Embroidered Kitty Fleece Leggings for Girls

Fleece-Lined Leggings with Embroidered Kitty Detail, in 4 Colours, for Girls Ages 2-8

These kitty fleece leggings keep to a solid colour rather than an all-over print, with one small embroidered cat face, whiskers and a bow stitched near the ankle on each leg. It’s a quieter way to work an animal motif into an outfit than a full print, understated enough for school, still charming enough that she’ll want to show a friend.

The embroidery is stitched on, not printed, so it has a slight raised texture rather than sitting flat against the fabric. The little bow above each cat face adds a small extra detail beyond a plain animal face.

What Makes These Leggings Special

The kitty detail sits low on the leg, near the ankle, a simple whiskered face topped with a small bow, rather than a large motif that dominates the leg. The brushed fleece lining runs the full length of the leg, so the warmth is consistent from waist to ankle, not just at the cuff.

The high waistband sits above the natural waist and stays in place without a drawstring or button to manage, which matters for a child dressing themselves before school. You can read more about how this kind of lining compares to other winter fabrics in our guide to fleece in kids’ winter leggings.

• Full-length brushed fleece lining
• Soft cotton, spandex and polyester blend
• High-waisted elastic waistband
• Embroidered cat face and bow near the ankle
• Available in 4 colours
• Available for ages 2 to 8 years
• Machine washable

Available Colours

This legging comes in four colourways, all with the same embroidered kitty detail.

Black is the most versatile of the four and pairs with anything, though the kitty embroidery shows up with slightly less contrast against it than it does on the lighter colours. Grey is a soft mid-tone that works easily with almost anything already in the wardrobe, and is the colour the embroidery shows up most clearly against. Pink is a soft, dusty pink rather than a bright bubblegum shade, which keeps it looking a little more grown-up. Dark Grey is a deeper, more practical shade that hides marks better than the lighter grey, a sensible pick for daily nursery or school wear.

Fabric and Quality

This legging is made from a blend of cotton, spandex and polyester, cotton and polyester for softness and durability, spandex for stretch and recovery so the fit holds up after repeated wear and washing. The kitty embroidery, including the small bow, is stitched securely rather than simply printed or fused on, so it should hold up to regular machine washing without lifting or cracking the way a printed motif can over time.

Underneath, the brushed fleece lining is what does the actual warming, rather than the outer fabric alone. Our guide to materials used in winter leggings has more on how fleece linings compare to unlined or thermal alternatives.

Choosing the Right Fit and Style

This legging runs true to size, so it is worth measuring your daughter’s waist and comparing it to the table below rather than going by age alone, since children of the same age can vary quite a bit in size. Our girls size guide has more detail on how our sizing generally runs.

Size Guide

These leggings are available in five sizes, from 2-3 years up to 8 years. Compare your daughter’s current waist measurement against the table below before ordering, and allow a small tolerance since every measurement is taken by hand.

Perfect for These Occasions

This legging is built for everyday wear rather than a single occasion. It works under a school pinafore, on its own for playdates and nursery, and pairs just as easily with a party dress for a family gathering, since the kitty detail is understated enough not to look out of place dressed up. Our guide on winter leggings for schoolwear has more on building a school-ready winter wardrobe.

With four colours to choose from, it also works well as a birthday or Christmas gift for a girl who loves cats, a small, likely-to-be-worn present rather than something that needs to be exactly the right size or style.

Comfort and Fit

The high waistband sits comfortably above the natural waist without digging in when sitting down, and there’s nothing to fasten, which matters for a child dressing independently. The fabric has stretch that moves with her rather than restricting her, so running, climbing and sitting cross-legged all stay comfortable.

The embroidered detail, including the bow, sits flat enough at the ankle that it doesn’t rub or catch on socks or shoes, so it doesn’t interfere with normal movement the way a larger appliqué sometimes can.

Product Specifications

Complete the Look

Because the embroidery sits low on the leg rather than covering it, this legging works as a base layer under a party dress just as easily as it works with a plain top and jumper for school, it’s subtle enough not to compete with whatever’s on top. If your daughter would rather have a full print than a small embroidered detail, our Polka Dot Fleece Leggings use the same fleece-lined construction with a pattern instead. If it’s the animal detail she loves, our Embroidered Bunny Fleece Leggings use the same construction with a bunny instead of a cat.

Frequently Asked Questions

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