9 best men's tracksuits: Celebrate the athleisure trend with streetwear classics and statement sets

With the growing influence of streetstyle on luxury brands, the humble tracksuit is having a renaissance

While most choices on this list come as a complete set, in some instances we’ve mixed and matched to create a more interesting look (Reiss/Puma/Prevu)

Tracksuits straddle the sartorial divide between high and low fashion. With the rise of athleisure and the growing influence of streetstyle on luxury brands, it seems everyone from high street stores to fashion week favourites are falling in love with this humble staple, bred on the athletic tracks of the Sixties.

Universally loved for its comfort and convenience, the tracksuit was pioneered as a lifestyle outfit first by Bruce Lee in the Seventies and adopted by Hip Hop’s elite including Run D.M.C., The Beastie Boys and LL Cool J in the 1980s.

The tracksuit has been a fashion staple ever since, even surviving the post shell suit backlash, with politicians (Barack Obama and Jeremy Corbyn both have a penchant), celebrities and designers showing their love for this timeless wardrobe essential.

While most choices on this list come as a complete set, in some instances we’ve mixed and matched to create a more interesting look. As always, we’ve based our choices on price, comfort and style.

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Arcminute euluer hoodie and miletus joggers: £45 joggers, £50 hoodie, Arcminute

Arcminute is an up-and-coming streetwear brand founded by London-based, Ghanaian-raised designer Alexandra Kocovska Cipriani. The brand favours bold colour blocks and simple graphics which combine to dramatic effect. The simplicity of the garments belie loads of technical knowhow. Take the euler hoodie for example, which features raised rubber lettering, zipped kangaroo pockets and cool two-tone panelled sleeves.

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Adidas light woven tracksuit: £69.95, Adidas

Adidas has a history of making great tracksuits and this bomber jacket and pants set is no exception. The fit is loose but form fitting with breathable material, with elasticated wrists and ankles for extra comfort. This tracksuit is also available in black and white, however we prefer the red and blue combo for a clash of colour.

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Puma x Les Benjamins men's track jacket and track pants: £50 jacket, £45 pants, Puma

German sportswear giant Puma’s collaboration with Istanbul-based streetwear brand Les Benjamins is definitely one to watch. The capsule collection was inspired by Les Benjamin-founder Bunyamin Aydin’s Turkish roots. The tracksuit features prints mimicking traditional Turkish carpets which looks cool in monochromatic black and white. There’s a breathable mesh section on the back and elasticated cuffs so you can wear it all day.

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Joseph track top technical jersey and track pants: £150 jersey, £100 track pants, Joseph

Joseph has some serious sartorial heritage. Founded in 1970s London by Moroccan Joseph Ettedgui, the brand has developed a reputation for doing the simple things very, very well. The elegant technical jersey and trackpants are made with softer, more flexible and durable polyamide material. Wear it the matching blue and white striped pants or black trousers for a sophisticated yet active look.

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Reiss maddison tracksuit top and maddox joggers: £80 top, £60 joggers, Reiss

Reiss does affordable luxury really well and this tracksuit top and jogger combo is no exception. The more tapered, tailored fit is inspired by Seventies Havana, along with the stripes which run the full length of the tracksuit. The poppers on the pockets lend a relaxed touch to this otherwise more luxurious look.

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Prevu Fletcher Street twinset top and trousers: £50 top, £43 trousers, Prevu

Prevu has been putting its East London spin on continental style classics since 2015. The Fletcher Street twinset is sophisticated enough to be work out. The material is quite warm so perfect for cooler spring and autumn days. The pattern is quintessential English style but with a cool twist in the light blue colourway.

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K Swiss flaxton half zip and redondo track BTM joggers: £32.50 jacket, £30 joggers, K Swiss

K Swiss is another original streetwear brand that’s also peeking out from behind the shadow of the sportswear behemoths. Born on the streets of California by Swiss brothers, K Swiss was recently snapped up by Chinese sportswear giants Xtep International. With cool yet understated pieces like this set, the affordable brand is one to watch.

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Kappa banda anniston track jacket and joggers: £38.50 jacket, £45 joggers, ASOS

Kappa’s “omini” logo, depicting a man and a woman leaning back-to-back, was once synonymous with streetwear. The Italian brand, founded in the 1960s, is enjoying a renaissance thanks to social media and some celebrity admirers. Now the duo are back and better than ever in this bright green number with white and black taping down the arms and legs. Viva l’Italia!

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Fila Doug denim track top and Dominic track pants: £75 top, £70 bottoms, Fila

This Fila denim number is straight out of a Nineties fashion playbook and is about as retro as they come; not to everyone’s taste, but certainly an eye-catching ensemble. The secure front pouch and cargo pockets make this a great option for festival goers, as does the funky light blue colourway with purple and pale yellow accents.

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The verdict: Men's tracksuits

If athleisure is your thing then Arcminute is a brand you’ll want to embrace for the future. Well made with bold designs, you’re sure to get a fair share of compliments when you step out in one of their pieces. Prevu is another one to watch. Their pieces boast plenty of creative flair and the brand is taking athleisure in new and interesting directions – perfect for those who like to stand out from the crowd. Kappa’s renaissance is thanks to their connection to heritage and the latest collections don’t disappoint.