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.
adidas
3 stripes cargo track shorts - Green
£91.00
FARFETCH
Dion Lee
elasticated track shorts - Blue
£410.00
FARFETCH
Isabel Marant
drawstring-waist track shorts - Blue
£190.00
FARFETCH
Nanushka
embroidered-logo track shorts - Blue
£195.00
FARFETCH
J.Lindeberg
Iman track pants - Blue
£150.00
FARFETCH
Chinti and Parker
Ski Club side-stripe track pants - Black
£275.00
FARFETCH
BOSS
Telora track pants - White
£211.00
FARFETCH
Muller Of Yoshiokubo
cut-out cotton track pants - White
£224.00
FARFETCH
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.
AllSaints
Joanna Relaxed Fit Cropped Shirt White
£89.00
AllSaints
Equipment
Essential silk shirt - White
£230.00
FARFETCH
AllSaints
Allsaints Lovell Slim Fit Ramskull Shirt Grey
£99.00
AllSaints
Norma Kamali
pointed-collar slit-sleeves shirt - White
£122.00
FARFETCH
Charles & Keith
Erinna Metallic-Accent Pointed-Toe Flats Beige
£59.00
Charles & Keith
Steve Madden
Ellison Flat Shoe NATURAL
£99.99
Steve Madden
-30%
Charles & Keith
Chain-Link Pointed-Toe Ballet Flats Black
£41.30
£59.00
Charles & Keith
Steve Madden
Synthia Flat Shoe IVORYSATIN White
£119.99
Steve Madden
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.
-33%
Roman
Textured Buttoned Blazer Green
£30.00
£45.00
Roman
-63%
Fat Face
FatFace Cali Natural Linen Blend Shirt
£18.00
£48.00
FatFace
-40%
Sandro
Oversized striped rhinestone shirt Grey
£131.40
£219.00
Sandro
Roman
Textured Buttoned Blazer Blue
£40.00
Roman
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.
-40%
Sandro
Oversized striped rhinestone shirt Grey
£131.40
£219.00
Sandro
-50%
Serena Bute
Cotton Oversized Shirt - Green Stripe
£88.00
£175.00
Serena Bute
-40%
AllSaints
Cotton Nicky Oversized Denim Shirt Jacket, Size: XS Black
£83.00
£139.00
AllSaints
Marrakshi Life
Mens The Oversized Nero-Collar Shirt
£250.00
ABASK
-30%
Clarks
Kataleyna Gem Standard Fit Black
£42.00
£60.00
Clarks
-33%
Versace Jeans Couture
Pumps, female, Black, 7 UK, Heeled shoes
£146.94
£218.37
Miinto
-21%
Bibi Lou
FOOTWEAR - Pumps on YOOX.COM Brown
£100.00
£126.00
Yoox.com
Charles & Keith
Curved Heel T-Strap Pumps
£69.00
Charles & Keith
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.
Charles & Keith
Khai Ruched-Flap Side-Pocket Top Handle Bag Brown
£95.00
Charles & Keith
-20%
Norma Kamali
Oversized faux leather blazer Black
£284.00
£355.00
Mytheresa
Charles & Keith
Cammie Metallic Sculptural Heel Mules
£55.00
Charles & Keith
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
Bow-detail cotton poplin blouse White
£160.00
Mytheresa
-36%
Roman
Bow Detail Shirred Hem Chiffon Top Blue
£14.00
£22.00
Roman
-20%
Nobody's Child
Black Milkmaid Top
£33.60
£42.00
Nobody's Child
Simone Rocha
Bow Tail Easy Tank Top - Womens - Cotton Black
£175.00
Browns
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.
Roman
Tie Front Pointelle Knit Cardigan Beige
£35.00
Roman
-50%
AllSaints
Wool Elias Knitted Gilet, Size: XS Brown
£100.00
£199.00
AllSaints
Roman
Contrast Stitch Longline Cardigan Beige
£35.00
Roman
-50%
AllSaints
Womens Merino Wool Anouk Slim Fit Merino Wool Cardigan, Size: XS White
£79.00
£159.00
AllSaints
Original text and content: Steph King
