Combining the unexpected for a cool fall look featuring a pair of crepe Adidas track pants.
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Is it fall in your corner of the country yet? KC is hinting at it, after enjoying (read: sweating through) a pretty warm September. So while I’m itching to wear my sweaters, I have to balance them with other elements to keep from overheating. That motivated this outfit in the October issue of Kansas City Homes & Style, which features a striped sweater and a pair of elevated Adidas track pants.
The color combo in this sweater sounds a little odd on paper: mustard yellow and blush pink. (Leave it to Free People to pull that off.) But it inspired me to use the mustard stripe in these Adidas track pants to create this offbeat fall outfit. These pants aren’t the parachute tearaways of our youth. Instead, they’re a sophisticated version made of a hefty crepe material that gives the perfect drape. The cut is more of a classic trouser than a post-soccer practice pant, so pairing it with an oversized fall sweater really worked here.
I added hints of black throughout to keep things from feeling too airy. Black sunglasses, an exposed black tank top strap, and the coolest belt in my closet pepper the look, making it more appropriate for fall. I love this belt so much, I snagged it in brown suede as well. It’s thin enough to slip through all your belt loops, and the structural gold hardware makes it a standout piece.
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Now, a simple leather sneaker is the obvious choice here. But I wanted a pointed-toe heel to push the boundaries of this look. This nude pump isn’t so bold on its own, but paired with a track pant? Fun, cool, different. I also like how the blushy-nude color of the heel ties back in with the blush stripe in the sweater.
Hope you’re having a sweet start to the fall season!
Read the full October issue of Kansas City Homes & Style here.
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Ashley, you look positively gorgeous in this updated Adidas look! I would never have thought those pants were Adidas. I really like the stripes vying for attention with the sweater, and the black pieces of “pepper” really do set off the whole look! Fabulous!
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Adidas really stepped it up with these pants- they’re so chic! So glad you like, Marsha!
This outfit looks fabulous on you!
Jennifer
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Thanks, babe!
What an elegant sporty look! Those are words I thought I would never say. The pants and top are the combo!
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Haha, elegant sporty is the vibe, for sure! Thank you, Kathrine!
Those pants are pretty awesome and what a cute pairing! Well, after a warm September here too, I think autumn is here to stay: brr it is cold this morning at 43 degrees! I am pulling out a couple sweaters to have on hand on our colder days and am so excited to wear some layers!
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Oooh, 43 degrees! That sounds crisp! We had a few mornings like that, but then it got warm again. Hoping for another (slight) cooldown soon!
Such a classy autumnal outfit! We have been enjoying very pleasant days.
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I’m definitely excited for more fall weather!
Wowwee, that’s looks amazing on you. Love that jumper and I’ve just got one similar so will try to copy your stunning look. Do join Chicandstylish my friend. Jacqui.
Thank you so much, Jacqui! I can’t wait to see you in it!
You look amazing in this outfit! What a great idea to dress up a pair of track pants! Brilliant!
This was definitely a fun outfit to put together- thank you, Amy!
Truly fabulous. I think the shoes do it for me.
XOOX
Jodie
The shoes really punch it up a notch, right? Thank you, Jodie!
Oooo la la what a GREAT look!! I love this, the top is gorgeous and I LOVE those joggers I have so been wanting to get a pair of these. This is look is fire girlie!
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So glad you dig it, Allie!
Absolutely loving this sporty chic look on you! Those pants are fabulous, especially with the heels. The sewn crease really elongates your leg!
And my legs are definitely not long, so I appreciate that sewn crease doing all the work- haha! Thanks, Laura!
A spectacular pairing! Love it. Pinned. Thanks for linking
Thank you so much, Gail!
Oh I am just really digging all this yellow, esp those pinstripes on the side of those athletic pants… and it works so well with that sweater! SUPER cute!
Carrie
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Thank you, Carrie! I really love all the stripes in this look, too!
Genial
Thank you!
Never would have thought they could be styled that good!
Happy you like it, Nancy!
Looking fab as always! Loving the cozy off the shoulder look <3
Thanks, babe! We stan an off-the-shoulder sweater around here <3
Such original and cool outfit!
You really have a great eye for fashion and style, love really everything on this combo!
You look amazing!
XO
S
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Aw, thank you so much! <3
Well done! SO stylish!
have a great week,
S
This is such a chic look Ashley! I love your pink and mustard sweater paired with the track pants and heels! You look gorgeous!
Jill – Doused in Pink
I absolutely love the way you styled this look! Thanks for sharing this great fall outfit inspo! 🙂
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The colours in the sweater work really well together! I love those Adidas pants and how you’ve dressed them up with the heels! Thanks for linking!
Emma xxx
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These relaxed pieces look so good together! I would not normally think to pair an off shoulder sweater with track pants, but you’ve nailed it here.
I hope you are having a great week so far!
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oo beautiful panth, have a good day:)
This is great outfit, Ashley. I absolutely love these glamorized Adidas track pants, they look fantastic. Love your style
Such a great look, Ashley. I love the oversized sweater
Julia x
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Lovely.
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Hello,
Wow I love this outfit, very irreverent! I love the colours and the styling! I think you have the right attitude in the photos! You look beautiful Ashley, that diet of yours has made you even more beautiful and elegant! Have a nice week!
xoxo
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I love this look. I would have never guessed that they were track pants. You look fantastic.
You look so stunning. Love the look from head to toe. What a pretty shade of yellow. Wonderful Post! Have a great day!
Rampdiary
Always fashion forward and beautiful
Somehow you’ve managed to make the Adidas track pants look very chic and less sporty. I love it! <3
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Hi Ashley! You look phenomenal in this sporty-chic, flirty style! The track pants look dressy and pair well with your stripe sweater. Your cool belt and pointed toe heels truly elevate your look. 🙂
Hope you’ve been well! I was away from blogging a while and am back and catching up!
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Okay you’ve convinced me to actually go into the Free People store haha sometimes I think their clothes are so cute online but always get worried about sizing, do you feel like this sweater is oversized? I’m getting an upholstery cleaning Evanston tomorrow so I might have time to go run in and try some things on. You look so cute!!!
I love the combination. It is so great together!
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I love this outfit and how it all came together! It’s sporty and elevated all at the same time!
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I’m in love with this combo, it’s very trendy and stylish at the same time, the mix between the knit sweater and the sporty pants is amazing! Have a lovely day!
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What a gorgeous look, Ashley, and yellow is your color!! Love the stripes on that pretty sweater too.
Wishing you a fantastic week! 🙂
Make Life Marvelous
Chic and sporty, I’m a fan! Really love the combination. It looks comfortable and so well put together with a bit of a sporty feel. Yellow makes me happy too!
Cheers,
Tania
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Such a wonderful look! The colors are amazing and that belt just finishes the look perfectly!
Gemma x
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You are rockin this look! I love how edgy yet feminine it is and the unexpected play between the stripes on your sweater and pants. It’s all very eye catching and you look amazing!
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That sweater is so bright and beautiful! I love an off-the-shoulder moment. You look great!
xoxo,
Sydney
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