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Mark Etinger
A major part of being happy is being comfortable, and there are few better ways to ensure comfort than in the clothes you wear. While any article of clothing technically should have some sort of relative snug and cozy feeling, here’s a look at a few pants whose comfort level goes above and beyond the rest. Medical Scrubs The common clothing choice worn by nurses, surgeons, and other operating room staff, surgical scrubs can come as either pants or a shirt. Their appeal in the medical community is their simple design; they are easy to wash, cheap to replace, and of course, extraordinarily comfortable. Unbelievably roomy and made of light, breathable cotton, the original scrubs were all white to emphasize a clean operating room. Unfortunately the bright lights of an OR combined with the all-white scrubs led to eyestrain for surgeons, and by the 1960s most had adopted the more commonly seen green-shaded scrubs. Scrubs have become the typical work-outfit for most medical personnel, making them unarguably the most relaxing professional uniforms around. Nowadays, scrubs can be found in virtually any color or pattern. In fact, some hospitals intentionally purchase ugly, less desirable scrubs because they’re trying to deter their employees from stealing them. Some American prisons have begun issuing cheap scrubs as their prison uniform of choice. So if convicted felons deserve this kind of incredible comfort, shouldn’t you? Leggings This is of course a reference to modern day leggings, not the hose’s worn by European gentleman during the Renaissance, or the thick woolen pottees worn by infantry in the 1800s. The modern day leggings are typically 90% nylon and 10% lycra, making them incredibly comfortable. Also, “shiny” leggings have emerged, usually including spandex, but lose nothing in the way of comfort. Initially, leggings were designed for working out, a relaxed alternative when jogging or riding a bike. They have since made their way into fashion, usually couple with an oversized shirt or a miniskirt. Originally a staple in 1960s fashion, leggings actually outsold jeans in a majority of the United States during the mid-90s, and then made a fashion comeback in 2005. While cheaper, thinner leggings have been known to be more on the itchy side, so it’s important to find a decent thickness to guarantee maximum comfort. Sweatpants Intended for informal settings, such as athletic activities, sweatpants have a series of different names. In the United Kingdom they’re called “track sit bottoms,” or sometimes just “cottons.” In Australia and New Zealand, they are often referred to as “trakky daks.” Similar to scrubs, sweatpants are commonly found in prison due to their loose fitting style and comfort. Also like scrubs, they initially came in only one color (in this instance, grey) but can now be found in any variety of pattern or shade. The fact that they are usually baggy not only contributes to their comfort, but makes them easy to slip in-and-out of. They’re also designed specifically to trap less heat, helping the wearer stay cool. Snowboarding Pants While most likely the least worn pair of pants mentioned so far, the fact that snowboarding pants are specifically designed to meet the needs of a snowboarder gives them an extreme advantage to the average wearer. Snowboarding pants main focus is keeping the wearer warm and dry, as well as protecting them in the event of a crash. Of all the pants listed above, none top snowboarding pants in the way of maintaining a body’s Thermal Equilibrium. Typically made of tightly woven polyester and/or nylon, snowboarding pants are both durable and water-resistant, not to mention lose-fitting and above all else, comfy.
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