Matching Loungewear Sets Make the Perfect Cosy Transitional Outfits – 11 of Team MC’s Top Picks

From sweatshirts and joggers to yoga flares and matching tops, there’s something about matching loungewear sets that makes my heart sing. Maybe it’s the fact that the matching colours, patterns and fabrics feel so put-together (I’ve always loved a co-ord), while the soft fabrics and fits make them feel markedly laid-back. In short: they’re the perfect balance of chic and cosy.

Here at MC UK, we pride ourselves on finding the best gym clothing, accessories and tools to suit your active lifestyle. We’ve already rounded up the best gym layers to throw on over your workout gear, but matching loungewear sets take it one step further when it comes to comfort.

Unlike matching gym sets (the chic designs of which make us look forward to our sweat sessions even more), these matching sets are all about embracing rest days. Whether you’re wearing them for a comfy WFH day, a cosy weekend walk, to the airport, or even for a relaxing breathwork session, a matching loungewear set will have you covered (and most importantly, feeling good).

As Marie Claire UK’s Junior Shopping Editor, it’s part of my job to test and review some of the best athleisure sets around. I’m also somewhat of a matching loungewear set fiend - once I find a set I adore, I’ll wear it till the colour has faded and it features an above-acceptable amount of visible holes. Case in point: I own my favourite Nike tracksuit in no less than three colours. So yes, you could say I’m serious about my lounging attire. Naturally, I decided to round up my favourite matching loungewear sets - tried and tested by yours truly, the self-confessed loungewear connoisseur.

I also enlisted the help of our Senior Health Editor Ally Head (because, with years of marathon running under her belt, she sure knows how to rest in style), Junior Shopping Editor Amelia Yeomans, and Fashion Editor Penny Goldstone who can spot the chicest loungewear designs a mile off. Essentially - consider your next chic off-duty outfit sorted.

Matching loungewear sets: Quick shopping links

• Most fashion-forward: £60 at Adanola
• Most comfy: £54.99 at Nike
• Best everyday: £64 at ASOS
• Best luxury: £138 at ALO
• Best sporty: £70 at adidas
• Best sustainable: £145 at Pangaia

What did we look for when testing the best matching loungewear sets?

• Comfort - a key element here, the loungewear pieces had to be something we’d feel comfortable enough to wear on lazy days and long-haul flights alike.
• Fit - because nobody wants a too-tight tracksuit. We looked for the perfect oversized, slouchy styles that still felt flattering.
• Quality - these are pieces we want to be able to wash and re-wear time and time again, so did they stand the test of time (and still feel warm, cosy and thick)?
• Cost - how cost-effective were the styles, and would we get our cost per wear?

11 best matching loungewear sets: as tested by team MCUK

1. Most fashion-forward loungewear set

"My love for this Ada hoodie is no secret - I wear it ALL the time, whether paired with my leggings post-workout or a slouchy pair of jeans for the office. But my favourite way to wear it, hands down, is paired with the matching Adanola joggers. Complete with the classic ADA logo, this set comes in the perfect warm-toned speckled grey that gives it an elevated off-duty vibe. I love styling it with a trench coat, chunky trainers, baseball cap and oversized tote - airport outfits have never looked more chic." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching sweatpants here for £54

2. Most comfy loungewear set

"This is the famous Nike tracksuit that I own in three different colours. Though my exact colours are no longer in stock (I’ve owned these sets for years you see), I adore this pink shade for a bright pop of colour. If you’re after a no-frills, warm and cosy cotton sweatshirt and jogger set, look no further. The fit is perfectly oversized (so stick to your regular size) and has a comfy, slouchy, yet still somehow flattering fit. One thing I will mention is that you should make sure to wash these matching sets together, as I’ve washed the cream top and bottoms separately a few times and the colours now look *slightly* different." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching sweatshirt here for £49.99

3. Best everyday loungewear set

"I am a real lover of a Juicy Couture tracksuit, but I can appreciate the look isn't for everyone. That being said, I think this grey version is understated enough to have universal appeal - and win fashion points too. I wear mine for lounging but also out and about during the colder months when I want to be comfortable but still look put together. I got mine secondhand and the quality is still brilliant after countless washes, and the fabric remains perfectly soft and cosy." - Amelia Yeomans, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching joggers here for £60 (save 20%)

4. Best luxury loungewear set

"I have this set in a tan colour and it's my go-to outfit for lazy Sundays and long trips, they're a perfect fit (pick your usual size) and haven't budged on softness even though I've washed and tumble-dried them several times now." - Penny Goldstone, Fashion Editor

Buy the matching sweatpants here for £128

5. Best sporty loungewear set

"adidas athleisurewear is having a moment and I'm very here for it (yes, I'm someone who always idolised Sporty Spice). While I've never been brave enough to wear this matching tracksuit as a two-piece, I love the style and frequently wear the trackies with a blazer or the top with jeans for work. While the interlock fabric isn't quite as cosy as some of my other go-to styles, it does make the top feel like more of a jacket, great for throwing over a tee in summer for balmy evenings. " - Ally Head, Senior Health Editor

Buy the matching joggers here for £60

6. Best sustainable loungewear set

"Pangaia has long been one of my go-to brands for ethically made and sustainably produced loungewear. The tracksuits are next-level comfortable and feel really luxe in comparison to other sets I've tried in the past. While it is an investment, trust that this set will last you forever. Need more convincing? I'm such a fan, both my fiance and I have sets... luckily not matching, though!" - Ally Head, Senior Health Editor

Buy the matching joggers here for £140

7. Best lightweight loungewear set

"Chelsea Peers is one of my favourite brands for elevated loungewear and activewear - everything I have from this brand has never let me down. The newly launched Clubhouse collection is stuffed full of elevated pyjama and loungewear sets that are made for warmer weather, but this satin co-ord has to be my favourite. Yes, it's technically sleepwear, but it's easily stylish enough to be worn out of the house on sunnier days. Plus, both pieces can be mixed and matched with other comfy basics when you want to feel good but look polished. Plus, I think it looks far more expensive than the price tag." - Amelia Yeomans, Junior Shopping Editor

8. Most put-together loungewear set

"If I wanted to wear a loungewear set to the office, this is what I’d reach for. Vuori’s activewear might be pricey, but the brand definitely doesn’t scrimp on quality and high-performance design. The entire Dreamknit range is so unbelievably soft and comfortable, and these wide leg sweatpants are no exception - with a four-way stretch and moisture-wicking function, they’re surprisingly well built for lighter workouts too. Paired with the matching cardigan, I think it looks almost formal - it’s definitely the most put-together loungewear set in this list." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching sweatshirt here for £110

9. Smartest loungewear set

"There are some days you wish you could go to the office in your pyjamas, and this cashmere set from Rise & Fall allows you to do exactly that. I wore these trousers with the matching cardigan to work and felt very put together despite being cosy enough to hop into bed at any moment. All the cashmere from Rise & Fall is extremely high quality and you can really feel that in this set—it's easily the softest knitwear I own and it looks smart too. I love that both pieces are extremely versatile and can be paired with pretty much anything and still look good. It is a pricer option and cashmere isn't the most practical for all weathers, but I have been wearing this set on repeat this season (and raking in endless compliments each time I do) and I don't plan on stopping any time soon." - Amelia Yeomans, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching cardigan here for £168 (save 30%)

10. Softest matching loungewear set

"The clue is in the name with the Sofstreme set - it is genuinely one of the softest, most comfortable loungewear sets I have ever worn, so much so that my colleagues in the office actually gasped when they felt the fabric of the top. Not only is this pink colourway absolutely gorgeous, but the shape and fit of both pieces are excellent. I like my loungewear to be roomy without swamping me, and this is exactly that. Thanks to the straight cut trousers, it's suitable for wearing out and about too. It is on the pricier side, but absolutely worth every penny for the excellent quality." - Amelia Yeomans, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching trousers here for £49

11. Best loungewear set for layering

"This is the perfect loungewear set for layering over your workout gear when you're in need of extra warmth or just want something looser to travel around in. There's nothing I hate more than tight-fitting joggers and these bottoms are cut with ample room around the thighs, allowing for plenty of movement and space for your leggings underneath. The top is also the ideal thickness - keeps you warm but doesn't add any bulk. I have been living in this set for work from home days recently and it allows me to feel that little bit more put together without sacrificing on comfort, and it's very reasonably priced too." - Amelia Yeomans, Junior Shopping Editor

Buy the matching joggers here for £31.50 (save 30%)