Out of the blue, sweatpants are back in style—incorporate this chic coat trend to wear them the fashionable way in 2025.

      Sweatpants often receive negative reviews, regarded as sloppy or overly casual, while leggings are deemed acceptable for a variety of outfits, paired with blazers and kitten heels as well as sneakers and cropped puffers. This perception is quite unfair, especially since sweatpants can exude just as much style as leggings—provided they are styled appropriately. The trick is to match your clean and crisp sweatpants and sweatsuits with highly elegant items that counterbalance their relaxed fit and soft texture. For example, Elsa Hosk recently sported a light heather-gray set alongside a long faux-fur coat, an Hermès Birkin bag, and white pumps. This combination effortlessly elevated her cozy attire into a stunning outfit suitable for almost any occasion. While her Birkin and heels certainly contributed to the overall look, the main factor that elevated Hosk's sweatsuit was her choice of coat. Her chocolate-brown faux-fur coat from Helsa, which, according to her Instagram, is currently available for purchase (along with her jogger set), added a luxurious touch that transformed her sweatpants into a more refined ensemble.

      On Elsa Hosk: Helsa The Irina Faux Fur Coat ($649), The Full Sweatshirt ($198), and The Full Sweatpants ($229); Hermès bag

      Helsa

      The Irina Faux Fur Coat

      Helsa

      The Full Sweatpants in Fleece

      Helsa

      The Full Sweatshirt in Fleece

      Hosk is not alone in bringing this winter outfit into 2025. In London, content creator Marilyn Nwawulor-Kazemaks is also styling her gray sweats with fur coats, showcasing that this cold-weather look is global and poised for widespread popularity. On Instagram, she shared images of herself in ankle-fitted gray joggers paired with a fur-trimmed, cinched-waist coat and black slingback pumps, creating an unexpectedly successful outfit. It's both warm and practical yet remains stylish and chic.

      So while leggings are a solid choice for winter, don't overlook sweatpants this season. Just remember to style them with a fur coat to ensure they feel as fashionable as possible for 2025. Continue scrolling to discover the best sweatpants and fur coats for your wardrobe this season.

      Shop Sweats and Fur Coats

      Aritzia

      Cozy Sweatfleece Mega Straight Sweatpant

      LAMARQUE

      Darelle Faux Fur Maxi Coat

      SKIMS

      Cotton Fleece Classic Straight Leg Pant

      Abercrombie

      Long Faux Fur Coat

      Le Bop

      Charli Jogger Pants

      MANGO

      Faux-Fur Coat With Belt

      Gap

      Vintagesoft Baggy Sweatpants

      Vuori

      Sedona Straight Leg Sweatpants

      Polo Ralph Lauren

      Wide Leg Cotton Blend Fleece Sweatpants

      Apparis

      Gabrielle Faux Fur Long Coat

      Donni.

      The Eco Terry Sweatpants