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I’m a Sweatpant Snob\u2014Here Are My Favorite Pairs to Wear This Cozy Season<\/h1>\n

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By<\/span>Morgan Sullivan<\/span><\/span>As a self-proclaimed sweatpant snob, Morgan tried sweatpants from the most popular brands to see which ones live up to hype.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Don\u2019t let your gym class uniform fool you into thinking sweatpants aren\u2019t a laid-back closet necessity\u2014or that they can\u2019t be entirely<\/em> chic. The once-seen-as-indoor pant only has come a long way since the drawstring days. Now, they\u2019re seen just as functional as they are fashionable.\n<\/p>\n

    Contemporary brands like Alo Yoga have proven that the right pair can take you from the couch to the coffee shop, or from a tonal sweater to sleek bodysuit. So, whether it\u2019s in the form of a fleece-lined jogger or a sporty-inspired sweat, we\u2019ve tested<\/u> countless pairs to find the best in fabric, fit, quality, and longevity, making sure that even your most relaxed fits can still feel refined. No matter if you\u2019re looking for something to catch flights or catch compliments in a new matching set, we\u2019ve got the recommendations for your next comfy, cozy purchase.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

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    Skims Cotton Fleece Classic Straight Leg Pant at Bloomingdales<\/span>$88<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Old Navy High-Waisted SoComfy Jogger Sweatpants at Old Navy<\/span>$37<\/s>$19<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Alo Yoga Accolade Sweatpant at Aloyoga.com<\/span>$138<\/span><\/div>\n

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    SET Active Midweight Sweatpants at Setactive.co<\/span>$90<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Women’s Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Sweatpants at Nike.com<\/span>$60<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Tallemon Women’s Baggy Sweatpants at Amazon<\/span>$30<\/s>$17<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Quince Wide Leg Pant at Quince.com<\/span>$45<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Spanx AirEssentials Wide-leg Pants at Amazon<\/span>$118<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Best Flare:<\/div>\n

    Out From Under Lived In Flare Sweatpant at Urban Outfitters<\/span>$49<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Cozy Earth Stretch Knit Bamboo Pant at Cozy Earth<\/span>$74<\/span><\/div>\n

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    Skims Cotton Fleece Classic Straight Leg Pant<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $50 at Saks Fifth Avenue<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>70% Cotton,30% polyester | Size Range: <\/strong>XXS-4X | Colors: <\/strong>5\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

    If the \u201cbest overall\u201d could also <\/em>be recognized as \u201csoftest, most you-need-to-touch-this\u201d fabric in a sweatpant, Skims would earn that title as well. That\u2019s because these plush, cloud-like fleece pants are incredibly cozy, while still feeling exceptionally expensive, thanks to the subtle embossed logo on the hip. The knitted elastic waistband, the straight-leg silhouette, that baggy all-day fit\u2014perfection! I\u2019m obsessed with how these don\u2019t ride up throughout the day. I even like how they can be rolled down for a more relaxed look.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

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    Old Navy High-Waisted SoComfy Jogger Sweatpants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $19 at Old Navy<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>90% Cotton, 10% recycled polyester | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XXL, tall and petite | Colors: <\/strong>12\n<\/p>\n

    Made from a cotton blend, these Old Navy sweats have a real old-school vibe, but feature all the modern elements we love about pants, including a high-waist fit that sits a little above the belly button and a relaxed silhouette throughout the hips and thighs. Fashion blogger Hunter Kailey, loves the length of these and says they pair perfectly with a matching sweatshirt. And I agree: I was so<\/em> impressed to see that these came in petite and tall sizes.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Alo Yoga Accolade Sweatpant<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $138 at Aloyoga.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>65% Cotton, 35% polyester | Size Range: <\/strong>XXS-2XL | Colors: <\/strong>20\n<\/p>\n

    After taking a trip this year, I noticed that my fashion envy started inside<\/em> the airport, even before the flight took off. That\u2019s because a girl was wearing these straight-leg sweats from Alo, paired with the matching hoodie from the TSA line. I said to myself, \u201cThat\u2019s it, I need that matching set.\u201d Naturally, I snagged the limited-edition blue (they rotate shades often, but the core neutrals are always there), and I can\u2019t get over how put-together it looks\u2014even though it\u2019s technically loungewear. Alo\u2019s sweats are designed with an oversized fit and a longer inseam, but I stuck with my usual size, and they fit perfectly. Even on my shorter frame, they didn\u2019t swallow me. Instead, they felt cozy, while remaining flattering.\n<\/p>\n

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    SET Active Midweight Sweatpants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $90 at Setactive.co<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>100% Cotton | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XL| Colors: <\/strong>9\n<\/p>\n

    Sometimes you put on a set and check the fabric tag and go, Oh. That\u2019s why it feels so soft.<\/em> And that\u2019s exactly what happened to me when I put on these 100% cotton sweats from the cult-favorite athletic brand, Set Active. The material is soft and luxurious, and for my first time trying the brand, I was impressed with the feel. I loved how weighty these felt on the body, giving a drapey look that doesn\u2019t cling or lose shape after a few wears. The heavier fabric gives them structure and that elevated touch that makes sweats look styled, not sloppy, despite being baggy. I still felt put-together lounging at home\u2014especially with the matching sweatshirt stamped with the brand\u2019s minimalist namesake logo across the front.\n<\/p>\n

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    Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Women’s Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Sweatpants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $45 at Macy’s<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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    $45 at Finishline.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>80% Cotton, 20% polyester | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XXL, 0X-4X | Colors: <\/strong>9\n<\/p>\n

    It would be remiss not to mention the monolith that is Nike when it comes to a sweatpant roundup. And I\u2019ll admit it: With so many new brands to try, I\u2019ve been ignoring the original sweatpants that got me through my youth. But once I slipped into these, I remembered why the label\u2019s name is considered synonymous with the word \u201csweatpants\u201d itself (\u201cI\u2019m just wearing Nikes!\u201d). This collegiate style is cozy and roomy, thanks to its wide-leg and extra length, making it a great lounging style. But it could also be styled as a streetwear moment for the same reason.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Tallemon Women’s Baggy Sweatpants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $17 at Amazon<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>46% Cotton, 50% polyester, 4% elastane | Size Range: <\/strong>S-XXL | Colors: <\/strong>4\n<\/p>\n

    Comfy track pants are trending everywhere, so naturally, I had to give in. And after being an (admitted) skeptic about the style, I tried these and understood the hype. They\u2019re an excuse to wear sweatpants without showcasing to the world that, hey, you\u2019re wearing sweatpants. Instead, they feel like a step-up from loungewear, all without trying too hard. Plus, these were under $20, much more affordable than the $200 pair I\u2019d been eyeing, which featured the same mid-rise style with an elastic waist, cinched cuffs, and a side stripe detail.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

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    Quince Wide Leg Pant<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $45 at Quince.com<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>68% Lenzing Modal, 27% recycled polyester, 5% spandex | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XL | Colors: <\/strong>3\n<\/p>\n

    These are the kind of sweats that make you realize there\u2019s a real hierarchy in the world of loungewear. The slimmer fit feels polished enough to wear out of the house, but still has that want-to-lounge feeling. I love pairing these with the matching SuperSoft Fleece Mock Neck Pullover\u2014an aptly named hoodie in the same shade\u2014and styling this with a scarf if I\u2019m leaving the house or fuzzy socks if I\u2019m not. The fleece is ridiculously soft, the waistband adjusts for that just-right feel, and the fabric\u2019s made with eco-friendly dyes and recycled materials (so you can feel good while you look good). I also love the wide hem and roomy front pocket\u2014they add a little \u201cI tried\u201d vibe that other lazy-day styles sometimes miss.\n<\/p>\n

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    Spanx AirEssentials Wide-leg Pants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $118 at Amazon<\/span><\/span>$118 at Nordstrom<\/span><\/span>$118 at Bloomingdales<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>47% Tencel\u2122 Modal, 46% polyester, 7% elastane | Size Range:<\/strong> XS-3XL, petite and tall | Colors: <\/strong>6\n<\/p>\n

    And for another envy-worthy set to sport around the airport gates, enter the Spanx AirEssentials wide-leg pant. A relaxed fit adds a leg-lengthening effect, even for those who are on the shorter side (like me). Plus, the contoured back of the pants\u2014ahem, there\u2019s no more straightforward way to say this\u2014makes your butt look great. But aside from how they look, they feel great, too. The fabric is light-as-air, while still being temperature-regulating, which is ideal for traveling. I like to say that the best thing you can pair this set with is a suitcase: it\u2019s comfy enough to wear en route to your destination, yet doesn\u2019t feel like an outfit you need to change out of the moment you land.\n<\/p>\n

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    $49 at Urban Outfitters<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials: <\/strong>99% Cotton, 1% spandex | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XL | Colors: <\/strong>12\n<\/p>\n

    Live out your \u201800s dreams in this pair of low-rise pants from Urban Outfitters. We\u2019re obsessed with how these feel reminiscent of Y2K without feeling too costumey. They have a slouchy fit with a wide flare that\u2019s meant to bunch a little at the ankles (they\u2019re the perfect match for Ugg shoes or slippers). The low-rise and drawstring waist offers comfort and a sliver of skin. Made from 99% cotton, they are extremely breathable.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Cozy Earth Stretch Knit Bamboo Pant<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    $74 at Cozy Earth<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Materials:<\/strong> 95% Premium viscose from bamboo, 5% spandex | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XXXL | Colors:<\/strong> 8\n<\/p>\n

    And for the best sweatpants that could also<\/em> double as a real pair of pants, may we introduce Cozy Earth\u2019s bamboo lounge bottoms? There is such a supple feel to these, so much so that when I\u2019m wearing them, I beg people to feel the fabric. Because it\u2019s so silky and breathable, it’s to be expected\u2014 but plush to a point that makes them feel like butter. These are a solid purchase if you run hot (hand up!) and want a thinner style sweatpant among your thicker fleece lineup, that can still be worn well into the winter months.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Athleta Forever Fleece Wide Leg<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    Materials: <\/strong>75%Cotton, 19% polyester, 6% spandex | Size Range:<\/strong> XXS-3X, petite and tall | Colors: <\/strong>10\n<\/p>\n

    Most of my sweatpants get donated or tossed when I realize they\u2019re starting to fray at the bottom. If you know the struggle of being on the shorter side and watching your sweatpants drag and collect dust at the hem (gross, but real!), know that these will not<\/em> be a concern. When these arrived, I put them on my waistline and automatically sighed in relief: Finally, a pair of pants that will fit my body. I also love how soft these feel, as they\u2019re made of a stretch fleece that has a soft, brushed interior. Plus, they\u2019ve withstood the dreaded dryer test\u2014aka, they kept up that feeling with multiple washes, which is huge, considering how much I want to keep throwing them on.\n<\/p>\n

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    ATHMILE Baggy Lounge Pants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    Materials:<\/strong> 63% Polyester, 37% cotton | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XXL | Colors: <\/strong>18\n<\/p>\n

    After seeing all the online debate about early Gen Z vs. millennial gym style, I realized my own workout wardrobe could use an upgrade. And so I found these joggers that have the ideal relaxed, baggy fit. They feature an elastic waistband\u2014with enough room to sneak spandex shorts underneath\u2014and cuffed ankles, so you can pair with a gym shoe, like a New Balance sneak.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Elwood Straight Leg Sweatpants<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    Materials: <\/strong>100% Organic cotton | Size Range: <\/strong>XS-XXL | Colors:<\/strong> 15\n<\/p>\n

    Cargo pant-style sweats are on the rise, but if you\u2019re not feeling absolutely committed to the deep side pockets, this proportionally oversized sweatpant is a solid in-between. Hannah Baker, a Los Angeles-based writer, calls this pair the \u201cvintage-inspired sweatpant of her dreams.\u201d And that\u2019s because these 100% organic cotton pants deliver on the old-school vibe, whether in an olive or baby blue colorway. A standard fit, brushed terry material, and a garment-washed, made-to-fade finish are all proof that the classic sweat is back.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    • Material: <\/strong>\u201cI think the classic\u2014and everyone\u2019s go-to\u2014is cotton, and for good reason,\u201d stylist Nina Lato<\/u> tells Byrdie. \u201cIt\u2019s soft on the skin, breathable, and perfect for lounging or everyday wear. Cotton allows airflow, which keeps you comfortable all day long.\u201d However, if you\u2019re looking for something other than your standard cotton, fleece (for chilly weather), French terry (for when you want the inside to be lightweight and breathable), and elastance blends (for when you want stretch and recovery), are all stylist-approved options.<\/li>\n
    • Silhouette:<\/strong> Doesn\u2019t it feel like sweatpants are coming in more shapes than ever? That\u2019s why we tried to test and add an array to this list\u2014because not everyone will have the same preference for a classic, oversized fit. Cuffed styles will taper at the ankle for a jogger look, which is ideal if you have a new sneaker you\u2019d like to show off or just want something that feels more tailored. Wide-leg is more relaxed, but has a drapey edge that feels effortless, while flared versions, like our UO pick, give a subtle nod to the silhouette that was popularized in the 00s by jetting out right at the ankle.<\/li>\n
    • Fit:<\/strong> The best sweatpants should feel relaxed without looking\u2014well\u2014 sloppy<\/em>. They should sit comfortably at your waist (or hips, depending on the rise) and skim the body without clinging too tightly. The inseam should hit right at the top of your shoe or just below the ankle for a clean, polished line. If they bunch up too much or drag on the ground, they\u2019re likely too long, so opt for a petite version, like from Spanx or Skims.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      How We Tested Sweatpants <\/span><\/h2>\n

      To find the best sweatpants, I wore dozens of pairs over several weeks\u2014at home, to workouts, on errands, and even while traveling. I evaluated each style for comfort, softness, fit, and how well it held up after multiple washes. I paid close attention to fabric quality and construction (….because no one wants saggy knees or stretched-out waistbands).\n<\/p>\n

      I also tested how versatile each pair felt when styled outside the house, whether they worked with day-to-day basics like sneakers and an oversized jacket or could pass for \u201celevated loungewear\u201d when paired with a new, crisp tee. The sweatpants on this list made the highest marks for feel, shape retention, and overall wearability.\n<\/p>\n

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        Sweatsuits have evolved past simply being worn for athletic wear. While sneakers and a crossbody bag may seem like the obvious option, pairing sweats with non-athletic pieces is the way to make a sweatsuit your chic go-to pairing, says stylist Sharonda Irving<\/u>. \u201cTry a preppy look by base layering a collared shirt (such as your favorite white button-up) under the top and letting the hem and cuffs peek out, chunky socks, and loafers for a prep school off-site vibe,\u201d she tells Byrdie. She even mentions \u201cglamming up\u201d a sweat with something unexpected, like a clutch or heels.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n

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        As far as care, if you have a great fabric, you can throw your cotton-blend sweats in the washer and dryer. (\u201cIf they aren\u2019t machine washable, aren\u2019t we losing the plot?\u201d says Irving.) Washing your sweats in cold water will help retain the color. To prevent shrinkage, avoid drying the sweats on high heat.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

        Meet Our Experts <\/span><\/h2>\n

        To find and recommend the best sweatpants, we consulted the following experts:\n<\/p>\n

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        • Nina Lato is a stylist and celebrity business strategist.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
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