How To Elevate The Ubiquitous Adidas Tracksuit
On the merry-go-round of fashion trends, where everything gauche is now “chic”, and everything chic is now gauche, we’ve another victim: the Adidas Originals tracksuit. Previously regarded as chav attire, the Adidas tracksuit has received an image overhaul, as demand on Stylight has increased by 208%. In short, it seems like many it-girls have chosen the (previously) humble tracksuit as SS24’s casual pants of choice.
The Adidas tracksuit is now high-end. And we’re just as surprised as you. This is how you elevate the classic sports set.
Choosing “formal” footwear is a great way to create some high/low tension in your outfit while also making your track pants a bit more serious—and, dare we say, even office-ready. A pair of old-money-inspired ballet flats—they don’t have to be Chanel, but if you got ‘em flaunt ‘em!—and a slim-fit shirt transform your tracksuit in a smart outfit while maintaining their ironic appeal.
Kenneth Cole
Button Front Shirt Green
$39.99
Rue La La
Sanctuary
V-Neck Buttondown Top Black
$69.00
Anthropologie
Nic+Zoe
Portofino Long Sleeve Shirt Blue
$58.99
Rue La La
-64%
Pilcro
The Hadley Velvet Relaxed Buttondown Shirt by Pilcro Blue
$49.95
$138.00
Anthropologie
-25%
Camper
Right Nina mesh ballerina shoes - women - Leather - 37 - White
$120.00
$160.00
FARFETCH
Cole Haan
Womens Jaya Travel Ballet Flats - Brown Size 10.5
$160.00
Cole Haan
Sarto
Telica Slingback Flats Gold
$120.00
Anthropologie
Track shorts are a great choice for when the weather gets warmer, and they’re just as easy to zhuzh up: a short-sleeved shirt, whether cotton, linen, or even lace adds a much-needed touch of refinement. Elevated footwear such as ballet flats or Mary Janes is a must.
Cloth & Stone
Short-Sleeve Buttondown Shirt Blue
$98.00
Anthropologie
-30%
A Gold E
Tomine Buttondown Shirt Blue
$228.00
Anthropologie
Here’s this season’s perfect going-out outfit: an oversized shirt, your trusty Adidas tracksuit, and pointed-toe heels. Bonus points for a classy shoulder bag or clutch, and if your heels have a tie-ankle strap that you can tie around the bottom of your pants.
-35%
Pilcro
Oversized Denim Buttondown Shirt Blue
$89.95
$138.00
Anthropologie
Haight
Oversized Shirt Pink
$153.99
Rue La La
DL1961
Faye Aura Oversized Shirt Top Pink
$239.00
Anthropologie
3.1 Phillip Lim
Oversized Shirt White
$107.99
Rue La La
-5%
Calvin Klein
90mm pointed-toe leather pumps - women - Leather - 37 - Black
$265.00
$279.00
FARFETCH
-30%
Giaborghini
105mm pointed-toe pumps - women - Suede - 38 - Black
$469.00
$668.00
FARFETCH
-27%
Lola Cruz
Pointed-Toe Lace Bow Heels White
$129.95
$178.00
Anthropologie
-14%
Gia Borghini
Giaborghini X Pernille Perni Sandals Gray
$421.00
$489.00
LUX LAIR
An oversized blazer can do wonders at downplaying the casualness of your track pants even when wearing sneakers. The result is a chill-yet-chic outfit that is not only perfect for a Saturday afternoon stroll, but also offers endless layering possibilities.
-25%
Erika Cavallini Semi Couture
oversized single-breasted blazer - women - Silk/Cotton - M - Black
$548.00
$733.00
FARFETCH
When styling sportswear, adding feminine and “frilly” elements is the perfect way to create irony and tension. For example, a bow-applique blouse will look great with a pair of track pants, no matter what shoes you’re wearing—loafers, slim sneakers, but even ballet flats or Mary Janes. If you want to create even more contrast, you can add more “masculine” and casual elements, like an oversized leather bomber and a baseball cap.
Ganni
Striped Shirt Blue
$72.99
Rue La La
-30%
Ganni
Leopard-print tie-neck chiffon blouse Brown
$262.00
$375.00
Mytheresa
Ganni
Red Organza Circle Collar Dress - Size 10/12
$495.00
GANNI
Ganni
Poplin Front-Tie Peplum Blouse with Puffed-Sleeves White
$215.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Adidas tracksuits often come in bright tones—red, emerald green, electric blue…—which add to their sporty and casual feel. To elevate a pair of bright track pants, pair them with neutral colours and cozy fabrics, like a beige boiled wool cropped bomber and taupe Adidas sneakers.
Vince
Rib Placket Wool & Cashmere-Blend Cardigan Beige
$168.99
Rue La La
Saachi
Kimono Beige
$49.99
Rue La La
Veronica Beard
Lira Pointelle Cardigan Beige
$248.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Original text and content: Steph King
