Sweatpants and jogging bottoms, the same thing with two names

Short answer: Sweatpants and jogging bottoms are in everyday use largely the same thing: soft trousers with an elastic waist. The difference lies mostly in what you are used to calling them and in the cut of the leg. Here is what the words cover and what bamboo sweatpants are.

Why two names for the same trousers

Sweatpants is the American word, and jogging bottoms is the British one. Both describe soft, relaxed trousers made of sweat fabric or similar knit. The two words are used interchangeably, and shops usually choose the word that brings the most searches.

What bamboo sweatpants are

Bamboo sweatpants are soft trousers made of viscose from bamboo, often blended with a little elastane. They have an elastic waist and are made to sit comfortably. They are worn at home, when travelling and in leisure time. There is no more to it, and that is exactly the point.

The difference in the leg

Some sweatpants have a straight leg, others are narrow and have a cuff at the bottom. Trousers with a cuff are often called joggers, while those with a straight leg often go by the name sweatpants. But there is no fixed rule, so look at the pictures and the description to see which cut you get.

The fabric

Both sweatpants and jogging bottoms can be made of different fabrics. Thinner fabric feels lighter, thicker fabric feels warmer. Viscose from bamboo is soft and drapes calmly. Read the product description to see how thick the fabric is if you want to wear them all year.

How to choose the fit

Choose by what you need the trousers for. At home a loose fit is comfortable. For a day on the move a narrower one can be practical. Look at bamboo sweatpants for men to compare cuts, and measure your own trousers so you know what fits.

What to combine them with

Sweatpants go with many tops. For a calm look put on a bamboo sweatshirt for men, and for a lighter day a T-shirt is enough. Stick to a few colours so the trousers can be used with most of what you own.

T-shirts under and with

When you wear sweatpants, you do not need anything complicated on top. Bamboo T-shirts for men are a simple choice that can also be worn under a sweatshirt. That gives soft layers that suit the trousers and let you adjust to the temperature.

Caring for sweatpants

Wash at a low temperature with a mild detergent and without fabric softener, and let the trousers air dry. Turn them inside out so the surface stays good-looking. That way they keep their softness and their shape, whether you call them sweatpants or jogging bottoms.

Frequently asked questions

Are sweatpants and jogging bottoms the same thing?

Almost always yes. Both words mean soft trousers with an elastic waist. Some use joggers for models with a cuff, but there is no fixed rule, so always check the pictures.

Can sweatpants be worn outside the home?

Yes, if you choose a decent fit and a good-looking fabric. Many wear them for travel and leisure. It is about how relaxed you want to look and whether you feel comfortable.

Which size should I choose?

Measure a pair of trousers you know and compare with the size guide on the product page. For home you can go a little loose, for a day on the move a little closer. If you are between two sizes, take the larger one.