Loungewear is one of the great comforts of human existence, and there’s nothing we look forward to more than shedding our outside clothes in favour of sumptuously soft garments as soon as we step across the threshold of our doors.
Jeans? Around the house? Blasphemous. Clothes which have been on the London Underground on our perfectly pristine bedsheets? You’d be banned from our home for life. However, there’s a certain elevated type of loungewear that we’ll accept both out and about, and in the comfort of our personal domicile.
It’s the kind of two-piece set worn by celebrities and members of the royal family when jetting off to untold locations, or by incredibly chic individuals like the fictional Lily Vanderwoodsen of Gossip Girl fame (though Kelly Rutherford is appearing more and more like her iconic character every day, as demonstrated below).
That’s right, we’re talking about the designer tracksuit. Not just any, slouchy cotton two-piece – far from it. What we have in mind is a high-quality clothing set with a high price tag to match. While we certainly cannot understate the icon status of Adidas’ original Franz Beckenbauer tracksuit, which first launched in the 1960s and continues to reign supreme to this day – designer tracksuits elevate leisurewear to yet another level of luxury.
So, rather than going for a classic Beckenbauer, why not browse Adidas’ collaborations with the likes of Gucci, Stella McCartney and more?
We’ve rounded up a selection of the best designer tracksuits on the market for you to browse at your leisure. Keep scrolling for high-end comfort.
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Gucci Webbing-trimmed printed tech-jersey track pants and jacket
If you’re keen to go all-out with branding, look no further than a classic Gucci webbing-trimmed two-piece set. We love how Net-a-Porter has slightly toned down this silky-smooth set by pairing it with a neutral leather trench and some plain white trainers. The track jacket and pants are sold separately.
Buy now £2400.00, Net-A-Porter
Olivia Von Halle Carmel Tulum Silk-Cashmere Tracksuit
It frankly doesn’t get any more luxurious than a full cashmere tracksuit by loungewear royalty, Olivia Von Halle. Realised in Yves Klien’s famous cobalt blue, this set has been crafted in a double-faced 18 gauge knit with a ribbed neckline, hem and cuffs. The fabric composition is 79 per cent silk, 15 per cent cashmere and 6 per cent lycra for a smidgen of comfortable stretch.
Buy now £1495.00, Olivia Von Halle
Adidas by Stella McCartney ASMC Top LD34 and Woven Track
Paparazzi on your back? This eye-catching, high-performance set by Stella McCartney for Adidas will certainly distract the cameras. Made from recycled materials, this adjustable set is as good-looking as it is good for the planet. Purchase the jacket and trousers separately.
Buy now £170.00, Flannels
Lululemon Define Jacket and Define Zip-Front High-Rise Flared Pant
Though not your traditional tracksuit, this athleisure set from Lululemon is as much as a paragon of high-end city lifestyle as spotting the odd rodent, takeaway flat whites and underground transport is. You’ll notice the iconic figure-hugging set across London, though you’re most likely to spot a Lululemon fanatic on the streets of Marylebone. Shop the Define Jacket and Defined Zip-Front High-Rise Pants separately.
Buy now £216.00, Flannels
Loewe anagram embroidered jersey track pants
Whether your preferred mode of transport is planes, trains or automobiles, ensure you always look chic while on the move with this sumptuous tracksuit set from Loewe. Neutrals are a must when it comes to embracing quiet luxury. For a full matching set, you could scoop up the jersey track jacket, as well as the Loewe anagram vest top.
Buy now £625.00, MyTheresa
Norma Kamali side-strip cotton-blend jersey track set
Combining a sporty essential with a high-fashion silhouette, Norma Kamali has won us over with this show-stopping wide-leg tracksuit set. With a pair of statement heels, we’d declare this look entirely socially acceptable for a night out on the town.
Buy now £300.00, Matches
NY Racquet Club Polo and Sweatpants - Washed Periwinkle/White
The quarter-zip tracksuit is a relatively new addition to the loungewear design line-up, bringing an extra level of demure and style to the cosy winter essential. Realised in a beautiful periwinkle blue, this set from Sporty and Rich consists of a cosy polo-style jumper and a slouchy yet tapered pair of sweatpants which feature a singular back pocket.
Buy now £295.00, SSENSE
Adidas X Wales Bonner Logo-embroidered cotton-blend track set
Coveted by the Clapton crew, the garments to come from the extended collaboration between Adidas and Wales Bonner have become an East London essential. Nevertheless, we can’t deny the incredibly chic, sleek and sporty silhouette that this white and mocha set cuts.
Buy now £350.00, Matches
Pangaia 365 Midweight Track Pants and Hoodie
Though sustainable streetwear brand Pangaia offers both heavyweight and midweight options for their cult-favourite tracksuits, the midweight hoodie and bottoms offer year-round versatility – just as the name ‘365’ suggests.
Buy now £250.00, Pangaia
Velour Diamante Tracksuit Set
No tracksuit round-up is complete without an option from the iconic Juicy Couture. Featuring those essential diamantes, pin-tuck detailing and an ultra-soft velour finish, you can snag this design in over 20 different colours.
Buy now £160.00, Juicy Couture
