Sweatpants for anyone with wide hips

Short answer: If you have wide hips, choose sweatpants by the hips and let the waist be the part that can be adjusted. A straight or slightly relaxed cut, a soft fabric with some stretch and a waistband that does not cut in usually give the best fit. Try them on sitting down, so you feel where they pull.

The hips decide the size

If the trousers fit at the hips but are loose at the waist, the waist is usually easier to adjust than the hips. So choose the size by the widest point and let the elastic or drawstring do the rest. Trousers that are too tight over the hips pull at the fabric and fit badly, even if they look fine at the waist.

A cut with room

Straight legs and a slightly relaxed cut let the fabric fall calmly from the hips without pulling. Very slim legs can emphasise the difference between hip and ankle and feel tight. If you want slim legs at the bottom, look for trousers with plenty of room at the hip and thigh before they taper.

The fall and stretch of the fabric

A soft fabric with a little stretch gives when you sit down and walk, and springs back easily afterwards. Fabric that is completely stiff or very thin can pull or show creases across the hips. Feel the fabric in your hand and choose one that feels full and soft without becoming heavy.

The waist and the elastic

A wide, soft elastic at the waist sits calmly and does not cut in when you sit. The drawstring lets you adjust so the trousers stay up without pressing. If the trousers slip down at the waist but fit well over the hips, a slightly firmer pull on the drawstring can help, without needing a smaller size.

Length and legs

Check the length both standing and sitting. If the leg is too short, the trousers ride up at the ankle when you sit down, and if too long, they can gather around the foot. A cuff at the bottom holds the trousers in place, while a straight leg gives more freedom with socks and shoes. Choose by how you like to dress.

The length of the top over them

Choose a top that ends at or just below the hip, so it does not stop at the widest point and create a sharp edge. That applies especially to hoodies, where a slightly longer model gives a calm overall look. You can see the range of bamboo hoodie for women, which can be combined with your sweatpants.

A set that fits together

When trousers and top match in fabric and colour, it often looks more put together, and you do not have to think about making everything go together. You can see options among bamboo sweatwear, where you can choose pieces in the size that suits you exactly. It is perfectly fine to buy the top and bottom in different sizes.

What others choose again

If you are unsure which model to start with, it can help to see what others choose again and again. You can see a list of bestsellers for women, where many find a fit they come back to. Remember that your body is your own, so use them as inspiration and not as a rule.

Frequently asked questions

Should I choose sweatpants by the hips or the waist?

Choose by the hips if they are your widest point. The waist can be adjusted with elastic or drawstring, while the hips cannot be made wider once the fabric fits tightly.

Which cut suits wide hips best?

Straight legs or a slightly relaxed cut often sit calmly. Very slim legs can feel tight, so choose a cut with plenty of room at the hip and thigh.

How do I check whether sweatpants fit well?

Try them on both standing and sitting. Check that they do not pull across hips and thighs, that the waist sits calmly and that the length works when you sit down.

See our range of bamboo sweatpants.