How the Fashion Set Is Styling Tracksuits This Spring
Tracksuits are not synonymous with the word "chic." Sure, they're cool, and thanks to the athleisure trend, have become acceptable attire for the fashion crowd. But while a few seasons ago side-striped tracksuit pants paired with shirts were the way to incorporate sportswear into outfits, today, it's a much more coordinated and sleek affair.
All over Copenhagen and New York Fashion Week, people attended shows in tracksuits. But there was one other styling trick that all of them used to define this very 2020 take on the tracksuit: a great coat worn over the top.
Whether it was a teddy coat over a matching lemon yellow sweatshirt and trousers or a ribbed co-ord with a complimentary pink jacket, there are plenty of different ways to wear this lazy outfit combo. The fact that it's super comfortable is just a happy coincidence.
Of course, there also some additional styling notes to be aware of to ensure that your tracksuit and coat outfit is the chicest it can be. For example, wearing an of-the-moment gold chain or a statement handbag will also give this look a fashion boost. Ready to see how you'll style it? Keep scrolling…
Style Notes: A gold chain, court shoes and a clutch bag smartens up this tracksuit look.
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Style Notes: Avoid the tired-tracksuit look by wearing a bold colour such as green, pink or pastel blue.
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Style Notes: Contrast the shades of your chosen colour and make your outfit pop.
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Style Notes: Keep it simple and elegant and wear a white tracksuit with an oversize blazer.
Style Notes: If you've got a grey tracksuit and want to make it really look posh, just add the most over-the-top coat you own. Done.
Next up, the biggest spring/summer 2020 fashion trends you need to know.

Elinor Block was one of the earliest team members of Who What Wear UK, starting her tenure working across both Who What Wear and Byrdie, which were owned by the original parent company, Clique, at the time. Her specialism in fashion and beauty established her multifaceted role as Assistant Editor, which she developed over six years from 2016 to 2022 to become Deputy Editor. She is now the Head of Editorial at fashion tech company Drest.
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