The rules around how to style track pants are changing—and for the better. Loose, retro athleisure is back in vogue, and the relaxed bottoms have reemerged to take the place of leggings in our active and off-duty wardrobes. Whether they feature three stripes down the legs or they look more like satin pants, the nostalgic staples deserve a spot in your warm-weather closet.
Track pants have proven to be a flowier (and, dare we say, more stylish) alternative to sweatpants and biker shorts when you need to stay cool and look good. While they’re still great for lounging at home, there are countless ways to elevate them for any occasion; we see them every season at Fashion Week. You can wear them to the gym, the office, date night, vacation—wherever you’re heading. Keep reading for our best tips on how to style track pants this summer.
What to wear with tack pants, at a glance
With a blazer and loafers for the office
We’re firm believers that track pants are a comfy, stylish replacement for work trousers—just as long as you master the art of styling them. Dress around the sporty bottoms with a tailored blazer and a crisp T-shirt (or even a crisp button-down) for a borrowed-from-the-boys look. Complete your business-casual ensemble with a pair of loafers your boss will cosign.
Styling tip: Keep your pair’s colors to a business-appropriate palette of blacks, whites, and other neutrals—it’s much easier to style this way.
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