How To Look Put Together In Loungewear

Simple swaps and styling tricks to make your casual days look effortlessly polished.

POSTED BY GRETCHEN DEUTSCH

I’m always trying to look put-together. To me, this usually means throwing on a pair of jeans or something a little less than comfortable. But jeans aren’t always the answer, especially on days full of errands or casual plans. 

The problem was that on my comfy days, I’d reach for old, sloppy sweatpants that left me feeling like a total bum. But I think I’ve finally perfected the formula for loungewear that’s wearable in public. 

Instead of choosing the baggiest piece of clothing I own, I now opt for more structured silhouettes. Trading my cuffed, extra-large sweatpants for more slim-fitting, straight-leg ones has made all the difference. I also simplified the details, choosing clean elastic waists over drawstrings or bulky pockets. 

Coordination is key. When I wear more casual pants, I pair them with a cute sweater or layer a jean jacket on top to keep the look polished. Or, if I’m wearing a simple tee, I like to have fun with my bottoms, throwing on more playful, colorful pants. 

Lastly, the accessory aspect of our outfits should never be omitted, even when we’re dressing casually. Wear your statement jewelry and your chic handbags (opposed to my old go-to: carrying five different things in my hands because, well, who cared since I was wearing sweats). Choosing flats or loafers instead of sneakers can also instantly elevate the vibe of your casual look.

So if you’re upgrading your off-duty wardrobe, check out my FizzyPicks below for the comfiest-but-still-put-together pieces I’m wearing on repeat.

Maria Elastic Pant

KOOKAI
Maria Elastic Pant
$160

 

SOUVENIR PANT | Aritzia

ARITZIA
Souvenir Pant
$110

 

SOFTSPOKE™ RHODA SWEATER | Aritzia

ARITZIA
SoftSpoke Rhoda Sweater
$118

 

NOTABLE CARDIGAN | Aritzia

ARITZIA
Notable Cardigan
$138

 

JAKI
Willow Boxy Sheer Sweater
$150

 

JAKI
Relaxed Pants
$228

 

Modal Straight Leg Pants - Light Grey Melange

ADANOLA
Modal Straight Leg Pants
$75

 

nuuds casual pants for women wide leg - women’s slinky rib wide leg pants

NUUDS
Slinky Rib Streamline Pant
$88

 

Cosmo pant in luster charmeuse

J.CREW
Cosmo Pant
$158

 

LESET
Nando Lounge Pant
$150

 

Kylen Knit Top, zoom image 1

REFORMATION
Kylen Knit Top
$98

 

view 1 of 4 90s Trucker in Soft As Butter

LEVI'S
90s Trucker
$110

 

Side view of dark brown flat with decorative bow on top and black flat sole.

ZARA
Velvet Effect Ballet Flats With Bow
$59.90

 

Medium shot of a white, short-sleeved, crew-neck t-shirt.

ZARA
Short Sleeve Basic Knit Jumper
$39.90

 

White sleeveless t-shirt, blue denim jacket, and beige flared pants set.

ZARA
Flare Sweatpants
$39.90

 

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SKIMS
Cotton Jersey Foldover Flare-Leg Pants
$64

 

Francine Ruched Loafer, zoom image 3

REFORMATION
Francine Ruched Loafer
$328

 

LESET
Lauren Cropped Cardigan
$160

 

view 2 of 5 Julianna Long Sleeve Pullover in Polo Black

POLO RALPH LAUREN
Julianna Long Sleeve Pullover
$228

 

view 1 of 5 Cotton Cardi Long Sleeve in Harvest Olive

POLO RALPH LAUREN
Cotton Cardi Long Sleeve
$228

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