Types of sweatpants

Sports pants or "sweatpants", as they are also called, are the most comfortable clothes. They are a must-have for healthy lifestyle adherents and just lovers of comfortable things. If earlier they were used exclusively for sports, today they are also worn to relax and feel comfortable. The most popular cut of sports trousers is still the classic straight one. Wide models hide figure flaws best of all. And trousers with cuffs are considered the embodiment of impeccable style and amazing comfort.

Over the past five years, sports pants have become less sporty. At the same time, stylists suggest combining even exclusively sporty models with everyday items. The "sport chic" style has come into fashion. In fact, there has been a mixture of sporty and casual styles. Sports pants are loved for their simplicity. They go well with most wardrobe items. And you can even come up with stylish looks with them purely intuitively, and in absolutely any price range. You just need to pay attention to the style, color and decorative elements. And, of course, it all depends on where you are going.

What types of sweatpants are there?

Sweatpants have firmly taken their place in women's and men's wardrobes as comfortable and practical clothing for everyday life, training and active recreation. The color and model range is so rich that choosing a product to your taste is not a problem. To do this, you need to know what types of sweatpants there are and decide which ones will suit you. In this publication, we will look at the following models:

• flared,
• bananas,
• tights,
• with cuffs,
• with stripes,
• tapered,
• wide,
• straight,
• joggers,
• breeches,
• with elastic.

Some sweatpants are designed only for sports. Others are appropriate for walks, shopping, club parties and other informal events. Each model has its own features, which we will highlight in a separate list.

Flared sports pants

More than 100 years ago they were just a sailor's uniform, but today flared trousers are in demand as comfortable casual and sportswear. At first glance, it may seem that flared trousers have nothing to do with sports, but fashion says otherwise.

Feature of pants:

• Suitable for any type of figure.
• Create a balance between the top and the bottom.
• Great solution to the problem of full hips.
• The length can reach the floor or the ankles.
• The silhouette can flare out from the waist, hips or knees.
• They are sewn from any materials, suitable for any season.

Flared sports pants do not restrict movement, lengthen the legs well and are very comfortable. You can wear them for any occasion: at home, walking, jogging, active recreation in nature, going to the gym. They are perfect for urban outfits in a sporty style. The flared style distracts attention from problem areas, so for many women it is a win-win option. For fashionistas with curvy hips - flared trousers from the hip. For slim ones - flared trousers from the knee. And the model with expansion from the waist is the most universal. You won't have to put together your look for a long time before leaving the house - the trousers go well with any kind of T-shirts and vests, go well with shirts, any sports and beach shoes.

Banana sweatpants

The style of such trousers attracts with its unusual design. Their appearance resembles the well-known tropical fruit - hence the name. Banana sweatpants are able to hide some figure flaws. They are relevant for men and women of any age. At the same time, men's "bananas" are significantly different from women's - they do not have as much freedom in the hip area.

Feature of the pants:

• The top is very loose, rounded.
• The bottom is rapidly tapered, but not tight around the calves.
• The fit is classic or high, less often low.
• The waist is made on an elastic band or on a wide elastic band with ties.
• The length is to the heels or to the middle of the calf. The bottom of the latter is almost always complemented by cuffs or elastic, less often by buttons.

"Bananas" look perfect only on tall and thin or slightly plump figures with the right proportions. They noticeably enlarge the hip area and shorten the legs a little. Therefore, they will not suit those with already curvy figures or short legs. The style features such that "bananas" do not necessarily hold their shape. Therefore, they are sewn from thin and soft fabrics on a natural, mixed or synthetic basis.

Sports pants tights

Tights are a type of compression pants for sports. They are designed for active training and sports competitions, both outdoors and indoors. Key functions are muscle support and evaporation of excess moisture. Additional functions are ventilation and insulation.

Feature of the pants:

• Compression and ventilation zones.
• High elasticity provides complete freedom of movement of any amplitude.
• There are men's and women's models above the knee, to the middle of the calves or ankles.
• Compression pants breathe well, do not absorb moisture, but quickly remove it to the outside.
• They keep the muscles warm and cool the body in the active phase due to the rapid removal and evaporation of sweat.

Tights help healthy blood vessels withstand heavy loads, and deformed ones - to function correctly, without any negative consequences for health. Good blood supply to actively working muscles reduces the amount of lactic acid, which, in turn, reduces muscle burning and increases their performance. For this reason, tights are not used as everyday wear, but only for training.

Sports pants with cuffs

Under this name you will find several types of sports pants and sports-style products, such as: cargo, joggers. The undoubted advantage of the pants is the comfort and conciseness of the cut. Cuffed pants easily complement sporty looks and casual looks. Such items can be easily combined with many wardrobe items and provide amazing comfort during training and while walking around the city.

Feature of the pants:

• Wide or narrow cuffs at the bottom of the product.
• Unusual color scheme or original decor.
• Products are available in low, medium and high rise.
• The style can be tapered, fitted or loose.

The cuffs fit the leg well, preventing the legs from flapping limply with each step. This style is convenient for sports, outdoor activities, walks and other everyday activities. When choosing pants, you should consider the type of fabric, paying attention to the season of the clothes.

Sports pants with stripes

Sports pants with stripes visually slim your legs and lengthen your height, especially when paired with high heels. They have been fashionable for several seasons in a row and there are no signs that they will quickly leave the trends. Designers do not skimp on textures, fabrics and colors.

Feature of the pants:

• Vertical stripes on the sides.
• Stripes can be the same color as the pants or contrasting.
• The style can be straight, tapered or form-fitting.
• The bottom - on cuffs, elastic or straight.
• The trousers come in different lengths, are made from different fabrics, and the stripes themselves can be of different widths.

Sweatpants with stripes in a straight cut are the most universal: they will suit any type of figure. Wide and ultra-long (floor-length models) are perfect for short girls, and tight narrow ones are for slender fashionistas. A big advantage of sweatpants with stripes is that they look great on any figure. Long, short, wide, narrow, urban and sport-chic - there are a huge number of options! Comfortable and attractive - they easily become the basis of everyday clothing.

Tapered sweatpants

There are two types. The first ones are loose at the hips and tapered towards the ankles. The second ones are completely tight. You can walk around the city or park, run or do yoga in tapered pants. You can create an unforgettable interesting look for a party based on them. However, you should be careful when combining them with other clothes - it is very easy to cross the line where the image will testify not so much to your good taste, but to its absence.

Feature of the pants:

• Tapered at the bottom.
• They come in standard length and shortened.
• Made of wool, cotton, knitwear, of varying density.
• A wide, thick belt, side pockets, and decorative zippers are included.
• Neatly fitting and carefully selected in size, these pants are suitable for both girls and boys.

Pair tapered sports pants with sports-style clothing such as: hoodies, tops, T-shirts, tank tops, windbreakers. In the absence of pronounced sports features, they can be worn with blazers, shirts, jackets and tunics. The look can be completed with sports shoes, boots, sandals or moccasins with flat soles, as well as high-heeled shoes.

Wide leg sweatpants

These trousers are designed for active pastime. Very comfortable for overweight people and pregnant women. And they are also a great option for fashionistas and fashionistas with a slender constitution who want to add volume to their figure. Summer, demi-season and winter models are available.

Feature of the pants:

• The length is standard or slightly shortened.
• From the hip to the very bottom, the width of the leg is the same.
• The bottom can be straight, with cuffs or elastic.
• The waistband is elasticated, with or without a drawstring.
• The trousers are made of wool, cotton and knitwear of varying density based on synthetic or natural threads.
• The products are complemented by side slit pockets.
• The style does not restrict movement at all and allows you to wear an additional insulating layer of thermal underwear in winter.

Straight sweatpants

Unlike wide sweatpants, straight ones are best suited for fitness and many physical exercises. This is a classic sports style. Very convenient and comfortable to use. Suitable for men and women of any age and body type. However, not everyone is drawn to this style.

Feature of the pants:

• Standard length.
• Straight cut from the hip to the very bottom.
• The cut does not restrict freedom of movement.
• Made from wool, cotton and knitwear of varying density.
• The bottom is straight, and the waistband is on a knitted cuff or elastic with or without drawstrings.
• The items are complemented by side slit or patch pockets. The back ones are usually slit or with flaps.

Straight sweatpants go perfectly with any sports shoes, regular tank tops and bandeau tank tops, any T-shirts, long sleeves, hoodies, tracksuits, windbreakers, vests. The only significant differences between women's and men's straight-cut sweatpants are the color and additional elements such as pockets and the texture of the waistband.

Joggers

Jogger pants are quite roomy, but not wide, do not cling to the figure and create absolute comfort. Borrowed from the sports style (jogger - jogging). Popular among the younger generation. They are made of knitted or suit fabric, and can even be combined with leather inserts. Summer versions of joggers made of light, thin cotton fabric are suitable for hot weather, but for more formal occasions, you can choose joggers made of silk and other noble materials.

Feature of the pants:

• Loose style.
• Length just above the ankle.
• The bottom is made on knitted cuffs.
• As a rule, low rise and no clear belt - these are trousers on a drawstring.
• The products are complemented by patch front, side and back pockets.

Joggers are not a model for all occasions. They are "allowed" to leave the gym, but the maximum formality they can pull off is smart casual. They can be worn to a friendly party, a date, a walk, but nothing more. Moreover, fashion is stricter for men, but still makes some concessions to women.

Sports breeches

They are loved by fashionistas, athletes, hipsters, dancers and riders. The style can discreetly hide or advantageously emphasize figure flaws. Ideal for those whose legs are not large enough in the thigh area, and absolutely not suitable for overweight people. They are presented in both men's and women's wardrobes, mainly in a monochromatic palette.

Feature of pants:

• The length is just above the ankle.
• They have a voluminous shape in the hip area, and then gradually taper downwards, tightly fitting not the shin, but the knee.
• The bottom is on a knitted cuff, and the waist is on drawstrings.
• Available in knitwear, cotton, denim, suede.
• They are offered in a variety of lengths - from traditionally long to shortened.
• A mandatory fashionable and practical detail of breeches is pockets: internal, patch, secret. And the more of them, the better.

These trousers go with almost everything: tops, vests, T-shirts, shirts, turtlenecks, fitted blouses, quilted and fur vests. The main condition is that the length of the top should end where the waistband of the trousers begins. In addition, the outerwear should not be too voluminous.

Sports pants with elastic

Suitable for sports, walking and everyday wear. The loose cut does not restrict movement and hides the flaws of the legs. The elastic band fits tightly around the leg, preventing the pants from moving during any activity. And if there is a need to roll up the pants, you will not need to fold them up, the elastic band will hold them perfectly.

Feature of the pants:

• Do not restrict freedom of movement.
• They can be ankle length or slightly below the knee.
• The classic model has an elastic band at the ankle.
• There are lighter cotton models and insulated winter models.
• Sometimes accompanied by decorative inscriptions, pockets with zippers, a cord on the belt.