Right, this is a topic that has intrigued me, infuriated me and also astonished me. A so called "look" appeared in the UK around a year ago. It's the "I wear tracksuit bottoms, tucked into fake Ugg boots that sag at the bottom and scuff when I walk, with a hoodie, fake Fendi Spy bag and scabby, un-brushed hair" look. Apparently this look is preppy. But frankly it looks lazy, messy and as if you haven't had a shower in a week. With much relief it seems to be fading but there are still girls walking around like this. If this is you, stop it! You look awful!
Now, on the other hand...Vogue did an article on the new way to wear the tracksuit trouser and this look is fabulous!
I hope they don't mind me posting this page but it demonstrates a great way to wear sweatpants without looking like you're:
- A. Going to the gym.
- B. Following the weird fake Ugg boot trend.
- C. Couldn't be bothered to change out of your PJs.
- Wear with a heel, no exception. Blogger Garance Dore comments "Without heels, I look like I'm en route to my hip-hop class".
- Wear low-waisted and slouchy.
- Choose a tapered leg.
- Look for a drawstring waist and deep pockets.
Practice this look in private until perfected to avoid looking so, so wrong. I think I will be debating trackie trousers for a while, probably giving in and wearing nothing but. However, you will never see me leave the house looking like a casual retailer has just thrown up on me...I will look tailored, chic, smart and sophisticated. And if you're going to try this look, so should you.
End of rant.
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