When I was in high school and college, the only reason I wore loungewear (a.k.a. sweatpants that said “Pink”) to class was because I was sick that day. It wasn’t until post-grad life that I discovered women’s joggers and matching loungewear sets that are not only comfortable, but also made me feel put together. That’s why I teamed up with our experts to find the best women’s loungewear.
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best overall loungewear
Vuori Performance Jogger
We are often testing loungewear and athleisure clothing from Vuori in the Lab and among consumer testers. In Lab testing,the fabric held up after repeated wears and washes. We also found the pants made of polyester and elastane to be soft and lightweight enough for year-round use. GH analysts reported the joggers drape in a flattering way and are stretchy and comfortable. You can choose from over a dozen colors.
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best value loungewear
Hanes Women’s Ecosmart V-Notch Crewneck Sweatshirt
The price is right and so is the quality of this Hanes sweatshirt. In fact, the affordable brand consistently outperforms more expensive styles in Lab testing. Plus, this crewneck in particular has over 40,000 five-star Amazon reviews with a few satisfied shoppers returning to buy seconds. The cotton-and-polyester sweatshirt is soft and comfortable and our staffers appreciate the fleece lining come winter.
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best pajamas
Eberjey Women’s Gisele Two-piece Long Sleeve & Pant Pj Pajama Set
We’ve included Eberjy Pajamas in multiple shopping guides over the years and are here to report they are some of the best Pjs we’ve tried. This buttery soft set made of Tencel and spandex is designed to avoid creases and shrinkage, according to the brand. One Amazon five-star review confirmed this: “The fit was on point and these were so soft. I’ve washed them a number of times and they are still like new, no fading or wrinkling.”
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Best Sweatshirt
Abercrombie & Fitch Essential Sunday Half-Zip
Upgrade your beat-up sweatshirt to this top-rated Sunday half-zip from Abercrombie & Fitch. It has a 4.8-star rating across more than 540 shoppers and is available in over a dozen colors. We like that it’s made from heavyweight cotton-polyester fabric and has a slouchy, on-trend neckline. “This is the comfiest half-zip ever. I own it in multiple colors,” wrote one satisfied A&F shopper.
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Best Loungewear Set with Plus Sizes
Universal Standard UltimateS Dolci TopPetal Purple
Available in six colors, sizes from 4XS (00/0) to 4XL (38/40), and both short or long sleeves, this top is super soft and features an off-the-shoulder neckline that’s easy-breezy. You can also pair the cotton-Modal blend top with the matching UltimateS Mola Lounge Pants for a complete set.
One thing to note is that Universal Standard’s inventory can fluctuate. Our editors recommend acting fast when you find a piece of clothing you love, especially if the item is part of a limited-time collection.
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Best Petite Loungewear Set
Gap Vintage Soft Zip Hoodie
Gap is a staple brand for GH editors who love its classic wardrobe staples like this hoodie. You can choose between petite, regular and tall sizing as well as six neutral colors — two of which say “Gap” on the front. We like that Gap pre-washes its sweats to improve its softness. Pair this cotton-polyester sweatshirt with its matching joggers or wide leg sweatpants.
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Best Loungewear Set for Travel
Uniqlo Washable Knit Ribbed Pants
Uniqlo is another editor-favorite brand that our pros often recommend because it offers affordable prices without compromising on quality. In fact, Textiles, Paper & Apparel Lab Product Analyst Grace Wu reported her Uniqlo loungewear has held up really well over the years.
Made of a machine-washable rayon blend, these ribbed pants feature two side pockets and an adjustable drawstring. For around $30, these are a steal but note that a few colors are currently out of stock. You can also shop the matching Knit Ribber Camisole (currently low in stock). The set or each piece on its own offers an elevated comfy outfit for long plane, train or car rides.
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Best Sweatpants
Champion Women’s Lightweight Lounge Pant
You may be familiar with Champion’s sweatshirts, but we’re here to say its loungewear bottoms are just as comfortable. The cotton-blend material is lightweight and comfortable on the skin. These bottoms have over 12,000 five-star reviews on Amazon that confirm its comfy fit — even for working out. Our style pros like the straight-leg design as well, but agreed with some customers who suggested that side pockets would be a convenient touch.
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best ribbed hoodie
Alo Yoga Muse Hoodie
Our pros highlight Alo Yoga’s Muse line in our guide to the best women’s hoodies because we found it to be an exception when it comes to ribbed sweatshirts, which can often cling to your body. Instead, this polyester-blend hoodie has a more structured texture and is a go-to for GH experts. One wears it almost every night and reported she has observed minimal pilling even after washing it dozens of times.
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most comfortable loungewear
Quince SuperSoft Fleece Wide Leg Pants
If you, like me, put on your favorite sweatpants when you’re feeling lazy, consider these wide-leg pants that up the cozy factor. During Lab testing, we found the Tencel-blend pants to be soft and appreciated the fleece lining. Even if you wear these cropped pants on a cool day, the lining will help keep you warm even if the wind picks up.
They have a near-perfect score of 4.8 stars out of 5 online and over 1,750 customer reviews. One shopper even wrote that these pants were so comfortable that they “didn’t want to take them off.”
