Muted colours, minimalist details and signature relaxed cuts: these simple ingredients are exactly what Essentials builds its instantly recognisable style from. But that same character plays out differently on an oversized hoodie, a T-shirt or a full tracksuit. So when you're choosing, think beyond the type of piece – consider the fit and sizing too, and what you'll want to wear it with. We take a look at the Essentials staples and how you can work them into your own wardrobe.

Minimalist Streetwear, Relaxed Cuts: That's Essentials

Fear of God Essentials is a minimalist streetwear line defined by comfortable, relaxed cuts and understated design. Across the collections – from tees and sweatshirts to trousers and shorts – you'll see the same instantly recognisable visual direction: neutral colours, simple details and signature Essentials branding. That's exactly why the pieces work so well together, while also slotting easily into an everyday streetwear wardrobe on their own. Behind that consistent look, though, there's a range of cuts and garment types, so when you're shopping it's worth checking the specific fit and its proportions.

Hoodie, T-Shirt, Shorts or Set?

The Essentials hoodie works well in cooler weather, both on its own and as a layer, while the T-shirt pairs with all kinds of trousers and outer layers. Essentials shorts mainly come into play in summer outfits, while the full-length trousers can be worn for most of the year. The full Essentials set gives you a coordinated look, and the top and bottoms can each be worn separately with other pieces too.

How Does Each Essentials Piece Fit Into Your Wardrobe?

Essentials Hoodie: On Its Own or Layered Up

One of the most important things about Essentials hoodies is the cut. The brand's hoodies often feature a roomy body, dropped shoulders and wider sleeves, so their signature proportions shine through even with a simple pair of jeans. In autumn or spring, you can wear the hoodie on its own as a top, and when it's colder it can go under a coat. When layering, though, pay attention to the cut of your coat: an oversized hoodie needs an outer layer with enough room to fit it comfortably underneath.

Essentials T-Shirt: A Simple Base for All Kinds of Fits

With T-shirts, the ratio of width to length is key. The boxy cut follows the line of your body less closely, so it looks different from a traditional, slimmer tee. It works on its own with jeans, cargos or joggers, and in cooler weather you can layer it under a hoodie or jacket. If you're shopping for your first Essentials piece, you can't go wrong with a tee: you can wear it in loads of ways with the clothes already in your wardrobe.

Essentials Trousers: Cut Matters Below the Waist Too

With Essentials trousers, check the width and length of the leg as well as the waist. The relaxed feel of the joggers pairs well with the brand's roomy tops, but they also work with a simple tee. If you'd wear them with a hoodie from another brand, the cut of the bottoms decides how sporty or full-on streetwear the overall look ends up.

Essentials Shorts: For Laid-Back Summer Fits

Essentials shorts carry the same idea over in a shorter form. The elasticated waist, relaxed leg and above-the-knee length make a comfy base for a tee or a light sweatshirt. In summer it's especially easy to create a coordinated fit with them if you pair them with a top in the same or a similar colour.

Essentials Set: When Top and Bottoms Work Together

The beauty of an Essentials set is that the cut and colour of the two pieces already work together. That doesn't mean you always have to wear them as a set: the hoodie works with jeans, and the joggers with a different tee. So a complete set can give you more combinations than you'd think at first.

Essentials Sizing: How to Choose the Right Fit

With Essentials, don't just go by your usual size: the proportions can vary significantly from one fit to another. The Essentials Fear of God Classic tees come with a relaxed body and sleeves and dropped shoulders, while the 90s tees have a properly oversized fit. To get a sense of the difference: according to the brand, a size M 90s Tee is close to an XL Classic Tee.

You'll also find relaxed, roomier fits among the hoodies, so the same letter size can fit you differently in two different cuts. For trousers and shorts, check the leg width and length as well as the waist. So before you buy, always check the cut and size details of the specific model, rather than applying the same sizing rule to every Essentials piece.

Three Streetwear Brands, Three Different Personalities

It's easier to see where Essentials' understated look sits in streetwear when you put it next to two brands with very different personalities. At Denim Tears, the Cotton Wreath motif is a standout visual element on many pieces, while Jacquemus tees and hoodies approach everyday streetwear from a designer angle.

Feature	Essentials	Denim Tears	Jacquemus
Look	understated, minimalist	graphic, motif-led	refined, designer feel
Branding	mostly subtle	bolder prints	varies by model
Fit	often roomy, oversized	differs from model to model	varied
In an outfit	a cohesive base	stronger visual impact	more fashion-forward character

If you want to add more impact to your outfit with graphics, Denim Tears offers a stylish direction. And with Jacquemus streetwear tees and sweatshirts, you can bring a designer touch to your fit alongside simple street pieces.

How to Put Together an Essentials Outfit

With Essentials, proportions matter more than having the same logo on every piece.

Look at the fit of your top and bottoms together: two oversized pieces create a completely different silhouette from a roomy hoodie with straight-leg jeans.
Pay attention to length too. Where your tee or hoodie ends and where your trousers sit at the waist together shape the proportions of your upper body and legs.
With a full set, you can bring something new to the look with sneakers, a coat or a cap.
If you go for individual Essentials pieces, you can build out your outfit with other streetwear pieces from the OnSize range.

So, a Single Piece or the Full Set?

When choosing Essentials streetwear pieces, start with what's missing from your wardrobe. A tee or a hoodie is easy to wear on its own, while a complete set gives you a coordinated starting point from the get-go. In the end, the right fit comes down to the clothes you already own, the proportions you're after and which piece you'd actually reach for regularly.

FAQ

What sizes do Essentials clothes come in?

In the OnSize Essentials range, you'll find sizes from XXS to XXL.

Is Essentials sizing the same across every collection?

No. Fits can vary, so the same size may fit you differently across different Essentials pieces.

Can you wear the top and trousers of an Essentials set separately?

Yes. You can pair the hoodie with jeans or other trousers, and the bottoms with a tee, a jacket or a different sweatshirt.

How should you wash Essentials clothes?

Always follow the care label on the specific garment. Fabric composition and details can vary from model to model, so there's no single washing rule that applies to every Essentials piece.

Which sneakers go with an Essentials set?

With roomier trousers, a chunkier sneaker can really stand out, while a low-profile model works well with slimmer bottoms. Match the shape of your sneakers to the proportions of your whole outfit.

Mini Glossary

Oversized: a cut deliberately designed to be roomier.

Boxy: a wider cut through the body that's less fitted.

Dropped shoulder: a shoulder seam that sits lower than your natural shoulder line.

Sweatpants: soft, full-length joggers, typically made from sweatshirt fabric.

Essentials Hoodie, T-Shirt or Set? Here's How to Choose!