Brown is what makes a great pair of joggers stand out from the sea of every other grey marl and black cotton sack. It looks considered, rather than sacklike; worlds closer to trousers when it comes to aesthetics, which is exactly why it photographs so nicely against knitwear and heavier jackets that would flatten against anything more…well athletic. Speaking of, the colour itself does half the work. Flat, chalky taupe or deep chocolate will never read athletic like beige or stone can, and it matches camel, cream, oxblood and olive without falling into that dreaded colour clash that happens when brighter joggers try those combos.
Construction wise, this is usually where most pairs fall down. Look for loopback or brushed cotton that actually has structure to it.
Something that allows the leg to hold some sort of shape rather than clings to your thighs/bags at the ankle come noon.
Thin, single jersey leggings will always look like leggings you’re meant to wear at home regardless of how nice the colour is.
Look for a pair that has a tapered leg and give in the thigh to avoid looking too ‘health club’, a waistband that sits comfortably with minimal gathering and cuffs that are snug but not too tight. If your cuffs are stretched out after first thing. 99 times out of 100 that’s a sign of a bad pair.
Styling-wise this is where brown really wins over black.
These trousers are less sportswear and more how you’d wear any other neutral. Pop a fine merino jumper underneath, leave a longline blazer open over the top and throw on a pair of loafers or clean leather trainers and you have yourself a smart casual outfit that doesn’t scream I’m dressing up my gym pants. Shirt + sleeved pushed up also works wonders for less formal occasions and throw a wool coat over everything instead of looking like you threw it on. Jacket 100% optional but always recommended.
Overall this whole category is best for those in between days. You know the ones that require more effort than leggings but not as much as a suit? Travelling, weekend errands that turn into brunch, working from coffee shops, casual dinners where jeans wouldn’t cut it but you still don’t feel like dressing up. The right pair of browns will win you over by jumping between all of these scenarios without making you look like comfort was the only factor.
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