Matchstick Men's Chino Jogger Trouser#6535

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Gary Lenett, founder and CEO of clothing brand DUER, defines jogger as a more “versatile and casual alternative” to chinos but also a more elevated option than sweatpants. “Joggers are athletic-inspired pants, often made from lightweight, high-stretch fabrics,” he adds. The signature details of joggers include “an elasticated waistband, a drawcord at the waist, and a cinched jogger cuff”, according to Lenett. "The defining feature of joggers is a tapered, and typically elastic, cuff at the ankle," adds Robert Felder, Founder of Bearbottom Clothing.

Weight: “Look at the weight of the fabric and the way it drapes,” says Kimberley Acevedo, Head of Design and Merchandising at State of Matter. “If you're buying something to lay around in the house, go heavier and softer. If you’re looking for something you can dress up and down, go for joggers with a fabric that drapes well and is lighter weight to move between environments.” Function: Joggers are versatile for both athletic and casual wear, while sweatpants are primarily associated with casual lounging and relaxation.

Ankle: Joggers have ribbed cuffs at the ankles and a sportier appearance compared to the relaxed vibe of traditional sweatpants, whereas sweatpants can have either an open design or ribbed cuffs. When dressing up, make sure to put on fashion joggers while casual designs are ideal for lounging and relaxed days.

To dress up your look, start by pairing champagne-hued or light-colored khaki pants with a knitted shawl cardigan and a button-up. Fashionable khaki joggers can add another dimension to a man’s wardrobe, allowing him to ride the athleisure trend with style. You’ll want to put on simple t-shirts to balance out statement fashion joggers boasting trendy patterns, textures or constructions. These combinations will create bold yet well-composed outfits. Guys can also do this the other way around with basic joggers and daring t-shirts in statement colors or patterns. Try neutral-colored pants and then experiment with tops like Fendi’s logo-patterned cotton-jersey t-shirt, Balenciaga’s oversized camo t-shirt or Comme des Garcons’ polka dot shirt. While t-shirts are universally easy and comfortable, guys can wear different types of shirts with joggers to create stylish casual and smart outfits. You can style a polo shirt with your fashionable sweatpants for a preppy athletic look. Whether you want a top with short or long sleeves, a button-up shirt will add more structure and help strike a professional tone with dark-colored jogger pants.Fit Test: To see if the joggers are true to size and will fit well on big thighs, we paid attention to the seat and thigh areas to see if they’re roomy enough, and wear-tested each jogger to see how the tapered leg fits as well. In addition, we examined the elastic waistband and drawcord to see if they were able to help ensure a personalized, secure fit. Sure, most of 'em come with an elastic waistband, or maybe a drawstring closure. And plenty of 'em come in the same super soft French terry or brushed fleece as your favorite sweats. But at their core, joggers remain a separate category of loungewear, a powerful sub-genre of athleisure unto themselves. Consider the jogger a close cousin of the sweatpant—the familial resemblances are there (those telltale ankle cuffs, the relaxed fit), but the differences remain. Most important among them? Joggers can be worn less casually than their relatives, especially when they're made of fabrics that lean more chinos than sweats. (Though, in full transparency, we'd strongly advise against pairing them with anything more formal than your swankiest lounging gear.) Green joggers are a great way for guys to wear these pants with all types of outfits. When buying a pair, you’ll want to get dark green jogger pants for a masculine color that will work well in most situations.

Which Brands Make the Best Joggers for Men?Our favorite joggers come from menswear brands Vuori, Lululemon, and our collab with Cozy Earth. They're all light and comfortable. They have that slimming look that comes from a jogger's tapered leg. All three of them work just well as in the gym as they do in living your everyday life. However, there are plenty of other brands making great joggers right now. A big up-side to how popular joggers have become is that so many brands have put a lot of thought and effort into making new and innovative designs. Now, our legs are reaping the benefits. This list has a jogger for every use and style preference, so the best brand really comes down to what you're looking for out of your joggers. For a perfect fit, Mirosh recommends “a fit that's neither too baggy nor too tight”. “A tapered fit is a popular choice as it provides a modern look without restricting movement,” he adds. And avoid going a size larger to maintain the chic look of joggers. Durability Test: To see if the joggers could last and withstand wear and tear over time, we put each jogger through at least six cycles of wash and dry cycle, wear-tested for at least six hours per day over a duration of two weeks, as well as examined the stitching and overall construction to ensure their durability.

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You can also choose to pair dark grey joggers that are tight around the calf and ankle with white trainer or sneakers and a sweatshirt or hoodie for a cool street vibe. Since grey won’t clash with other colors, you may use these pants to experiment with different shades when it comes to shirts, outer layers and accessories.