# Racer-Inspired Sweat Sets These Checkered Joggers and Hoodies are Great for Lounging at Home in By Riley von Niessen | Published 2018-12-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/checkered-joggers References: [urbanoutfitters](https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/shop/out-from-under-checkmate-jogger-pant?category=womens-new-arrivals&color=015) Now that boldly designed sweats have become a fashion-forward staple for many consumers, [Urban Outfitters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futurewise) has expanded its selection with the inclusion of these [checkered joggers and hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-fw5-track-suit). With a neutral but statement-worthy color palette that consists of a muted orange and clean white, the [sweat set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-active) can be dressed up with a pair of fresh sneakers and other accessories, or sported around the home for a cozy day in. For a more flattering look that accentuates the wearer's waist line, the hoodies are cropped, while the jogger pants are high-waisted. This leaves the slimmest part of the mid-drift exposed, while keeping the wearer warm, with the fleecy lining of the material covering them. The joggers and hoodies are available in women's sizes that range from extra-small to extra-large. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bold Sweat Sets:** Opportunity for brands to offer unique and eye-catching sweat sets that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Cropped Hoodies:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating cropped hoodies that accentuate the waistline and provide a flattering look. - **High-waisted Joggers:** Opportunity for brands to design high-waisted joggers that offer a comfortable fit while maintaining a trendy aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the trend by offering a wide selection of bold and stylish sweat sets. - **Athleisure:** Athleisure brands can incorporate cropped hoodies and high-waisted joggers into their collections to meet the growing demand for fashionable loungewear. - **Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory brands to create complementary products like fresh sneakers to complete the look of bold sweat sets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inclusive-Forward Cheeky Pajamas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homebody-sleepwear-collection.md) - [Function-Focused Athletic Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/welterweight-sweats.md) - [Soda-Branded Sweatsuit Merch Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-sweatsuit.md) - [Lounge-Focused Winter Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lounge-club-collection.md) - [Dainty Floral Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-loungewear.md) - [Tailored Slacks-Like Sweatpants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straight-leg-sweatpant.md) - [Chic Wintry Athletic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wintry-athletic-apparel.md) - [Understated V-Neck Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimono-hoodie.md) - [Luxurious Everyday Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-everyday-wear.md)