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How to Dress Up Track Pants

Vibrant Varsity

The secret to this cool-girl style?

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Confidence (of course), plus just the right amount of colorandaesthetic blocking.

Stack layers of dressed-up basics on topincluding a formalblazerand sleeksunglasseswhile keeping your bottom half more unexpected.

Pointed-toe stilettos add the right spark of contrast, pulling together the head-to-toe look.

model wearing pink pants with ruffles on the back and sides

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Lean into this sporty pieces vintage past with a sweet gingham button-down and tiny sunglassesreminiscent of yesteryear.

Metallic ballet flats and a structural crossbodyboth foundational trends this yearkeep the look fresh for 2024.

If your dress code sways creative, try debuting soft lavender trousers during an in-office day.

Person wearing sunglasses, a bubble top, black track pants, and bracelets. They’re carrying a printed handbag

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Try elevating your classic sporty trousers with a sleek turtleneck and chicaccessoriesto match pace.

A primary color palette of vibrant hues adds a distinct sportswear feel to even the dressiest elements.

Lean further into the maximalism with an ostrich feather-embellished bag, just for fun.

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(Read: Go for monochromatic mirrorball vibes.)

Coordinate a silver pair of pull-on trousers with a shimmery bustier in a similar fabric.

The objective is high-contrast, and wed readily declare that this look secures major fashion points.

woman wearing black track pants, a gingham shirt, sunglasses, and a crossbody bag

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person wearing a navy blazer, lilac track pants, a lavender button-down shirt, and purple heels.

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Emily Ratajkowski wears a red turtleneck, bright blue track pants, gold hoops, and sunglasses.

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Person wears a ruffled white blouse with black track pants, pointed-toe heels and a feathered white bag

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person wears silver track pants, a structured corset top, and sneakers

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person wearing a floral mesh top, athletic pants, and sporty shoes. They’re carrying a hot pink bag

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