These jeans are going viral on social media — and you'll never guess their secret
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When I first saw these up-and-coming jeans on social media, I had to do a double-take. They're hiding a major secret, and it's pretty genius, if I do say so myself.
You might look at the pants and think, "What's so special about them? They just look like normal jeans." And that's the whole point. They look virtually identical to the other jeans in your closet — but they aren't the same at all.
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You see, these are sweatpant jeans. They're made of terry sweatpant material that's cut and printed to look like denim, and honestly? They're really, really convincing. Most people will be none the wiser unless they actually touch the fabric, so no one has to know that you're keeping it comfy while out and about.
Given the rise of comfort-first dressing in recent years, it's no shock that sweatpant jeans are gaining popularity. Here are a few top options to shop if you want to try this trompe l'oeil style for yourself.
We have to give credit where it's due: Rag + Bone came out with the original sweatpant jeans, and many people say these are still the best quality on the market. The brand offers lots of wash options and silhouettes, all of which will easily pass for real jeans when you're out and about.
You can always trust Quince to offer a lower-price alternative to trendy designer items, and yes, they have a pair of chic sweatpant jeans that come in seven colors. They're made from stretchy terry fabric, yet they still have functional pockets and a regular zipper closure.
GAP has also jumped on this up-and-coming trend, and its sweatpant jeans are among the most budget-friendly you'll find. However, they're made from a soft, low-stretch denim — not terry cloth — so they're not quite as soft as other options.
These pants from Halara are ideal if you wear a hard-to-find size. They come in regular, short, and tall inseam options, as well as sizes XS to 3X. There are eight color variations, and the interior is a soft, fuzzy sweatpant material.
These popular Amazon pants aren't necessarily sweatpants — reviewers say they're more akin to leggings, but they still get top marks for wearability and comfort.
Here's another option to consider from Amazon. Shoppers say these wide-leg pants "have an amazing stretch that feels like a knit pair of sweats or pajamas but really do look like jeans."
Amazon shoppers have dubbed these jeans "the perfect solution for anyone who wants the look of stylish, trendy jeans with the comfort of their favorite loungewear." They have a classic bootcut silhouette, and they come in two plain colors.
QVC also has a few sweatpant jeans to choose from — including these uber-comfortable pants that are made from French terry knit that's digitally printed to resemble denim.
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