I Just Got Back From L.A., and Everyone Was Wearing These Effortlessly Cool Pants-Comfy Styles Start at $20

"I kept spotting the same polished pants everywhere, on coffee runs, neighborhood walks, out to dinner, and even in airport terminals, that I knew were worth a closer look. Track pants have officially graduated beyond the gym and into a wardrobe staple for athleisure, travel, and everyday outfits. Thanks to their drapey, wide-leg silhouette, ultra-stretchy elastic waistband, and subtle side-stripe detailing, they're undeniably comfortable and stylish."

"Athleta's activewear blends high-performance fabrics with versatile, everyday fashion, proving the Tempo Mid-rise Wide-leg Track Pants work just as well beyond the locker room. On the outside, they deliver a sleek, sporty polish, while the cotton-lined interior brings sweatpant-level comfort. Even better, the track pants' premium performance fabric is wrinkle-free, making them ideal for packing or wearing on a long-haul flight and arriving at your destination as put-together as you did when you boarded."

Track pants have transitioned from gym wear to essential everyday pieces, prized for their drapey wide-leg silhouette, ultra-stretchy elastic waistbands, and subtle side-stripe detailing. The silhouette delivers a laid-back yet polished look suited for travel days, long flights, and busy itineraries while remaining affordable with options starting around $20. Specific styles like the Tapata Loose Track Pants use quick-dry fabric, offer loose relaxed shapes, multiple colors, and varied inseams for different heights. Performance-focused options like Athleta's Tempo Mid-rise Wide-leg combine wrinkle-free premium fabric with a cotton-lined interior for sweatpant-level comfort and packability.

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