Uniqlo's Fan-Favorite $40 Find Is a 'Cool, Calm and Collected' Back-to-School Essential

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These days, sweatpants are a far more acceptable thing to wear beyond lounging at home or going to the gym. A staple for both the classroom and your next flight, a good pair of sweats is just as much a fashion statement today as it is a reliable, soft and comfortable fit. 

If there’s one brand taking sweatpants to new heights, however, it’s Uniqlo, whose beloved Wide Sweatpants are considered by some to be the “ultimate bottoms for any occasion.” Currently on sale for just $40, they’re perfectly priced for back-to-school and worth snatching up in every color.

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Wide Sweatpants, $39.90 at Uniqlo

Featuring a crisp, supple cotton-blend fabric with a designer look, Uniqlo’s Wide Sweatpants are a step above the typical pair of department store sweats. Their roomy, flowy fit provides an oversized look without the hassle of baggy hems dragging under your feet, using integrated drawstrings at the ankle to keep excess fabric in place. Whether you’re going for loose and casual or a more straight-leg silhouette, these pants make it all possible. 

Complete with an elastic waistband, adjustable drawstring and four pockets, these pants are truly designed to keep you comfortable and looking sharp without sacrificing practicality. Their polyester and cotton blend also feels soft enough for hours of wear, whether you’re bed rotting at home, running errands or going to class. Just beware: Once you try them out for the first time, you’ll find every excuse to live in them from there on out.

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Shoppers Can’t Get Enough

In the reviews, shoppers spared no words when singing the praises of Uniqlo’s Wide Sweatpants. One fan wrote, “Words cannot describe how exceptional this clothing item is.” They went on to explain that “Not only do these sweatpants feel super comfortable, they also give me the perfect amount of room,” calling them “the ultimate bottoms for any occasion.”

Another shopper referred to them as the “best sweatpants ever” and highlighted their perfect fit, “especially for a shorter guy.”

A third fan described them as “Lowkey nice and comfy,” also giving them their back-to-school stamp of approval because they are “cool, calm and collected.”

While the sale lasts, you can expect to find sizes XS through XXXL in Dark Gray, Gray, Black, Beige, Dark Green and Navy. If your preferred color or size isn’t available online, don’t write them off just yet. Try the store locator to see if your local store has them in stock, especially since these sweats are a year-round Uniqlo favorite that’s likely to see a replenishment.

Like what you see? Don’t miss out on Uniqlo’s Cashmere Sweater and Flannel Shirt, two cozy fall layers that pair perfectly with your new Wide Sweatpants.

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