Women Can Wear Track Jackets Too | How to Rock the ‘90s Trend
Head to your boyfriend’s/brother’s closet, cause it’s time to steal his track jacket.
That’s right, I’ve given the men’s wardrobe staple a feminine makeover to show you that girls can easily wear track jackets too.
They’re just as chic on a female frame and the styling ideas below should offer up some inspiration on how to inject a little blokecore into your next fit with this athleisure jacket style.
Fit Idea #1 | Vintage Track Jacket + Dress Trousers + Polo Shirt
The spring Miu Miu fashion show was teeming with various iterations of tracksuit pieces and it provided inspiration for this outfit.
The neat thing about this look is that if you remove the sporty jacket you’ll be ready for a day at the office.
Give this trick a try by popping a track jacket on over a business look to instantly transform it from work mode to after dark dressing.
The casual athletic jacket creates a stronger juxtaposition with the dressy slacks and polo shirt (and is much more unexpected) than when paired with your typical jean jacket.
Next time you reflexively reach for your denim jacket, give a track jacket a try instead for a fresh take on high-low dressing.
– OUTFIT DETAILS –
HEELED SANDALS | Bershka (similar by Cult of Coquette)
PURSE | Angela Roi (current styles by Angela Roi)
SUNGLASSES | Max Mara (current styles by Max Mara)
Fit Idea #2 | Track Jacket + Running Shorts + Bike Shorts + Dressy Blouse
Why not make your own tracksuit by pairing matching athletic pieces?
Here I’ve paired preloved Adidas tracksuit shorts with a vintage Pony track jacket. It was a real thrifting miracle that the coloring of each item is so identical that they combine to make the perfect tracksuit.
To give your tracksuit an unexpected twist, use a dressy blouse to break up the sporty vibe.
Go for a floral version (in colors that mesh well with the tracksuit) to elevate your athletic street style fit.
Color-blocked trekking sandals from Teva worn with socks, bike shorts, and a ’90s style nylon purse earn this look a stamp of approval for fashion week.
– OUTFIT DETAILS –
TREKKING SANDALS | Teva (current styles by Teva)
ORGANIC COTTON SOCKS | Pact
PURSE | Peta + Jain (current styles by Peta + Jain)
Fit Idea #3 | Track Jacket + Floral Maxi Dress
Use a varsity track jacket to elicit schoolgirl vibes and pair it over the quintessential dress for summer: a floral maxi.
Aviator shades add a bit of borrowed-from-the-boys vibes and to embrace a revived trend of the ‘90s, style your maxi dress with bleach-white socks and penny loafers (here are my favorite styles).
So very Elaine Benes circa 1993.
Whereas this version is ready for your weekend activities, if you remove the jacket you have another work-appropriate look.
– OUTFIT DETAILS –
NAVY LOAFERS | By Blanch (similar by Will’s Vegan Store)
PURSE | Sans Beast (current styles by Sans Beast)
SUNGLASSES | Ray-Bay
Final Thoughts
Track jackets are arguably more popular with men but that’s no reason to stop you from sporting this cool unisex streetwear piece and I hope these creative styling tips provided some inspiration for your next look.
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Michelle Rothenburger
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FAQs
What do you wear with a track jacket?
You can go full tracksuit mode and wear your track jacket with athletic shorts, a tennis skirt, or track pants; opt for a high-low style by pairing it with a dress; wear it over dress slacks and a polo shirt for a look that will take you from the office to dinner with friends; or pair it with jeans for ultra cool and casual vibes. Think of it like a jean jacket and the styling possibilities are infinite.
What do you wear under a track jacket?
A track jacket works as a great top layer and can be styled over everything from a dressy blouse or basic t-shirt to a button-up shirt or a sweatshirt. Think of it like a denim jacket and the styling possibilities are endless.
How do you style a track jacket?
Track jackets can be styled over everything from a dressy blouse or basic t-shirt to a button-up shirt or a sweatshirt. A track jacket is infinitely easier to style when you think of it like a jean jacket and style it as such.
Can I wear a track jacket with jeans?
You can absolutely wear a track jacket with jeans! A track jacket with jeans is probably the easiest and most casual way to style them. Pair your jeans and jacket with heels for a chic and trendy take or with sneakers for extra comfort points.
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