silk cool pants and Tencel Modal, which are cool to the touch, and can also absorb moisture and wick away sweat, avoiding prickly heat in children. Here is a reminder that when buying summer pants, you must look for Class A infant safety standards and no fluorescent agents, I have seen unqualified sunscreen pants, and the fluorescent agent has been detected to exceed the standard, which is not good for children’s health for a long time.
Autumn knitted romo cloth is the first choice, with good elasticity, wrinkle resistance, and just right to wear when it is slightly cool in the morning and evening; In winter, you have to rely on fleece thickened sweatpants, lambswool liners and down pants to carry the cold, and wear softshell pants when playing in the snow outdoors, the windproof coating can block the cold wind, and put on a pair of fleece pants inside, which is warm and flexible.
Nowadays, environmentally friendly fabrics are very popular, organic cotton, recycled polyester and GRS certified environmentally friendly fabrics are not only good for children, but also cultivate environmental awareness, if the budget is enough, you can give priority to it. In addition, no matter what season of pants, choose environmentally friendly printing and dyeing without peculiar smell, and wash the new pants before wearing them to avoid dye irritation to the skin.
5. A must-see for savvy parents! Money-saving and worry-free purchasing skills
Girls’ pants are updated quickly, so there is no need to buy too expensive ones, but you can’t buy inferior goods cheaply. Master the promotion nodes and price comparison skills, and you can buy good goods for a small amount of money. I have compiled a set of “money-saving formulas” to help you spend every penny on the blade.
First of all, remember the promotion nodes: 618 pre-sale, half price 1 hour before Double 11 is the lowest price of the year, suitable for stocking up on just needs; 80% off in the back-to-school season and spring outing season activities, just enough to replace the pants of the new season; When clearing the special price and clearing the code, it is the most cost-effective to stock up against the season, such as buying plush pants in summer, the price can be half cheaper.
Price comparison channels are also very important: tens of billions of subsidies, cross-store full of 200-30 is suitable for buying brand models; live flash sales and Douyin real-time hot selling lists can pick up explosive models, such as basic slacks for 59 yuan and 3 pieces, which are super cost-effective; 1688 source factory is suitable for buying in bulk, such as kindergarten clothes and pants, and the wholesale price can be 30% cheaper than retail.
There are also some tips: don’t miss the first order of 9.9 and student coupons, you can save another amount; choose merchants with freight insurance and 7 days without reason, and the size is not suitable for returns and exchanges; 24-hour delivery or same-day SF stores, can save the scene when you are in a hurry. Every time I buy children’s clothing for my team, I use these skills and can save thousands a year.
6. Solve all the bad things! These selling points must be kept an eye on
The biggest headache for parents is the “small problem” of the pants: strangling the stomach, jamming the crotch, and washing it twice to fade color…… In fact, as long as you identify these selling points, you can avoid 90% of the pitfalls, buy with peace of mind, and wear with peace of mind.
First solve the core pain points: choose an elastic belt with a stretch belt of 5cm or Velcro waist circumference to ensure that the stomach is not strangled; The version is designed to “not jam the crotch, do not fall off the crotch”, especially the sweatpants, the ordinary sweatpants my child wore before always stuck in the crotch, after changing the special version, running and jumping never shouted uncomfortable again. The pants with reinforced treatment at the knees can prevent the knees from bulging, and they will be like new after half a year.
Durability is also very important: choose fabrics that do not ball, do not fade, dark first wash does not fade is the basic requirement; pants that do not pull and do not shrink, machine wash many times without deformation, and the mother’s hand wash for 30 seconds can also save a long time at home. The details are thoughtful: the zipper anti-pinch flesh protects the child’s delicate skin; the reflective strip design is suitable for wearing in the morning and evening to ensure the safety of night walking; hidden pockets and name tags are convenient for children to pack small items and identify clothes.
The multi-functional style is more cost-effective: the design of one pants and three wears can be worn as trousers, cropped pants, and shorts; the hem of the growth trousers can be adjusted as the child grows, and one can be worn for two seasons; The palm-sized quick-drying pants for travel are particularly convenient to carry out, and the pockets are large enough to hold a whole pack of paper towels, which is full of practicality.
Yigu’s Purchasing Perspective: The Ultimate Advice for Parents
As a Sourcing Agent who has been deeply involved in children’s clothing procurement for 12 years, I would like to say: pick pants for girls, don’t fall into the misunderstanding of “appearance first”, comfort and safety always come first. Give priority to brands with test reports and Class A standards, even if the price is slightly higher, it is more cost-effective than buying inferior goods to rework and exchange. When purchasing, I will pay special attention to fabric test reports and factory qualifications, and those suppliers that can provide GRS certification and fluorescent-free testing are the first choice for long-term cooperation. In addition, pay more attention to the child’s needs, such as whether she likes the style of pants and whether it is convenient for activities, after all, children are willing to wear it if they are happy.
FAQs: 5 most frequently asked questions by parents
- Q: What should I do if my child has a special body shape and can’t buy suitable pants? A: Give priority to plus-size, fattened and widened or small-sized exclusive models, and some brands support customization; you can also choose pants with drawstring design and four-sided elasticity for stronger adaptability.
- Q: How to return and exchange pants when buying pants online, if the size is not allowed? A: Before placing an order, look at the size chart on the details page to compare the child’s waist circumference and trouser length data; choose merchants with freight insurance and 7 days without reason, try them on first after receiving them, and return them in time if they are not suitable.
- Q: How to avoid shoulder drops when girls wear bib pants? A: Choose a style with a detachable adjustable strap and adjust the length according to the child’s shoulder width; it is better to have an anti-slip design at the strap, so it is not easy to slip off when running and jumping.
- Q: How to judge the sunscreen effect of summer sunscreen pants? A: Look for the anti-ultraviolet UPF50+ logo, which is the nationally recognized sunscreen standard; choose tight fabrics, and the sunscreen effect with poor light transmittance is better.
- Q: Children always get their pants dirty, what fabric to choose for cleaning? A: Give priority to fabrics that are quick to clean and antibacterial and deodorizing for 30 seconds by hand, such as polyester blends; dark colors are more resistant to dirt than light colors, and dark colors that do not fade are the first choice.