What’s as Comfortable as Leggings but More Trendy for 2025? This Stylish Pant Movement.

      My dressing mantra is always "comfort above all," especially as the weather cools down. Leggings have been my preferred option for all-season wear, whether I'm traveling, running errands, or enjoying a day out with friends. This year, celebrities like Kaia Gerber and Lindsay Lohan have dressed up leggings by pairing them with cardigans or button-down shirts, but we've overlooked another comfy pant trend: track pants. This summer, sporty athletic shorts were favored by fashion enthusiasts and stars such as Zoë Kravitz, Hailey Bieber, and Emily Ratajkowski. Now, this casual athletic style is carrying over into the fall.

      I was initially hesitant to wear track pants frequently, as they often give off a similar "too casual" vibe as sweatpants. However, Ayo Edebiri was recently seen at the Venice International Film Festival in Italy wearing wide-leg black track pants, styled with a black button-down, a Chanel quilted hobo bag, and a baseball cap—an accessory that has become her signature. Although the sporty pants were quite loose and oversized, her polished leather bag and structured button-down lent her outfit a chic, relaxed, and elevated appearance.

      Leggings are undoubtedly a wardrobe essential at this point, but judging by how stylish Edebiri's track-pants outfit looks, I believe they'll compete with leggings this fall. So, if you’re looking for a new pair of comfortable, sporty pants that aren't leggings, keep reading.