Track top: this jacket will be the basis for casual spring layering

Technical and utility clothing has made a comeback in recent seasons. After the parka and the raincoat, it’s the turn of the track top to make its way onto the catwalks.

Winter hasn’t even shed its last snowflakes yet, but spring trends are already catching our eye. It’s time to think about our mid-season looks (the most complicated to put together, let’s face it), and the best trick to juggle between temperatures is layering. This in-between will be marked by a light and casual piece that’s already causing a sensation on the catwalks: the track top. This tracksuit jacket, with or without a hood, breaks away from its traditional sidekick, the jogging suit , to twist a spring skirt or dress and face the whims of the seasonal transition. It fits perfectly into the wave of functional and utilitarian jackets, alongside the raincoats and parkas that dominated the winter.

The Track Top: Spring’s Sporty-Chic Ally

When spring is just around the corner, this jacket becomes the centerpiece of a casual layering look, perfect for facing the changing temperatures. Miu Miu laid the foundations for the trend with its spring-summer 2025 collection, where Miuccia Prada explores different ways to wear it: sleeves rolled up over gloves, layered over shirts and crumpled knits with a midi skirt, or worn unzipped over a bustier top or a delicate dress, accompanied by open pumps and knee-high socks. An approach that is already echoed on the street, worn by style icons like Rihanna . The artist has made it an essential part of her wardrobe, pairing it with faux fur coats, skirts or micro-shorts, playing on the contrasts between sportswear and glamour. A duality that makes the track top so interesting, as versatile as it is unexpected. To adopt it on a daily basis, several options are available to you. The most daring will bet on bright colors, perfect for livening up a look and summoning the first rays of sunshine. Worn with jeans and loafers , it gives a preppy-chic touch, while with loose pants and heeled boots, it brings a nonchalant and controlled elegance. While many brands offer their version, fashionistas often prefer to hunt for their track top in thrift stores or on second-hand sites. A choice that is part of the craze for the Y2K aesthetic, where the authenticity and history of a piece add an extra touch of style. It’s up to you.