You buy a tracksuit because you love the whole look. Then the two pieces stay together on the hanger, and you end up wearing them exactly the same way every time. Sound familiar?
I always look at a matching set as separates first. Can the bottoms work with a top you already own? Can the sweatshirt go with your favourite jeans? That is where you start getting more outfits from the same purchase.
With the new Adara pieces now at Unscripted in Haslingden, here are three ways I would break up a tracksuit for everyday wear around Rossendale.
1. Wide-leg joggers with a fitted white T-shirt
Start with the Adara Black Unisex Wide-Leg Joggers and swap the matching hoodie for the Core Organic Cotton Rib Baby Tee. The joggers have a relaxed leg, so the closer-fitting tee gives the outfit a different shape straight away.
Tuck the tee in smoothly, adjust the drawstring so the waistband sits comfortably, and add trainers you already own. A short jacket and a small shoulder bag will take this from sofa clothes to a coffee-and-errands outfit.
The detail that matters: check the trouser length with your shoes on. The hem should sit clear of the ground rather than trail under your heel. Try a different trainer sole height if it is only slightly long; if it still drags, shortening the hem is a better solution than constantly pulling the waist up.
2. An oversized hoodie with your own denim
The Adara Black Oversized Embroidered Hoodie does not have to stay with black joggers. Try it over straight-leg blue jeans for an easy contrast, or faded grey denim if you prefer a quieter colour palette.
Because the hoodie is already oversized, start with your usual size and check the fit rather than automatically sizing up. Let the shoulders feel relaxed, then look at where the hem finishes on you. Gently pushing the sleeves back to your wrists can make the whole outfit feel less swallowed-up.
Keep the denim and shoes simple so the tonal embroidery can do its job. This is a useful outfit for a relaxed lunch in Rawtenstall or a day when you want to feel comfortable without wearing the full set.
Try this before buying anything else: lay the hoodie beside two pairs of jeans already in your wardrobe. You might find your next weekend outfit without needing another new piece.
3. Mix khaki and black instead of matching head to toe
If a full tracksuit feels a little too casual for you, try the Adara Khaki Green Cropped Polo Sweatshirt with the black wide-leg joggers. The collar gives the top more definition, while its shorter hem lets you see the waistband without having to tuck thick fabric into it.
Khaki and black are an easy starting point if you usually stick to neutrals. Repeat the black in your trainers or bag, then keep any extra layer plain. You are working with two main colours, not trying to coordinate five different things.
If you prefer a matching look, the Adara Khaki Green Wide-Leg Joggers are the other option. The tops and bottoms are sold separately, so choose the size that works for each part of your body rather than feeling tied to one size for the whole outfit.
My fitting-room check for a relaxed outfit
- Sit down: the waistband should still feel comfortable.
- Walk in your intended shoes: check the hem does not catch beneath them.
- Look at the whole outline: a fitted tee or a shorter sweatshirt can balance a wide leg without making the outfit tight.
- Check your own wardrobe: aim for at least two other pieces you would wear with each new item.
For colder Lancashire days, add the coat and footwear that suit your plans; a sweatshirt is not a substitute for a weatherproof outer layer.
Try the pieces separately in Haslingden
If you love a set but cannot picture yourself wearing it another way, bring your usual jeans or favourite jacket into the boutique. We can try the combinations together and help you decide what genuinely earns its place in your wardrobe.
And if it is the white tee that never feels quite right, our Core T-shirt fit guide explains the different necklines and lengths before you choose.
Selene x
Owner & Stylist, Unscripted