Haven't really shopped at Hot Topic since high school however my brother loooooves their pants. I went in search of them for a xmas present and also looking for dressier tapered black pants that were not necessarily slacks. It took a while at first to get some attention but as soon as I did I was it was kindly and quick. Made my trip to Fashion Show during the craziest time of the year amazing! The only thing is that I wish I could give the kid that assisted me credit but I didn't see a name or was mentioned one.