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21 Best Men's Loungewear Styles

These are perfect to lounge in all day long.

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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 the Good Housekeeping Institute 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

Ponto Performance Pants
Credit: Vuori

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

Modal Jersey Lounge Pants
Now 49% Off
Credit: Quince

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.

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Best Pajamas

Eberjey Henry TENCEL Modal Long PJ Set

Henry TENCEL Modal Long PJ Set
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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 and the 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!"

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Most Comfortable Pajamas

Tommy John Second Skin Long Sleeve Pajama Tee & Pant Set

Second Skin Long Sleeve Pajama Tee & Pant Set
Now 10% Off
Credit: Tommy John

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).

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5
Best Lounge Shorts

Mack Weldon ACE Sweatshort 7”

ACE Sweatshort 7”
Credit: Mack Weldon

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."

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Most Stylish Loungewear

lululemon Soft Jersey Tapered Pant

Soft Jersey Tapered Pant
Credit: Lululemon

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.

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7
Best Basic Loungewear Set

Los Angeles Apparel Heavy Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt

Heavy Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt
Credit: Los Angeles Apparel

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.

The ribbed cuffs and hem are a stylish touch that will also keep cold drafts out. Online reviews confirmed its warm factor, with one who called it an "excellent sweatshirt."

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Best Hoodie

New Balance Athletics French Terry Hoodie

Athletics French Terry Hoodie
Credit: New Balance

New Balance may be best known for its sneakers, but the brand also sells men's and women's clothing — including loungewear staples like this hoodie. It's made from a soft French terry material and features a relaxed fit.

We like that the embroidered logo is subtle on the chest and think the side ribbing makes the sweatshirt a bit more unique. It has a 4.8-star rating on New Balance's site and satisfied shoppers found the fabric sturdy and the sweatshirt comfortable.

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Best Splurge Lounge Shorts

Sunspel Cotton Modal Lounge Shorts

Cotton Modal Lounge Shorts
Now 40% Off
Credit: Sunspel

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.

10
Best Luxury Jogger

Luxome Men's Essential Jogger

Men's Essential Jogger
Credit: Luxome

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."

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11
Editor's Favorite Loungewear Set

Abercrombie & Fitch YPB neoKNIT Cinched Hem Pants

YPB neoKNIT Cinched Hem Pants

My favorite thing about Abercombie is that the brand often has sales online, which means you can sometimes find new styles for less. This knit pant is designed to be sweat-wicking and features a stretch waistband, side pockets and cinched cuffs. You can pair it with a matching pullover ($70 before sales) to bring it all together — and appear put-together instantly.

12
Best Loungewear on Amazon

Amazon Essentials Men's Fleece Sweatpant

Men's Fleece Sweatpant
Credit: Amazon Essentials

Amazon might be one of the best online clothing retailers to shop for affordable staples. If loungewear isn't where you want to spend the most when it comes to replenishing your wardrobe, we recommend thes Amazon Essentials sweatpants that are under $20.

The straight leg is a bit more elevated than a cinched cuff and we like that the drawstring is hidden. These pants have over 50,000 online Amazon reviews with multiple customers who said they purchased more than one pair.

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13
Best Lounge Tee

Hanes Men's Beefy Tee

Men's Beefy Tee
Now 35% Off
Credit: Hanes

You're gonna need a comfortable tee to go with those joggers. Hanes is a tried-and-true, affordable brand and our editors recommend its soft yet sturdy tee with a price that's hard to beat. You can pair it with your favorite sweatpants as easily as you can wear it with jeans. Note that in Lab testing we found that the tee shrank after washing, so you may want to size up when ordering.

READ OUR FULL REVIEW: My Honest Thoughts on the Hanes Beefy-T

14
Best Sustainable Loungewear Set

Everlane The ReTrack Sweatpant

The ReTrack Sweatpant
Credit: Everlane

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.

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15
Most Popular Hoodie

Champion Reverse Weave Hoodie

Reverse Weave Hoodie
Credit: Champion

Fun fact: Champion actually invented the hoodie and the brand is known for its reverse weave style — a.k.a. cutting on the cross-grain to limit shrinkage. This hoodie is made from heavyweight fleece that's designed to last and features side paneling for easy movement.

The hood will keep you extra warm and you can rest your hands or keep everyday essentials like your phone in the front pocket. Choose from three colors including Champagne Frost (pictured), Chantilly Pink and Sheer Water Teal.

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Best Long Sleeve Loungewear

Nike Men's Sportswear Club Fleece Crew

Men's Sportswear Club Fleece Crew

Similar to other athletic brands included in this round-up, Nike is a popular shoe brand that also sells athletic clothing and loungewear. This highly-rated crew is available in 17 solid colors and has a 4.8-star rating across more than 1,500 reviews.

The smooth fleece feels soft against the skin and the ribbed cuffs and hem help create a secure fit. One five-star review wrote: "I love this sweatshirt so much I bought it in four different colors. It fits perfectly, it’s warm but not too warm, and the colors are beautiful!"

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best warm loungewear

Uniqlo Fleece Full-Zip Jacket

Fleece Full-Zip Jacket
Credit: Uniqlo

Our pros often feature Uniqlo staples like this fleece zip-up in style guides because the brand's pricing is ideal if you're shopping on a tighter budget, but don't want to sacrifice quality. You can cozy up with this jacket indoors or wear it outside and stay warm, thanks to its structured collar and piping along the cuffs and hem to help keep cool air out. It may not be ideal loungewear for summer, but then again sometimes the AC can be pretty chilly.

18
Best Trank Pants

Adidas Adicolor 70s Track Pants

Adicolor 70s Track Pants
Credit: Adidas

While you can certainly wear track pants around the track, we would also count them as loungewear. Inspired by classic silhouettes from the '70s, this pair features a relaxed fit designed with comfort in mind. Five-star reviews found the pants to fit true to size and gave high scores for comfort.

Note that the blue is out of stock in most sizes, but you can sign up to be notified when inventory is replenished.

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Best Zippered Hoodie

Under Armour Men's UA Rival Fleece Full-Zip Hoodie

Men's UA Rival Fleece Full-Zip Hoodie
Credit: Under Armour

There are two kinds of people: those who prefer a pullover and those who prefer a zippered hoodie. If you fall in the latter camp, consider this your signal to purchase a new full-zip sweatshirt — because you can really never have enough.

Available in seven colors, this Under Armour one has a loose fit and is designed to keep you warm, thanks to a soft cotton-blend fleece. It has a 4.9-star rating among 360 shopper reviews on the brand's site.

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Best Breathable Loungewear

Pact Men's Cool Stretch Lounge Short

Men's Cool Stretch Lounge Short
Now 36% Off
Credit: Pact

If you tend to run hot or you're looking for a piece of loungewear you can wear in the hotter months, our experts recommend investing in breathable clothing. These shorts by Pact are made from cotton that's soft and lightweight. We appreciate Pact's efforts to reduce its carbon emissions and that the company partners with organizations such as Fair Trade and Global Organic Textile Standard.

RELATED: The Best Cooling Pajamas

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Elizabeth Berry
Updates Editor

Elizabeth Berry (she/her) is the Updates Editor at the Good Housekeeping Institute where she optimizes lifestyle content across verticals. Prior to this role, she was an Editorial Assistant for Woman’s Day where she covered everything from gift guides to recipes. She also has experience fact checking commerce articles and holds a B.A. in English and Italian Studies from Connecticut College.

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Textiles, Paper & Apparel Lab Product Analyst

Grace Wu (she/her) is a product reviews analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she evaluates fabric-based products using specialized equipment and consumer tester data. Prior to starting at Good Housekeeping in 2022, she earned a master of engineering in materials science and engineering and a bachelor of science in fiber science from Cornell University. While earning her degrees, Grace worked in research laboratories for smart textiles and nanotechnology and held internships at Open Style Lab and Rent the Runway.

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