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.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cropped cotton shirt White
$245.00
Mytheresa
-45%
SoSUE
Antonia Voile Shirt Female UNI Blue
$181.00
$330.00
Base Blu
-20%
Frankie Shop
Peri pinstripe satin shirt Brown
$220.00
$275.00
Mytheresa
-45%
SoSUE
Antonia Voile striped shirt Female UNI Orange
$145.00
$264.00
Base Blu
-30%
Camper
Right Nina mesh ballerina shoes - women - Calf Leather - 36 - White
$112.00
$160.00
FARFETCH
-30%
A.Emery
Park embroidered leather ballet flats Beige
$245.00
$350.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Carel
Canvas Sport Ballerinas Female 37 Beige
$146.00
$244.00
Base Blu
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.
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.
-25%
Twik
Womens Oversized solid shirt Blue
$29.95
$39.95
Simons
-33%
Eileen Fisher
Shirts White
$179.00
$267.00
Yoox
Icone
Womens Oversized striped cap-sleeve shirt Blue
$59.00
Simons
-28%
Max Mara
Shirts White
$192.00
$267.00
Yoox
-30%
Giaborghini
105mm pointed-toe pumps - women - Suede - 38 - Black
$488.00
$697.00
FARFETCH
Twin-Set
High Heel Sandal
$230.00
Bernardelli
Twin-Set
Pointed Sling Back With Two Belt Low Heel White
$198.00
Bernardelli
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.
-67%
Erika Cavallini Semi Couture
oversized single-breasted blazer - women - Silk/Cotton - M - Black
$240.00
$733.00
FARFETCH
Sandro
Oversized blazer White
$595.00
Sandro
A Day's March
Ava Wool Blazer
$350.00
A Day's March
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
Cotton-blend shirt Blue
$390.00
Mytheresa
Ganni
Bow-detail cotton poplin blouse Red
$345.00
Mytheresa
Ganni
Smocked off-shoulder cotton poplin top Black
$225.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Ganni
Sequined lace cropped shirt Blue
$213.00
$355.00
Mytheresa
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.
Varley
Calva open-knit cotton half-zip sweater Beige
$185.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Leset
Cropped pointelle cotton cardigan Beige
$160.00
$200.00
Mytheresa
Original text and content: Steph King
