Janhvi to Babil: Are baggy pants Gen Z's new fashion staple?

Are you still wearing skinny jeans and tight leggings? It’s time to ditch them and pick up Gen Z's favourite trend: baggy jeans.

Wide silhouettes, slouchy fits, and an unapologetic love for extra room have become Gen Z’s go-to style.

How oversized and baggy pants became a trend

The pandemic normalised lounge and athleisure wear outside the home. So, even after lockdowns were lifted, the desire to wear relaxed fits didn’t go away. Enter: baggy pants, be it sweatpants or jeans.

Add to that the fact that exaggerated, dramatic silhouettes are in, and the effortlessly cool appeal of baggy pants makes all the more sense. This entire vibe fits seamlessly into the “cosy, laid-back but stylish” aesthetic that dominates Instagram feeds and Pinterest mood boards.

So, baggy pants offer the best of both worlds, in that they’re stylish enough to be dressed up, while still giving you that all-day comfort that skinny jeans lack.

How to style the baggy pants look

Wondering how to style your baggy pants? Pair them with a cropped top, snug tank top, or oversized hoodie. You can also throw in chunky sneakers, or slides!

If you are still confused about the styling bit, you can always take cues from our Bollywood divas.

Khushi Kapoor has often been spotted rocking oversized sweatpants with crop tops and bralettes.

Image courtesy: IG/khushikapoor

On the other hand, sister Janhvi Kapoor balances her baggy pants with sleek, fitted tops.

Image courtesy: IG/janhvikapoor

Another fashion icon, Sachin Tendulkar’s daughter Sara Tendulkar, pairs her baggy pants with chunky sneakers.

Image courtesy: IG/saratendulkar

While late Irrfan Khan's son Babil Khan leans into the relaxed, artsy vibe.

Image courtesy: IG/babil.i.k

So, the message is clear with Bollywood celebs flaunting their baggy looks: This is not a passing fad. Baggy pants are here to stay.

Is this a part of the ‘Quite Comfort wave’?

What was once strictly loungewear is now a fashion statement. From Y2K nostalgia to modern-day streetwear, baggier fits are dominating wardrobes across genders.

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Sweatpants, once reserved for the home or gym, are now being up-styled with blazers, statement jewellery, and high-fashion sneakers. This has blurred the line between the chic and the comfortable.

All said and done, baggy pants are not going away anytime soon. The only question is: are you still holding onto your good ol’ skinny jeans, or are you ready to join the comfy wave?

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