Sweatpants were once only worn for athletic endeavors and only came in a small variety of sizes, styles and colors. Today, sweatpants are being seen almost everywhere, and more manufacturers have dressed up the style, cut and color combinations available on the marketplace. Individuals are loving the new athleisurewear options especially after the recent pandemic where many people were forced to work and spend most of their time at home.
When people think of sweatpants, they are thinking about a soft, casual style of pants usually made of a stretchy and breathable fabric like jersey knit, fleece or other related material. In the past, sweatpants were once mostly worn only by men when lounging around the home or when performing athletic endeavors. As women began to take part in more sports and exercise routines, a new market for sweatpants opened a world of new possibilities. Today, sweatpants are made by name-brand clothing manufacturers for both men and women along with smaller sizes for children.
One of the most important characteristics to look for when shopping for a good pair of sweatpants is the comfort factor. These casual pants should fit well or even a bit loosely on the body. There should not be anything that constricts or makes the pants uncomfortable when moving around. The sweatpants' material should spring back after stretching to ensure comfortable wear and choose wash-and-wear fabric for easier care.
Make sure that the elastic in the waistband is sewn down properly so that it does not roll. Many styles of sweatpants also have elastic around the bottoms at the ankles that should also be loose enough to avoid uncomfortable pinching. However, there are sweatpants that have straight, flared or bootcut leg bottoms without the need for elastic.
Many clothing manufacturers that make trendy sweatpants now offer customers a wide range of styles, material choices, color combinations and other related decorative options. It is common for famous athletes and celebrities to endorse these styles of clothing, and many brands have exclusive detailing like different colored stripes down the sides, various pocket options, gorgeous color combinations and even matching tops and jackets to create a coordinated outfit that looks polished enough to wear while running errands, going to the doctor or while shopping.
Before shopping for your desired sweatpants, determine whether you will be wearing these pants outdoors, indoors and in which season you will likely wear them. Choose a lighter fabric and colors that work for warmer weather months and select a heavier and/or fleece-lined style in darker colors suited for the colder winter months.
Take time to browse multiple brands of sweatpants to better make an informed decision and hopefully to find the best prices. Buying online, shopping during sales and purchasing your sweatpants off-season can save you money. Check sizing, stitching and cut to ensure that your new sweatpants will last and suit your purpose.