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From all-day lounging to international flights, these sweats have you covered.

Abercrombie & Fitch Baggy Open-Hem Sweatpants, J.Crew Summit Soft Knit Fleece Sweatpants, and Mack Weldon ACE Sweatpants on a blue background

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The right pair of pants makes or breaks your travel day.

Comfort is king on long-haul, international flights.

You get what you pay for higher quality means a higher price tag.

Huckberry Trumbull Vintage Wash Classic Sweatpant

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Designed by menswear whisperer Aaron Levine, Trumbulls aesthetic harkens back to the glory days of sweatpants.

Think Muhammed Ali in his prime, but in a modern silhouette.

Its a timeless style that makes every place feel like home.

Todd Snyder x Champion Oversized Waffle Sweatpants

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These are the best sweatpants I own, bar none.

And Trumbull is made in Detroit, a bonus for this Michigan-based writer.

These are designer sweats with a price tag to match.

mack-weldon-ace-sweatpant

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Wrinkles are a travelers nightmare but the inevitable result of jet-setting.

Choose a fabric that just doesnt wrinkle.

Be careful not to catch on any thorns or branches as these joggers may be susceptible to rips.

Imogene + Willow Fethiye Pants

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What makes the difference?

The Aces are comfortable when sitting for more than an hour AND when jogging.

Imogene + Willie may be famous for denim, but the brand knows quality fabric across all stripes.

Icebreaker Men’s Merino Blend 200 Shifter Pants

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This is not a 100 percent merino wool style, but rather a blend with synthetic lyocell.

When it comes to warding off the travel funk, theres nothing better than merino wool.

The rugged hemp material is less immediately comfortable than a poly-fleece blend.

Patagonia Hemp Work Sweatpants

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And thats a good thing.

The garment-dyeing process gives the sweatpants a slightly acid-wash feel, which might not be to everyones taste.

Outerknowns mission centers on sustainable materials, travel-worthy silhouettes, and very comfortable fabrics.

Outerknown Sur Sweatpants

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The Sur Sweatpants live up to that lofty goal.

Specifically designed for travel days, think of these as the sweatpant equivalent of buying carbon offsets.

Theyre less warm than others on this list.

Russell Men’s Dri-Power Open Bottom Fleece Sweatpants

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Russells sweats are classic for a reason: the brand helped invent the category.

Russel delivers this at a price point that wont break the bank.

The sweatpants are dyed with genuine indigo dye, a color that can fade or rub off on fabric.

Industry of All Nations Super Sweatpants

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I have a few Industry of All Nations pieces and their dyes and fabrics are unmatched.

This Brooklyn-based brand creates luxury by expertly executing the basics.

The inseam can run a little long, so be sure to check your measurements before buying.

Reigning Champ Midweight Terry Relaxed Sweatpant

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Boxing inspired, but fit for lounging, Reigning Champs relaxed-fit sweatpants contain multitudes.

Dealers choice, but either way, youll be comfortable.

Consider sizing up if you plan to layer them over shorts.

Amazon adidas Men’s Adicolor Beckenbauer Track Pants

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Theyre a win even if youre no longer scoring hat tricks.

Popular colors sell through quickly and may be out of stock.

Abercrombie continues to impress with its sharp POV on menswear basics.

Abercrombie & Fitch Baggy Open-Hem Sweatpant

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These heavyweight sweatpants hit the mark they’re well made, comfortable, and decently priced.

J.Crew frequently runs sales, so you may consider waiting to purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you normally wear your pants?

J.Crew Summit 11oz Soft Knit Fleece Sweatpant

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Have you embraced the oversized trend or are you still firmly on the skinny jeans train?

You should dress to your own level of comfort, and sweatpants are no exception.

This will depend on the material of your sweats.

Cotton, hemp, and wool all have different care instructions.

The inseam length varies from brand to brand on mens sweatpants.

Unlike jeans or dress pants, sweatpants inseams are not standardized in their sizing options.

Digging into the product descriptions or trying them on in person is always helpful.

And remember you might always bring them to a local tailor for hemming should you need it.

Not everything hes tried made this roundup only the fabrics and silhouettes that went the extra mile.