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The tracksuit is an item of clothing that has had a long and fascinating history. As the name implies, it was originally intended for use purely by athletes.
The company that invented the tracksuit was a French one – Le Coq Sportif – back in 1939. In those earliest days, it was known as ‘The Sunday Suit’.
If there is a point at which tracksuit use started to become more widespread, it was during the 1960s. That was when the first Adidas model was launched.
This article is going to explore the evolution of the tracksuit, looking at how it has remained popular.
Popular Tracksuit Sets for 2025
There should be no doubting that tracksuits are still very popular as leisurewear. Here are some examples of the hottest sets for 2025.
Rockstar Art Dist. Vintage Grey Tracksuit
This relaxed fit track set comes in vintage grey with slight splashes of color. It is a two-piece set made from polyester and cotton, with a hooded top and pockets that are slanted.
It has become popular as a piece of male leisurewear because it combines street stylishness with comfort. That makes it ideal for everything from hitting the gym to hitting the bar.
Yarden Graphic Hoodie/Stacked Flare Pant Tracksuit
This is an altogether different proposition, but another very popular track set this year. It is also made out of cotton and polyester, but there the similarities with the previous model end.
This set comes with pants in the stacked style and with flared legs. That mix of the modern and retro is a big part of its appeal.
That popularity is due to the dynamic graphic art on the top too though. This gives it an ‘edgy’ urban street-wear vibe that never really goes out of fashion.
Briggs Slim Fit Tracksuit
While some people prefer a loose fit, others favor track sets that are more figure-hugging. Slim fit brands like this cotton, polyester and spandex model are very much in style for 2025 too.
It comes with a hooded top and light grey and orange coloring. The slim fit makes it perfect for showing off the results of your work in the gym.
How Tracksuits Have Evolved Through the Years
So those are the hot styles for 2025, but how did the tracksuit get to this point? It is a far cry from The Sunday Suit.
For one thing, that prototype model was made out of wool. No one would dream of using wool for a tracksuit now, but it was standard in the early days.
That is because the aim of them was to help athletes keep their muscles warm before competitions. It was only during the 1960s and 1970s that materials such as nylon and polyester replaced it.
The effect of that was to make tracksuits lightweight and easier for people to wear. It is no coincidence that this is also when they started to become fashionable items. Nike and Adidas both released iconic tracksuit sets in the 1970s.
What accelerated the evolution of tracksuit style even further was the rise of hip-hop during the following decade. Bands like Public Enemy and the Beastie Boys made it synonymous with street style. It has remained at the heart of urban fashion ever since.
In more recent times, the hit TV show ‘Squid Game’ has led to a revival in tracksuit popularity. Its star now fronts an advertising campaign for Adidas Originals. This shows that classic models from the past can still be part of its future.
We will have to wait and see where the history of the tracksuit takes it next.
The tracksuit has undergone an evolution based on both the materials used in its manufacture and its primary purpose. From a heavy garment for practical athletics use to a street style statement, it has been a real journey. It now remains an absolute fashion statement known for both its comfortable qualities and function ability.