I’m Kayla, and I actually wore this stuff. I bought it with my own cash. No gifts, no codes. I wanted comfy clothes that still look put together for school drop-off, Zoom work, and quick store runs. So I tried Habitat Clothing for a full month. Spoiler: I kept most of it, but not all. If you're curious, you can browse the entire line on Habitat's official site.
Need more blow-by-blow details? Peek at my full 30-day Habitat recap where I logged every outfit mishap and win.
What I Bought (Real pieces, real sizes)
- Cotton Slub Pocket Tee (Ink, Medium)
- Cotton Slub V-Neck Tunic (White, Medium)
- Pucker Zip Jacket (Charcoal, Medium)
- Core Travel Flood Pant (Black, Small)
- River Wash Denim Jacket (Indigo, Medium)
- Cotton Slub 3/4 Sleeve Swing Top (Paprika, Medium)
For reference, I’m 5'6", curvy hips, short waist. I wear an 8–10 in pants and a M on top. Habitat tends to run a bit roomy, especially the flowy tops.
First Impressions: The Feel
The cotton slub fabric has a soft, nubby touch. It feels light but not thin. The Pucker fabric is crinkly on purpose. It hides wrinkles and bumps, which I love on days I don’t want to think about my middle. The flood pants? They’re light, drapey, and swing a bit when you walk. Easy to style with sneakers or clogs.
The River Wash denim jacket surprised me. It’s not stiff. It has a broken-in feel right out of the bag. No arm squeeze. Thank goodness.
Fit Notes You’ll Want
- Cotton Slub Pocket Tee: Boxy, falls at the hip bone. Hides the tummy without looking like a tent.
- V-Neck Tunic: Longer, covers the bum. Good with leggings or slim pants.
- Pucker Zip Jacket: Cropped, hits high hip. Great for layering over a tank dress or tee.
- Flood Pant: Cropped above the ankle. Higher rise. Wide leg, but not clowny.
- Denim Jacket: True to size. Room for a light sweater under it.
I did exchange the Flood Pant from Medium to Small. The waist runs generous. I called customer service, and they handled the swap in three days. No drama.
A Week in My Life With Habitat
Monday: Cotton Slub Pocket Tee + Flood Pant + white sneakers. School drop, coffee, laptop time. Pockets on the pants fit my phone with a case. Small win, big mood. On actual biking days I swap the sneakers for cleats—here’s what I really wear on my bike so nothing rides up or rubs.
Wednesday: Pucker Zip Jacket over a black tank and jeans. I met a client. Looked relaxed but not sloppy. You know what? That little crinkle fabric hides everything. Even my kid’s jam handprint.
Friday night: Swing Top in Paprika with dark jeans and hoops. My friend said, “This color is your thing.” I blushed. Then ordered another color.
Saturday: Denim Jacket over a sundress. Farmers market. The sleeves push up easy and stay put. No stiff wrestling match.
If you need inspo for mixing these pieces into outfits you already own, check out Penny Chic for smart, budget-friendly styling ideas.
The Wash Test
I followed the tag: cold wash, gentle, hang dry. The cotton slub pieces held shape and didn’t twist. They did soften more after wash two, which I liked. The Pucker Jacket bounced right back; no iron needed. I did toss the Flood Pants in the dryer once by accident. They didn’t shrink, but the hem curled a hair. I steamed it, and it was fine.
What I Loved
- The fabrics feel good on skin, even in summer heat.
- Colors look rich: Ink, Charcoal, Paprika. Not dull.
- The cuts skim the body. They don’t cling.
- Pockets that actually hold stuff.
- Easy to style for work-from-home or a quick lunch.
What Bugged Me (A little)
- Price sits mid to high. Tops around 70–100. Pants around 90–120.
- Some tops are very boxy. If you’re petite, you may feel swallowed. For a different brand that leans intentionally oversized, see my thoughts on Easel’s cozy cuts.
- The Flood Pant waistband relaxed by day’s end. Not falling down, just looser.
- Limited bold prints. Lots of solids or quiet patterns. That’s fine for me, but still.
Quality Check
Stitching was clean. No loose threads on arrival. After a month, no pilling on the slub cotton. The denim jacket held its color after two washes. Zipper on the Pucker Jacket is smooth, no snag. Hem lines stayed even. These details matter. I notice them because I sew a little on weekends. If you’re after something totally different—think Derby-day sharp—I also documented which men’s Derby clothes actually worked for my partner.
Sizing Tips From My Closet
- Between sizes on tops? Start true to size. The shape does the drape work.
- Between sizes on Flood Pants? Go down one.
- Shorter torso like me? Try cropped or high-hip jackets (the Pucker one works).
- Want bum coverage? The V-Neck Tunic nails it without bulk.
Shipping and Service
I ordered from a local boutique that carries Habitat and one piece from the brand’s site. Shipping took four days for me. The size exchange was easy by phone. The rep even measured the waist while I waited. That small thing built trust.
For readers shopping near northern France, you might scoop up Habitat pieces at a chic Lille stockist and then want to show off your new look on a fun evening out—Plan Cul Lille is a handy city-specific guide for meeting like-minded singles and mapping discreet date spots, so you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying your fresh outfit. Stateside readers cruising around Southern California with a new Habitat haul can tap into the hyper-local listings on Bedpage South Gate to discover last-minute events, date opportunities, and entertainment options that pair perfectly with those fresh threads.
For more perspectives on their customer care, there are plenty of independent ratings over on Trustpilot, which echo my smooth experience.
Who This Is For
- Teachers, creatives, busy moms, anyone who wants “pull on and go” outfits.
- Folks who run warm. The fabrics breathe.
- Travelers who hate ironing. The Pucker line is clutch for that.
If you’re intrigued by historical flair, my season of men’s Renaissance clothing experiments might spark ideas. And if you crave neon lights and flash over cotton slub, you’ll love the chaos of my nightclub-ready menswear test.
If you crave sharp, body-con fits or flashy prints, this may not thrill you. Habitat leans artsy, comfy, and calm.
My Keepers and My Return
Kept: Pocket Tee, Swing Top, Pucker Jacket, Denim Jacket, Flood Pant (in Small).
Returned: The White V-Neck Tunic. The white was a bit sheer for me. Nude tank fixed it, but I didn’t want layers in summer.
Final Take
Habitat Clothing feels like grown-up comfort with a little artsy wink. Not cheap, but it earns its space. I reach for the Pocket Tee and Flood Pant most mornings without thinking. That says a lot.
Would I buy again? Yes. Next on my list: another Cotton Slub Top in a fall color, maybe Moss. And maybe a second pair of Flood Pants, because I wear them that much.