Although they may have been originally designed to wear for exercise, joggers are now essential for men’s wardrobes. They’re lightweight, contemporary, and comfortable, and are rivaling the popularity of jeans and chinos as a go-to sports pant. If you love the versatility of athleisure, or the sleek, stylish-but-relaxed sports luxe style, joggers are a perfect choice.
Available in a variety of fabrics, joggers taper in at the leg, are elasticized at the ankle, and usually have a drawstring waist. Choose from moto, sweat pants, or a versatile denim. You can even find twills in patterned fabrics, from bandana to green or black camo twill joggers. Joggers are key to streetwear-casual style.
Adaptable Denim
If you’re looking for an all-occasion addition to your closet, choose denim or blue jean joggers, available in black and a range of blue hues from dark to light. The tapered fit of the leg allows you to dress them up for an evening out or wear with a t-shirt for a casual get-together.
Think comfortable sophistication when choosing joggers. Basic jogger styles that fit looser are fine for around the house, but look for slimmer-cut styles that enhance your appearance when upgrading your wardrobe for a wider array of occasions. Denim joggers shouldn’t fit too tight, and there should be a drop in the crotch area to prevent binding. The bottom of your joggers should fit tight at or slightly above the ankle.
Pair Them Up
Joggers look just as great with a button-down dress shirt and blazer as they do with a hoodie and sneakers. When choosing t-shirts to wear with your blue jean joggers, go for a fitted style. Try a layered style with a hoodie for coffee runs, or dress up your joggers with a contemporary, less-structured blazer. Build a wardrobe around a neutral and dark color palette, with a variety of fitted t-shirts and casual button-downs in both solids and patterns. It’s a good idea to have a lightweight bomber jacket and blazer on hand as well to add to your closet’s versatility.