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After being sequestered to my bed and couch this weekend courtesy of the worst flu I’ve ever had in my life, I began thinking about the importance of forcing yourself to implement bare-minimum self-care practices even when you feel like absolute garbage. These rituals include brushing your teeth, taking a shower and wearing a nice pair of lounge pants. Emphasis on nice.
For decades, you’ve probably lazed around in an old pair of flannel pajama pants or some basic Fruit of the Loom grey sweats you commandeered from Walmart. And for decades, your partners with whom you inhabit shared spaces are forced to contend with your worn-out lounge pants. Whether we’re on the couch with you watching a show or sick with you in bed, we don’t want to cozy up to a pair of pants riddled with holes or stains.
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From Carhartt to Wrangler, who comes out on top?These are an affront to the eyes, of course, but your raggedy sweats also can’t feel that great to parade around in, and I’d bet you’re underestimating what a pair of elevated lounge pants can do for the soul. I might feel like a gross ball of congestion breaking a fever, but at least I’m doing so in a pair of ultra-soft, moisture-wicking joggers. The same is true when working at home, watching 26 hours of consecutive television and only leaving your bed to retrieve your Uber Eats order. Laziness does not have to equal slobbishness.
All of this is to say, one good pair of lounge pants is all but essential, and there are tons of options from great brands like Vuori, Alo and Todd Snyder to help you upgrade. I’ve taken the liberty of rounding up a few of the top pairs out there (and pairs, I, a woman, would like to see a man sport) from classic bulky sweats to more refined technical joggers. Below, the best lounge pants for men to chill in total comfort and style.
The Best Lounge Pants for Men, According to InsideHook
- Best Overall Lounge Pant: Vuori Sunday Performance Sweatpant Classic 28″, $98
- Best Grey Lounge Pant: Alo Elevate Waffle Straight Leg Pant, $138
- Best Classic Lounge Pant: Todd Snyder x Champion Canadian Fleece Relaxed Sweatpant, $158
- Best Comfy Lounge Pant: Outdoor Voices CloudKnit Slim Sweatpant, $88
- Best Durable Lounge Pant: Flint and Tinder Midweight Terry Sweatpant, $98
- Best Style-Forward Lounge Pant: Taylor Stitch The Apres Sashiko Pant, $118
- Best Affordable Lounge Pant: Quince Organic Heavyweight Fleece Joggers, $50
- Best Luxury Lounge Pant: Lunya Men’s Silksweats Midweight Reversible Jogger, $158
- Best Heavyweight Fleece Lounge Pant: Nike ACG “Tuff Fleece”, $115
- Best Sexy Lounge Pant: Skims Men’s Relaxed Straight Leg Pant, $78
- Best Elevated Pajama/Lounge Pant: Intimissimi Full Length Pants in Striped Cotton, $65
- Best Flannel Pajama/Lounge Pant: L.L.Bean Men’s Scotch Plaid Flannel Sleep Pants, $60
Best Overall Lounge Pant: Vuori Sunday Performance Sweatpant
Why We Love It: I’ve talked ad nauseam about Vuori’s loungewear, but it’s just that good! The brand’s performance sweats are a smart, stylish take on your traditional sweatpants and are packed with sweat-wicking properties, so they’re ideal for lounging and working out in.
Who It’s For: The guy who wants to lounge in the best of the best.
Size Range: XS — XXL | Inseam: 28″ | Materials: Recycled Polyester, Elastane | Fit: Classic | Colors: Black, Ink Heather, Grey Heather, Huckleberry Heather, Smoke Blue Heather, Toast Heather
Best Grey Lounge Pant: Alo Elevate Waffle Straight Leg Pant
Why We Love It: I would be pleasantly surprised if my man strolled out in a pair of these relaxed, waffle-knit lounge pants — mainly because I’d steal them for myself.
Who It’s For: Your girlfriend who loves you in a grey sweatpant.
Size Range: S — 2XL | Inseams: 30″ — 32″ | Materials: Waffle Knit, Viscose, Polyester, Nylon, Elastane | Fit: Straight Leg | Colors: Heather Grey, Gravel, Black
Best Classic Lounge Pant: Todd Snyder x Champion Canadian Fleece Relaxed Sweatpant
Why We Love It: Time to swap out your old Champion sweats for the brand’s collab with Todd Snyder. The best-selling style is crafted from unbelievably soft, mid-weight cotton French terry fabric for a heavier feel and retro look. But my favorite feature is the stylish, hidden drawstring.
Who It’s For: The guy who’s still wearing his Champion sweats from college.
Size Range: XS — XXL | Materials: 100% Cotton, 20 oz French Terry | Fit: Relaxed | Colors: Classic Navy, Silver Mix
Best Comfy Lounge Pant: Outdoor Voices CloudKnit Slim Sweatpant
Why We Love It: I have worn Outdoor Voices’ CloudKnit wide-leg pants for years and still sing their praises. They’re stylish enough to wear outside the confines of my apartment, and they’re one of the comfiest pairs of pants I own. The same lightweight fabric is featured in this slim, men’s silhouette.
Who It’s For: The guy who doesn’t want to sacrifice comfort for style.
Size Range: XS — XXXL | Inseam: 31″ Materials: Polyester, Spandex | Fit: Mid-Rise, Casual | Colors: Charcoal, Navy Balsam
Best Durable Lounge Pant: Flint and Tinder Midweight Terry Sweatpant
Why We Love It: Huckberry’s in-house brand, Flint and Tinder, makes some of the most durable, long-lasting sweatpants on the market. That’s because they use loopback cotton, a fabric that’s soft on the inside but tough on the outside, for a sweatpant that can handle your most slobbish behavior.
Who It’s For: The guy who needs to do multiple loads of laundry a week.
Size Range: XS — XXL | Inseam: 31″ Materials: 100% Cotton | Fit: Relaxed | Colors: Dark Brown, Green, Washed Black, Navy, Heather Grey, Taupe
Best Sexy Lounge Pant: Skims Jersey Lounge Men’s Relaxed Straight Leg Pants
Why We Love It: Kim Kardashian’s shapewear and clothing brand also offers a full line of sexy, comfortable wares for gentlemen. These adjustable bottoms offer a loose, relaxed fit and a sophisticated style.
Who It’s For: The man who wants to impress on a date night in.
Size Range: XS — 5X | Inseam: 32 1/4” Materials: Cotton, Rayon, Elastane | Fit: Straight Leg, Relaxed | Colors: Ash, Obsidian
Best Heavyweight Fleece Lounge Pant: Nike ACG “Tuff Fleece”
Why We Love It: Sometimes, you just want to throw on a pair of your bulkiest, fleeciest pants and call it a day. Nike has just the pair of thick, cuffed sweats — in a very seasonally appropriate brown colorway. And thanks to Nike’s Therma-FIT technology and a water-repellent finish, these sweats are designed for inclement weather.
Who It’s For: The household’s designated snow shoveler.
Size Range: XS — 3XL | Inseam: 32 1/4” Materials: Cotton, Polyester | Fit: Loose, Roomy, Relaxed | Colors: Mosswood Brown/Summit White, College Grey/Summit White, Safety Orange/Summit White, Black/Summit White, Cannon/Summit White
Best Luxury Lounge Pant: Lunya Men’s Silksweats Midweight Reversible Jogger
Why We Love It: Luxury loungewear brand Lunya is known for its sustainable, chic collection of pajamas and loungewear for both men and women. The brand’s reversible joggers are a versatile option that feature both thermoregulating silk and super-soft sherpa fabric.
Who It’s For: The luxurious lounger.
Size Range: XS — 3XL | Inseam: 32 1/4” Materials: Cotton, Polyester | Fit: Straight Leg, Relaxed | Colors: Ash, Obsidian
Best Style-Forward Lounge Pant: Taylor Stitch The Apres Sashiko Pant
Why We Love It: It doesn’t get much more cozy than a pair of 100% organic Sashiko slub cotton from Taylor Stitch. These are also one of the best-looking pairs of pants on this list IMO.
Who It’s For: The dapper napper.
Size Range: XS — XXL | Inseam: 30″ Materials: 100% Organic Cotton, Sashiko Slub Texture | Fit: Medium Rise, Tailored, Tapered Leg | Colors: Black Indigo Sashiko, Coal Double Cloth, Burgundy Double Cloth, Charcoal Sashiko, Rinsed Indigo Sashiko, Natural Sashiko, Washed Indigo Sashiko, Heather Midnight Quilted Jersey, Heather Coal Quilted Jersey, Black Cherry Sashiko, Cypress Sashiko
Best Affordable Lounge Pant: Quince Organic Heavyweight Fleece Joggers
Why We Love It: Retailing for $50, Quince’s top-rated 100% organic cotton heavyweight fleece sweatpants are a steal.
Who It’s For: The budget-conscious king.
Size Range: S — XXL | Inseam: 28″ — 30″ Materials: 100% Organic Cotton Heavyweight Fleece | Fit: Jogger | Colors: Black, Heather Grey
Best Elevated Pajama/Lounge Pant: Intimissimi Full Length Pants in Striped Cotton
Why We Love It: Maybe the classiest pajama bottoms I’ve seen.
Who It’s For: The boujee sleeper.
Size Range: S — XXL | Materials: 100% Cotton | Fit: Regular | Colors: Midnight Blue/Denim Blue Stripes
Best Flannel Pajama/Lounge Pant: L.L.Bean Men’s Scotch Plaid Flannel Sleep Pants
Why We Love It: If you must lounge around in flannel pajama pants, let them be from L.L. Bean. Made from 100% Portuguese cotton flannel that’s brushed eight times for a super-cozy, lived-in feel.
Who It’s For: The man who just really loves the classics.
Size Range: S — XXXL | Inseams: 28″ — 34″ | Materials: 100% Cotton | Fit: Regular | Colors: Navy Stewart, Bean of Freeport Natural, Wallace, Black Watch Tartan, Grey Stewart, Swan, Princess Mary, Vintage Tartan
How We Made These Picks
We’ve selected the above lounge pants based on a variety of factors: their general popularity, as defined by public intrigue, market impact and cultural relevance, as well as our own personal experience with the pieces. As experts in the field, we’ve (collectively) spent years testing hundreds of pants across all manner of brands, materials and fits and generally immersed ourselves in the world of style, which informed our top picks for the best lounge pants of all time.
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