Want a downtime wardrobe solution? A luxe tracksuit is the answer
Don't dismiss the tracksuit when you're looking for something comfortable to wear on WFH days. The late Karl Lagerfeld might have believed sweatpants to be a sign of defeat, but there’s something about a matching top and bottoms – like lingerie, tailoring and pyjamas – that looks pulled-together, even if it's not.
Fashion has witnessed the rise and rise of athleisure in the past decade, but right now it’s the tracksuit enjoying the spotlight. After years of slick, skintight silhouettes, futuristic fabrics and cycling shorts dominating, sportswear is going back to its roots. Cast your mind back to retro track and field kits, and you’ll get the gist: generous fits, heavy-duty jersey and loop-back cotton, tri-colour stripes and heather-grey hues.
This tracksuit, in its most classic form, is what the fashion set are turning to right now. But, while it’s a given that it's ideal for lounging around in at home, trust us when we say you'll want to wear yours outside of the house too. Just look to the style influencer set for inspiration – like Gilda Ambrosio, who elevates hers with a dusting of diamond jewellery. Or Thor Valdimars, who once styled hers with Bottega shoes and a bucket hat. Jeanette Madsen favours pairing a tracksuit with tailored coats and combat boots, while Pernille Teisbaek likes to layer a blazer over hers.
If you’re suitably intrigued, keep scrolling, because we’ve rounded up an edit of luxe tracksuits you need to treat yourself to now more than ever.
Founded in 2015, Sporty & Rich’s logo-adorned tracksuits are loved by the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Hailey Bieber. This merlot set takes inspiration from classic track attire and perfectly exemplifies the brand’s vintage aesthetic.
Tracksuit jacket, £205, and track pants, £175, selfridges.com
Gucci
Luxe tracksuits have been a Gucci signature ever since then-creative director Alessandro Michele first reintroduced streetwear elements to the house codes back in 2015. We particularly love the ribbing detail on this set alongside the brand's signature red and green stripes. An investment purchase, the cardigan would also look good paired with tailored trousers or jeans.
Cardigan, £1,650, and track pants, £1,300, net-a-porter.com
adidas Originals by Wales Bonner
Go all out sporty in this new season adidas Originals by Wales Bonner tracksuit. Inspired by long-distance runners' uniforms, it's made from recycled tech-jersey and has a retro palette of royal blue, '70s orange and beige.
Tracksuit jacket, £230, and trousers, £220, net-a-porter.com
The Upside
The rich chocolate hue of this velvet tracksuit from The Upside is the perfect pick for autumn. Featuring a flared leg and cream stripes down the side, it's a low-key style perfect for running errands in or for lazy weekends at home.
Tracksuit jacket, £170, and trousers, £170, mytheresa.com
Burberry
This Burberry tracksuit features a playful embroidery duck from the house's archive as well as contrast stripe detailing. Crafted from a double-faced jersey, it has a comfortable but flattering fit with an elasticated waistband, adjustable splits and cuffed sleeves.
Tracksuit jacket, £790, and trousers, £790, net-a-porter.com
Varley
A favourite among the fashion set, Varley’s gloriously soft tracksuits are chic enough to be worn in or out of the house. With its pared-back design, this is the perfect set for minimalists.
Sweatshirt, £134, and sweatpants, £102, net-a-porter.com
Loewe
Departing from its usual abstract aesthetic, Loewe has been leaning into athleisurewear in recent years; first came the sell-out logo tank top and now a collection of Nineties-inspired tracksuits. This set is generously cut for an oversized fit with straight-leg trousers and a boxy jacket, so it's both comfortable and cool.
Tracksuit jacket, £875, and trousers, £625, mytheresa.com
ME+EM
Want to rep the tracksuit style but want something on the smarter side? Enter ME+EM's jet black set. A co-ord that will instantly make you look put together, this will go seamlessly from your home desk to your office and out to drinks.
Top, £125, and trousers, £135, meandem.com
Adanola
Adanola might just have taken the top spot when it comes to the most-loved athleisure brands – the UK-based label reported YoY growth of 311 per cent last year. Its logo-stamped sweats, beloved for their heavy-duty jersey and voluminous, Nineties-inspired shapes, have fast become Instagram catnip. They're also a celebrity favourite: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Kaia Gerber and Stephanie Shepherd are big fans.
Sweatshirt, £55, and joggers, £53, adanola.com
adidas
It's hard to think of a more classic tracksuit than adidas and this heritage design is one that will never go out of fashion. From the funnel zip jacket to the embroidered logo and three strips - it's quintessential sportswear.
Tracksuit jacket, £70, and trousers, £60, adidas.co.uk
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