After realising the comfort level of loungewear during COVID-19, these comfy clothing items have become a part of everyone’s wardrobe. However, moving away from the comfort aspect, loungewear has taken on a new form as a versatile product that can be worn for nearly every occasion, every day.
But how do you make sure that your lounge wear outfit is giving off chic vibes rather than a lazy day in bed vibes? Well, styling is the easiest way to do this. Many think that styling is something that is high fashion or too complex for them, but it is easier than you think and very accessible for the average person. This means that you can elevate your loungewear look instantly, with just a few touches to take a casual outfit and make it look suitable for a date or even a night out with just a few tweaks.
Not only can this mean that you can always be comfortable, but it also means that your wardrobe can stretch further, helping you to save money in the long run! Sounds like a win-win situation, doesn’t it?
So if you want to style your lounge wear to look effortlessly chic, just follow these 4 tips, so you can feel comfy and look cool.
Choosing the right loungewear pieces
Choosing the right kind of loungewear is the foundation of styling loungewear, as it provides basic but versatile pieces that can be styled up and down. One of the most versatile pieces of loungewear is a women’s tracksuit or matching set. Not only can these pieces be styled together for a complete and impactful look, but they can also be styled separately, making them one of the best investment pieces. Ensuring that you buy a set in a versatile or neutral colour and in a quality fabric ensures that your pieces will be used in the long term and will last for years to come.
In addition to this, fitted basics are an essential to making loungewear look chic. Tank tops and t-shirts can offset baggy clothing, giving the outfit some shape and creating a more dimensional look. The fit of these items is one of the most important aspects when looking for the perfect tank top or t-shirt, as this is what will define your outfit and make a normal-looking outfit chic.
- Matching sets
- Oversized hoodies
- Fitted basics
- Knit sets and ribbed co-ords
Mastering balance: comfort meets style
Proportions are one of the most significant factors in styling, especially in outerwear, as an ill-fitting tracksuit can look underwhelming compared to an oversized tracksuit that looks proportionally perfect. To achieve a proportional look, try pairing a larger item with a fitted item to balance the look and add shape, which can uplift it.
Mixing textures is another way of adding balance and intrigue to an outfit. Not only does it introduce interest, making an outfit look less flat, but it also helps to add structure. The main thing to remember here is to ensure that you do not add too much texture, as this can lead to clashes, which can disrupt an outfit, making it look busy.
- Pay attention to proportion
- Mix textures
- Colour co-ordination
Elevating loungewear with layers
Elevating a look can feel difficult, especially with loungewear, as it is casual by nature. However, layering is an easy way to elevate a look through adding more dressed-up pieces for a smart casual and effortlessly chic look. This includes adding a blazer on top of a hoodie for a business on the go look, a denim jacket for more of an edgy look, or a classic trench coat for a classy look. These layers help to add structure to the softness of loungewear and just enhance their casual nature for a dimensional and sophisticated vibe with ease.
- Blazers
- Trench coats
- Denim jackets
Footwear makes the outfit
Footwear can make or break an outfit. Pairing some old and dirty white trainers with even the most classy outfit can ruin the intended look; choosing the best footwear for the look is essential. Here, it is about experimenting and balancing the intended vibe of the outfit with the correct footwear. Trainers can help to dress down a blazer; however, boots can instantly boost loungewear and dress it up for an occasion.
Accessories are a game-changer
Accessories are key when it comes to making loungewear effortlessly chic. Whilst minimal gold or silver jewellery can add an understated elegance to a look, shoulder bags can elevate and dress up a look whilst adding texture and dimension. Finish off with some sunglasses or a hat for that off-duty model look that is trending right now. Accessories acn dictate the vibe of a look you want to dress up or down, or feel minimal or maximalist that day.
Outfit ideas
Casual errands: a matching set, trainers and a tote
Coffee date: knoiy set, trench coat and ankle boots
Travel look: joggers, a fitted tee and an oversized blazer
Work-from-home: soft set, layered jewellery and clean trainers
