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Kids Original Artichokes

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$21 $28 In stock

Category: Kids Fairtrade

Artichokes are back! These prickly beauties were designed in 1995 as one of the original Thunderpants block print designs by Josie Bidwill and Victoria McKenzie.

These Kid's Original Thunderpants are super comfy and modest. Your cool kid can hang upside down on the jungle gym in a frock with confidence all their bum is still covered.

These are designed to be waist high in the small size for wee kids which makes them excellent toilet training pants. As the sizes get bigger the waist lowers a bit, but not a silly amount!

NB: These used to be called Girl's Original Thunderpants. All kids can wear this style and there is enough stretch in the fabric to accomodate different body shapes.




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    • Available in sizes small (2-4 years) medium (5-7 years) and large (8-10 years) this very comfortable brief sits in the natural crease at the top of the leg and around the high hip to navel area.

    • The Thunderpants fabric is 90% regeneratively grown cotton and 10% spandex to give it that super comfy, soft stretchy feel. The waist and leg bands are constructed in the same, lovely fabric eliminating the need for the addition of nasty, grippy elastic and adding to the enjoyment of your Thunderpants experience. All the garments are made locally and lovingly in New Zealand. 

    • To preserve the vibrant colours and life of the fabric we suggest you do not soak or bleach your Thunderpants items. Use a gentle detergent in a cold machine wash and dry your Thunderpants on the line, not in the drier.

    Your Thunderpants are not only super comfy but they are designed to withstand some pretty staunch stuff, so get into them and get on out there!

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    Customer Reviews (4.2 / 5 · 5 reviews)

    Ellie R. ★★★★★

    My daughter refuses to wear anything else now, which says a lot since she used to complain about itchy waistbands. The block print has held up through countless washes without fading, and the fit still looks brand new.

    Natalie ★★★★★

    My daughter picked these out herself because of the artichoke print, and she's barely taken them off since. The cotton feels thick and soft after a few washes, no shrinking. Cute retro design without being too babyish for a five year old.

    Edward ★★★★☆

    The artichoke print is such a fun retro design and my son actually asks to wear these. Only thing is the waistband runs a bit snug, so I'd size up next time.