THE BUYER'S GUIDE TO SWEATPANTS Best and worst sweatpants to purchase, by occasion. BY MADELINE BARKER
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THE LOWDOWN: These Nike sweatpants make it seem like you are lying in bed. Made of fleece, they are the perfect winter day pant because they will keep you warm all day long. If you want to go all out, there is a matching zip-up hoodie that you can throw on in a hurry. REVIEWER NOTES: "These pants are not only warm and comfortable, but also look super fly, no matter where you are going". -Madeline Barker
THE LOWDOWN: Customized by the school's track & field team, these Nike warm-up pants are perfect for practicing in on cold and windy days. The fleece on the inside helps to retain body heat, while the waterproof outside offers a protective barrier to the elements. REVIEWER NOTES: “Sweat pants? More like swag pants! These pants allow me to rep my school while keeping me toasty." -Julian Rogers
THE LOWDOWN: Found at a Goodwill in Flordia two years ago, these pants have been a staple in Kamryn Krikham's style. REVIEWER NOTES: “Not only are these pants super comfy and soft, they are also perfect for all weather situations. They keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. If you ever spot any like these, be sure to snatch them up. And the color is so gorgeous and expressive! -Kamryn Kirkham
Nike Sportswear essentials fleece pants; order at Nike.com or on the app
Available on the Granville Track & Field team merchandise website, retailing for $45
Loungewear pants thrifted at Goodwill
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THE LOWDOWN: When buying their team swag, many members of the track team fell victim to the allure of cool, patterned blue pants. Due to false advertising, many people mistook these pants for fleece-lined pants to offer warmth while exercising. REVIEWER NOTES: “Not only did they end up scratching my legs when I ran, they also have the material of a rain jacket-like a plastic bag." -Christian Barker
THE LOWDOWN: These pants from American Eagle are made completely out of fleece and polyester. They are so very comfortable and soft and feel magnificent on the skin. REVIEWER NOTES:“All throughout lockdown, I only wore sweatpants and so I thought I'd invest in these bad boys. The fleece pills and no stains ever come out. Please do not buy no matter how tempted you get!! -Grover Underwood
THE LOWDOWN: In order to turn any pair of sweatpants into a tracksuit, all you need is a matching top. A perfect match for the Nike Sportswear Essentials fleece pants, the highest-rated pair, is the Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Full-Zip hoodie. REVIEWER NOTES:"Not only will this hoodie keep you comfortable and warm all day, it also makes you appear to others as the swaggiest sweatsuit-wearer of all time. - Ruby Nelson
Available on the Granville Track & Field team merchandise website
American Eagle Outfitters, $55, AE.com
Nike Sportswear Cl;ub Fleece Full-Zip hoodie, available on nike.com; retails for $60
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