By now, you’ve likely caught wind of the fact that skinny jeans are over, replaced by cargo denim and low-rise, wide-leg jeans. The trend, spearheaded by millennials in the '00s, was declared dead by TikTok last year. If you were a fan, I apologize for your loss. Of course, you can wear whatever jeans you please — more power to you if you rage against the Gen Z machine — but since the youngest generation doubles as the one with the fastest growing economic power, there’s a good chance that the vast selection of skinny jeans you’ve grown accustomed to seeing in stores won’t be as wide for much longer. And when that happens, one question will inevitably follow: What shoes do you wear with jeans that aren’t skinny?
Finding shoes to go with the tight-fitting silhouette was simple: Heeled booties, over-the-knee boots, or pumps, if you’re a heels person; ballet flats or low-top sneakers, if you weren’t. But these days, when footwear trends range from chunky loafers to even platform boots, skinny jeans can feel like an odd pairing. Just think about the proportions. Throw on a pair of slightly baggy — but fitted in the butt and waist — vintage jeans, though, and just about every on-trend shoe style of the season is a perfect match, no matter how bulky.
But switching to non-skinny jeans doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite footwear. You can still wear black booties with flares and ballet flats with slouchy jeans. If you ask me, they’ll look even better. But there are a few types of footwear that pair especially well with a less fitted denim style.
Click ahead to find out what shoe styles to buy, now that old mom jeans are “in” and skinnies — the new mom jeans — are “out.”
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Fancy Shoes
There’s no shoe-jean partnership more visually satisfying than a pair of baggy, light-wash jeans paired with a fancy, colorful shoe. There’s something about the high-low mix that makes a cusper like me — someone who loves both Carrie’s Sex And The City shoe collection and Depop's vintage denim selection — excited to wear jeans, even in quarantine.
Badgley Mischka Collection Clara Embellished Sandal, $, available at Nordstrom
Nine West Zooza Heeled Slide Sandals, $, available at Nine West
Zara EMBELLISHED BOW HEELED SLINGBACKS, $, available at Zara
Chunky Loafers
With skinny jeans, loafers had a tendency to feel outdated. But, with slouchy jeans and an added heel or two-tone colorway, these former prep school styles become surprisingly cool. Don’t believe us? Just check social media, where loafers are impossible to miss.
Sam Edelman Laurs Lug Sole Loafer, $, available at Sam Edelman
Charles and Keith Perline Beaded Platform Loafers, $, available at Charles and Keith
Clogs
Whether they’re Birkenstock-style clogs (or the high-fashion equivalent by JW Anderson) or cottagecore-esque rubber alternatives that are perfect for gardening, clogs of all shapes and styles are a comfortable and chic sidekick for your non-skinny jeans. There’s something very satisfying about the way slouchy jeans just fall on top of them, the rounded toe popping out ever so slightly. And for a dressier, more put-together alternative, dare I suggest a wooden heel?
Zappos Boston Soft Footbed, $, available at Birkenstock
JW Anderson JW Anderson Leather Loafer Mules, $, available at Farfetch
Yes, you can wear sneakers with non-skinny jeans. Just opt for athletic pairs that have a chunkier sole — something with a little more height. New Balance 990v5s and Adidas Falcons are a safe bet.
With the return of Y2K trends, platform heels have become the must-have shoe of 2022. Even if many of us have relegated heels for good amid the pandemic, platforms are the best remedy to combat the collective disdain for uncomfortable, tall shoes.
Jeffrey Campbell Platform Boot, $, available at Jeffrey Campbell
Naked Wolfe Sugar Boots, $, available at Naked Wolfe
Loeffler Randall Loeffler Randall Natalia Platform Pleated Bow Sandals, $, available at Shopbop
Nomasei Silver Taxi Sandals, $, available at Nomasei
Dolce Vita WESSI HEELS IN BLACK LEATHER, $, available at Dolce Vita
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While many pandemic trends have come and gone (RIP, many, many sourdough starters), there are some that will be with us for a while. A slew of outfit phenomenons (the beloved nap dress) has proven just too cute and comfortable to leave behind once we venture out of our apartments. There's one in particular that I’ll remain grateful for: the matching sweatsuit.
As a freelance fashion writer, I was always a big fan of sporting my pajamas while conducting phone interviews and writing stories from the comfort of my own abode. While matching sweatsuits are nothing new, the category exploded back in 2020 and elevated our WFH wardrobes beyond the "I just rolled out of bed look." And now that in-person meetings, events, and coffee dates are replacing Zoom calls, these matching sets are transitioning from stay-home staples to chic streetwear. One reason they're not going anywhere? The comfy sets are endlessly iterable and can be updated to match the current season, trending color, and more.
Ahead, find 28 stylish sweatsuit sets that are so cozy you won’t want to (or really need to) take them off.
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Quince
Quince is one of our favorite online retailers for high-quality basics at pocket-friendly prices, and they make a curated selection of loungewear staples worth your dollars.
Zella Cara Pocket Joggers, $, available at Nordstrom
Zella Cara Full Zip Hoodie, $, available at Nordstrom
Girlfriend Collective
Girlfriend Collective has grown its activewear and athleisure offerings, like with this not-too-heavy, not-too-light sweatsuit. Made with 50% recycled cotton and 50% organic cotton, it also has one of the most inclusive size ranges on this list, from XXS to 6XL.
Girlfriend Vapor 50/50 Classic Jogger, $, available at Girlfriend
Girlfriend Vapor 50/50 Cropped Sweatshirt, $, available at Girlfriend
Vuori
Vuori's lounge-meets-activewear options are moisture-wicking, made of recycled materials, and have four-way stretch. Plus, if sweat shorts aren't your preference, you can opt for Vuori's Performance Jogger which comes in sixteen colorways.
Everlane The Track Oversized Crew, $, available at Everlane
Everlane The Track Jogger, $, available at Everlane
Pangaia
The label's Tropics capsule collection has a splendor of vibrant hues inspired by the Amazon forest and its tropical flowers and fruits. The sets are lightweight and made from breathable organic cotton fabric that you can wear all year round. To make it even better, proceeds from the line will be donated to support Togetherband, an organization that offers long-term training and support to the Indigenous communities living in the Amazon.
Pangaia Tropics Capsule Track Pants, $, available at Pangaia
Pangaia Tropics Capsule Sweatshirt, $, available at Pangaia
H&M
We know H&M will always have our basics covered. Its selection of joggers and sweatshirts comes in chic, minimalistic colors and classic styles at budget-friendly prices.
The brand is known best for its extensive range of yoga attire and workout sets, but also boasts a range of sweatsuits in a slew of neutral tones and silhouettes.
Alo Accolade Straight Leg Sweatpant, $, available at Alo
Adidas
There's really nothing more iconic than a classic Adidas tracksuit, but the brand also carries loads of sweatsuit styles fit for lounging.
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Adidas Adicolor Essentials Crop Fleece Hoodie (Plus Size), $, available at Adidas
Adidas Adicolor Essentials Fleece Slim Joggers (Plus Size), $, available at Adidas
Pact
Known for its affordable selection of sustainable, organic closet essentials, Pact recently added a new selection of loungewear styles to the mix.
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The brand you know and love for its slinky, patterned dresses has a smaller but still notable selection of cozy attire that's just waiting to get noticed.
Reformation Classic Crew Sweatshirt, $, available at Reformation
Reformation Boyfriend Sweatpant, $, available at Reformation
Summersalt
In addition to its well-known swimwear, Summersalt also stocks quite a selection of comfy and sustainably made sweat sets. For an ultra-luxe lounge option, check out Summersalt's cashmere sets.
Richer Poorer Recycled Fleece Classic Sweatpant, $, available at Richer Poorer
Richer Poorer Recycled Fleece Sweatshirt, $, available at Richer Poorer
Refinery29
We couldn’t write a story about the best sweatsuits without including one of our very own! Our collection is filled with lounge essentials and features joggers, hoodies, and softline tops in super cozy fabrics that are perfect for mixing and matching.
Felina Comfyz Coco 2-Piece Lounge Set, $, available at Amazon
Olivia Von Halle
Celebrating 10 years of luxury loungewear, Olivia Von Halle is the unofficial queen of nightwear whose A-list clientele includes Emily Ratajkowski, Kendall Jenner, J.Lo, Adwoa Aboah, and more. Von Halle has added sweatsuits to its high-end offerings too, made from a decadent cashmere and silk-blend fabric.
This unconventional LA-based apparel brand makes a small selection of splurge-worthy and statement-making sweat sets that are sure to make you stand out in a crowd.
Eberjey Heather Cotton Blend Pant, $, available at Eberjey
Eberjey Heather Cotton Blend Top, $, available at Eberjey
Come Back As A Flower
We just know this Los Angeles-based brand is about to take Instagram by storm and we’d expect nothing less from these seriously on-trend hand-dyed sets made out of 100% recycled cotton.
This marketplace of unbranded luxury goods offers sweatsuits that you'll never want to take off, especially knowing you've made a solid sustainable choice. The addictively soft terry fabric of this set, for example, is made entirely from reclaimed materials, including 15 recycled plastic water bottles.
Club Monaco Satin Stripe Knit Pants, $, available at Club Monaco
Club Monaco Satin Stripe Sweatshirt, $, available at Club Monaco
PacSun
You might've forgotten about the California-cool retailer PacSun, so let us reintroduce you through its crop of comfy, cute sweatsuits that'll brighten up your at-home attire.
Lou & Grey Signature Softblend Sweatpants, $, available at Lou & Grey
Lou & Grey Signature Softblend Sweatshirt, $, available at Lou & Grey
feat
Feat is home to a little something called the BlanketBlend hoodie — aka "the softest hoodie ever." Each of feat's casual-cool pieces is crafted with premium shrink-free materials that undergo the brand's signature ButterWash process in order to achieve its legendary cloud-like feel. You can buy the unisex hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts solo or bundle them together with a pair of sleek-and-soft joggers.
This is the ultimate sweatpant/sweatshirt combo, but with sustainability at the core of its design and production. What's not to love about a company that's committed to minimizing its environmental impact by using recycled materials and limiting waste? This purchase is one that feels good on the body and on the mind.
Frank & Oak The Hybrid Crewneck, $, available at Frank & Oak
Frank & Oak The Hybrid Pant, $, available at Frank & Oak
& Other Stories
This go-to store for floaty dresses and feminine knits has now hopped on the loungewear train. Get them while you still can, they're selling out quick!
& Other Stories Relaxed Drawstring Joggers, $, available at & Other Stories
& Other Stories Boxy Jersey Sweater, $, available at & Other Stories
Aerie
The brand we all know and love for its cozy sleepwear and quality undergarments unsurprisingly has a selection of sweatsuit sets that are made to be lived in.
OFFLINE Throw-Back Fleece Hoodie, $, available at AE
OFFLINE Throw-Back Fleece Jogger, $, available at AE
Naked Cashmere
For an investment set you won't regret, check out this 100% cashmere co-ord that is guaranteed to make you feel like you're being cuddled by 100 golden retriever puppies.
Even though EcoSmart® products from Hanes (one of the OGs of affordable sweats) keep the equivalent of nearly 50 million plastic bottles from landfills each year, they're comfy as ever (and tagless too!).
Hanes ComfortSoft EcoSmart® Open Bottom Leg Fleece Sweatpants, $, available at Hanes
Hanes ComfortSoft EcoSmart® Women's Crewneck Sweatshirt, $, available at Hanes
Lisa Says Gah
The new organic french terry collection from Lisa Says Gah is what spring loungewear dreams are made of.
This NYC streetwear brand makes gender-neutral sweat sets dyed with eco-friendly pigments. You’ll also find socks and tees in coordinating colors to build the comfy monochrome outfit of your dreams.
