Maybe, like us, you became a tad obsessed with loungewear during quarantine when WFH attire became the new normal. But even if you’ve had to return to the office full time, that doesn’t mean you can’t kick back and enjoy the loungewear trend when you’re off duty. We’re here to say that loungewear is still in and cool to wear to work (remotely that is, unless you have casual Fridays). Our style experts in theDailyNow&Then Textiles, Paper & Apparel Lab researched over 20 loungewear brands to find the best men’s loungewear.
From top-rated men’s pajamas to customer-favorite sweatpants, joggers, hoodies and more, we found the coziest loungewear from best-selling brands we’ve tested in Lab and among consumer testers. Any one of these sets or separates will make for an excellent guy’s gift come his birthday or the holiday season. Regardless of the time of year, there are plenty of loungewear options for keeping comfortable and cool (or warm).
1 Best Overall Loungewear
Vuori Ponto Performance Pants
Vuori almost always comes out on top in our guides to the best loungewear and athleisure. These joggers are no different. The polyester blend has a buttery-soft feel and moisture-wicking technology to keep you cool. We appreciate that they have four-way stretch and zippered pockets.
If we haven’t convinced you yet, just peruse the more than 7,200 online reviews that describe these pants as well-fitted, stylish and a staple for wearing around the house.
2 Best Value Loungewear
Quince Modal Jersey Lounge Pants
For stylish finds at a more affordable price, Quince offers best-sellers in every style category, including loungewear. These Modal jersey pants have an impressive 4.9-star rating with multiple five-star reviews that said they even keep you cool and comfortable in hot weather. We appreciate the side pockets and faux fly which give them a more finished look. Choose from four neutral shades to match with your favorite tee.
3 Best Pajamas
Eberjey Henry TENCEL Modal Long PJ Set
Even though it comes with two pieces, just under $160 is still a lot to spend on a pajama set — but we’ll make the case for this duo by Eberjey. The henley top with functional buttons alongside the pants with a faux fly and pockets turn these PJs into a daytime loungewear alternative. You can choose from seven colors andthe set has a perfect five-star rating online across 240 customer reviews. One satisfied shopper wrote: “I bought these for my boyfriend and he will not wear anything else!”
4 Most Comfortable Pajamas
Tommy John Second Skin Long Sleeve Pajama Tee & Pant Set
Slightly less expensive than the Eberjey pjs, this top and bottom set is just as cozy for “Netflix and chill.” The set has over 2,700 online reviews with several satisfied shoppers describing the Second Skin set as “excellent” and “super comfortable.” You can wear them all night or all day, as one five-star review reported, and you’ll appreciate the soft Modal jersey-blend fabric that’s designed to keep its shape and not stretch out (even if you stretch out on the couch).
5 Best Lounge Shorts
Mack Weldon ACE Sweatshort 7”
Mack Weldon’s ACE collection is popular among online shoppers, including one of our staffer’s fathers. “I gifted my dad a zip-up hoodie and jogger set last year from them, and he wears them all the time,” said Grace Wu, Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab Product Analyst.
We like these sweatshorts just as much. They’re made from French terry and have a back pocket. While Wu says the brand is a splurge, a five-star review wrote: “Best pair of athletic shorts I’ve purchased in a while.”
6 Most Stylish Loungewear
lululemon Soft Jersey Tapered Pant
Lululemon came onto the scene as a popular athleisure brand and has since become known for its loungy staples like these jersey pants with a joggers-like silhouette. The pants have a soft, brushed feel and are designed wick sweat and dry quickly.
Our style pros like the tapered fit and appreciate the hidden phone and coin sleeves within the two side pockets. They’re the same price as our pick for best joggers but have a slightly elevated design.
7 Best Basic Loungewear Set
Los Angeles Apparel Heavy Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt
Paired with its matching sweatpants, this crewneck creates an upscale groufit (short for “gray outfit”) that you’ll want to put on at the end of the day (or the beginning of the day if you want). We like that this sweatshirt will keep you warm in the colder months, thanks to its fleece material and that it’s also designed to be moisture-wicking.
8 Best Splurge Lounge Shorts
Sunspel Cotton Modal Lounge Shorts
Close to $100 is tough to swallow for a pair of shorts, but Sunspel has mastered the art of cool loungewear. Cotton Modal jersey gives these shorts a silky smooth feel and is meant to help regular body temperature, according to the brand. You can pair it with the Modal Lounge T-shirt for a cozy cool set — although note that the top rings in at $115.
9 Best Luxury Jogger
Luxome Men’s Essential Jogger
Marketed as “the softest jogger pant ever,” the Luxome Essential jogger features a drawcord waist, four-way stretch and side and back pockets. It’s made from Modal fleece blend for a soft outer layer and plush interior. The material is also moisture-wicking, according to the brand, to keep you cool and relaxed at all times.
Five-star reviews confirmed the pants are soft with one reviewer who wrote: “They may well be the most comfortable pants I have ever worn.”
10 Best Sustainable Loungewear Set
Everlane The ReTrack Sweatpant
If shopping sustainably is important to you, you’ll appreciate Everlane’s commitment to minimizing its waste, pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, as well as its efforts to improve worker livelihood. These tapered-leg sweatpants are made from recycled cotton and polyester, per the brand’s description.
Several five-star reviews praised the sweatpants’ quality with a few who reported that they’re a worthy investment. Paired with the ReTrack Fleece Half-Zip ($98), they create a complete cozy look.
