How To Style Sweatpants Into The Spring

Some garments transcend the traditional seasonal guidelines. We aren’t wearing puffer jackets during summer and bermuda shorts in the dead of winter are we? No, we’re not! But what about garments such as the slip dress? Surely you would agree that’s a classic we can wear during the fall and the spring, no? Of course we can! We can actually do as we please. That's why I’m making the case, the stand, no - the decision that sweatpants can be worn year round.

I’m not just talking about your Fruit of the Loom or Hanes men’s sweatpants. I’m talking about your joggers, your cropped sweatpants, your drawstring, your elastic waist and even the pocketed sweatpants. Bet you didn’t know there was even such a variety of sweatpants, but there is. Is the word “sweatpants” starting to sound weird now? The point is, sweatpants used to represent notions of defeat or laziness when in the world of fashion they have become a heavy hitter and even a coveted item that any wardrobe wouldn’t be complete without. Today, I want to share with you my favorite sweatpants and how to style them for this spring.

First off, these sweats I’ve just discovered and I was surprised how much I fell in love with them. Since these pants are black I would opt for a crisp white tee, white trainers and the zip-up sweatshirt. It’s a quick, chic street style look that is anything but defeated or lazy.

Looking for a look more elevated? Let’s see how we can turn these Topshop Harley Classic Joggers into a more refined and chic item. For these joggers I would add a white button down shirt, black blazer of your favorite fit and then opt for a black platform combat boot. Instantly your look is taken from lacking to remarkable.

I save the best for last. An easy and effortless take for the ultimate “cool girl” style couldn’t be more simple than this last styling pair. Right now I’m really into the retro vibe and pairing hi-low garments with one another so that’s why this pair of Good American Boyfriend Sweatpants is so fabulous for this final look. I simply pair these joggers with a sleek bodysuit and throw on my favorite trench coat and sleek square toe heels. Instantly, I have a look that is top-drawer and first class.

There you have it. It’s only three looks out of dozens and dozens of possibilities but they are three solid, tried and trusted looks that I can’t wait to wear on those summer nights where it’s too warm for a jacket but just cool enough for a pair of chic joggers, and perhaps a blazer ;). What are your go-to sweatpant looks?