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.
-56%
Maison Ullens
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Orange
£89.00
£204.00
Yoox.com
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
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
-30%
Charles & Keith
Chain-Link Pointed-Toe Ballet Flats Black
£41.30
£59.00
Charles & Keith
Steve Madden
Jvinetar Sandal BLACK
£44.99
Steve Madden
Charles & Keith
Erinna Metallic-Accent Pointed-Toe Flats Black
£59.00
Charles & Keith
Steve Madden
Olyvia-P Flat Shoe PEARL MULTI 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
-56%
Casablanca
Monogram Cotton Knit Polo Shirt Red
£200.00
£455.00
Labels
-20%
DUSK
Tie Belt Blazer Brown
£40.00
£50.00
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
-40%
Joseph
Congo oversized cotton poplin shirt White
£165.00
£275.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Serena Bute
Cotton Oversized Shirt - Green Stripe
£88.00
£175.00
Serena Bute
-50%
GANT
Women Oversized Classic Striped Poplin Shirt (38) PERSIAN BLUE
£62.50
£125.00
GANT
-21%
Bibi Lou
FOOTWEAR - Pumps on YOOX.COM Brown
£100.00
£126.00
Yoox.com
-30%
Clarks
Kataleyna Gem Standard Fit Black
£42.00
£60.00
Clarks
-6%
Love Moschino
FOOTWEAR - Pumps on YOOX.COM Black
£121.00
£129.00
Yoox.com
-65%
Manolo Blahnik
Satin Pumps LAMIKPUMP with Jewel Detail, 10cm Heel size 37,5
£331.95
£948.42
GLAMOOD
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.
-50%
Joseph
Joffrin oversized blazer Black
£322.00
£645.00
Mytheresa
Lounge
Oversized Longline Blazer - Dark Brown - 12
£120.00
Lounge
-49%
Alexander McQueen
Alexander McQueen Pre-owned Womens Oversized Sneakers in Metallic Silver Leather - Size 39.5 EU/IT
£231.00
£450.00
Secret Sales
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
-20%
Self Portrait
Sleeveless Tops, female, Black, S, Beaded Bow Bandeau Top
£229.68
£287.10
Miinto
-30%
Staud
Atticus bow-detail strapless top Black
£119.00
£170.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Roman
Bow Front Stretch Top Pink
£16.00
£20.00
Roman
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.
-60%
AllSaints
Womens Merino Wool Anouk Slim Fit Merino Wool Cardigan, Size: XS White
£63.20
£159.00
AllSaints
-40%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Wool cardigan Beige
£162.00
£270.00
Mytheresa
-59%
Pinko
KNITWEAR - Jumpers on YOOX.COM Beige
£87.00
£213.00
Yoox.com
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cotton-blend cardigan Beige
£185.00
Mytheresa
Original text and content: Steph King
