These shorts have yet to be tried on by my grandson YET, they have a waistband that is adjustable (that interior elastic loop with buttons) so Ihave no worries, proper exterior pockets -- front, back and buttoned -- and the material is luxe. Belt loops? Check! Tiny pocket watch loop? Check! Feels soft yet looks "professional"? Check! Gymboree, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN IN MY LIFE?!