Daily Living: Mastering the Art of Perpetual Sweatpant Wear
Sweatpants, once relegated to the realm of home and gym, have now become a wardrobe staple and a symbol of athleisure. With their comfort, versatility, affordability, and low maintenance, they have found a place in the fashion world. Here's a guide on how to make sweatpants a daily wardrobe choice without compromising on style.
Choosing the Right Sweatpants
Personal Stylist Kate Breen, with 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, emphasises the importance of opting for tailored or slim-fit sweatpants or joggers in fine-quality cotton that won’t sag at the knees. Image Consultant Kalee Hewlett, with almost two decades of experience, suggests avoiding baggy styles and opting for sweatpants with narrower legs to create a neater silhouette.
Styling Sweatpants
Sweatpants can be paired with a variety of wardrobe pieces to elevate their look beyond loungewear. For a casual, edgy look, Kalee Hewlett suggests tucking sweatpants into biker boots and wearing a distressed T-shirt. Susan Kim, a Professional Stylist and the owner of Sum+Style Co. in Seattle, recommends making sweatpants look higher-end with a chambray button-down or by tucking your t-shirt in.
Pairing Sweatpants with Smarter Wardrobe Pieces
To avoid a sloppy or overly casual look, pair sweatpants with smart-casual pieces like a shirt, wool overcoat, denim jacket, or unstructured blazer. This will help elevate the look and make sweatpants suitable for casual outings or smart-casual environments.
Considering the Occasion
When it comes to wearing sweatpants daily, it's important to consider the occasion. While they might be appropriate for casual outings or smart-casual environments, they might not be suitable for professional settings or formal events.
Maintaining Your Sweatpants
To keep your sweatpants in good condition, wash them every 1-2 weeks if you're only wearing them at home and not exercising in them. If you wear them outside your home, sweat in them, or they start to smell bad, wash them sooner.
The Rise of Sweatpants in Fashion
Sweatpants were once considered a fashion no-no outside of home or gym, but are now a popular choice for celebrities and influencers. Sweatpants might not be appropriate for professional settings or formal events, but with the right styling and pairing, they can be a stylish choice for daily wear.
Elaine Heredia, a staff writer at a popular website, has been writing articles since 2020 and graduated with a B.A. in English from Texas Tech University in 2017. Kate Breen's mission is to help people use clothing and style as tools to thrive personally and professionally. Susan Kim, the owner of Sum+Style Co., has over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry.
In summary, daily sweatpants wear is now widely acceptable as long as you choose refined, well-fitted styles and pair them with smarter wardrobe pieces to avoid a sloppy or overly casual look. With the right styling, sweatpants can be a comfortable, versatile, and fashionable choice for your daily wardrobe.
- To ensure a stylish appearance when wearing sweatpants daily, it's advisable to opt for tailored or slim-fit versions in high-quality materials that won't sag at the knees, as suggested by Personal Stylist Kate Breen.
- For a more refined look, consider pairing your sweatpants with smart-casual pieces like a shirt, wool overcoat, denim jacket, or unstructured blazer, as recommended by Professional Stylist Susan Kim.
