While working from home certainly has its perks, it comes with some downfalls—almost never having to put together an outfit, is one example. Not wanting to wear your best clothes and a full face of makeup to just sit at home for no one to see you or appreciate your look or, in my case, for only those that I see on my daily walks with my dog, Jimi Hendrix, to see. With that being said, I'm trying to up my comfortable clothes game—and I encourage everyone to do the same.
It's psychologically proven that putting on a good outfit can genuinely improve your mood, confidence, and general mental state;"enclothed cognition" is what they call it. It makes a lot of sense. Even if you're getting dressed with the expectation of no one seeing you, feeling good and put together sparks joy—and we need joy even while working from home. I guess the moral of the story is this: our comfortable, cozy clothes can be cute, too.
Ahead, 12 cozy pieces for your work from home days.
Free People World Tour Set
I'm of the mindset that a matching set immediately makes you feel put together. And that feeling put together sets a positive tone for the rest of your day. This Free People set will have you feel cozy, sporty, and chic at the same time.
Guest In Residence Track Pant
These track pants are made out of a lightweight cotton cashmere blend, making them perfect for working from home year round. The pale yellow is contrasted by red and blue side-stripes for a colorway that is perfectly spring appropriate.
Entire Studios Eternal Zip Hoodie
The defining detail of this hoodie besides its perfectly boxy silhouette is that the zipper literally goes up all around the hoodie. This detail might be subtle, but it's still a one that counts.
Adidas Originals Wide-Leg Leopard-Print Track Pants
If we're speaking about track pants, no one does it quite like Adidas. While I personally believe that vintage Adidas is superior, if you're not looking to go that route or having trouble finding your size and preferred color way, these will make a worthy addition to your WFH rotation.
Leset Pointelle Boxer Pant
To me, nothing is sweeter than pointelle. Featuring a wide leg silhouette, dainty eyelets, and henley buttons, these pants are lightweight and the perfect coquette addition to your workday.
Leset Pointelle Tank
I couldn't resist recommending a matching moment—it's simply too sweet. Pair those boxer pants with this dainty tank for a perfectly put together look. If you're feeling chilly, throw on a hoodie in a bold or bright color.
Collina Strada Green Wave Hem Hoodie
Plain, classic hoodies will always have a spot in my wardrobe—they're a staple. But as of late, I'm interested in hoodies with interesting details, in unique colors, or featuring an intriguing design. Statement sweatshirts, if you will. This Collina Strada hoodie checks all of the boxes: the asymmetric hem, the bright green color, and the hand-painted floral graphic.
Boys Lie Ready To Ride Harley Zip-Up
When I think of statement sweatshirts (and sweatpants), the first brand that comes to mind is Boys Lie. The co-founders were going through breakups at the same time and the brand was born, in 2018, through the bonding that encourages. This hoodie has everything: the brand's logo, the phrase 'men don't' added beneath, and a cherub graphic on the back.
Patrizia Pepe Oversized Fleece Track Pants
Everyone needs a pair of gray sweatpants in their rotation—extra points if they feature interesting details or a distinct silhouette. These Patrizia Pepe fleece pants feature a cinched sculptural design that adds extra volume in the legs.
Aritzia Cozy Sweatfleece Mega Cargo Sweatpant
Whoever first designed the cargo sweat pant deserves their flowers—what a concept. Pair all of the comfort of a sweat pant with all the function of a cargo pant, and the perfect pant is born. The pockets add a functional element as well as a style element that alludes to rugged workwear.
Damson Madder Antonella PJ Set
Damson Madder makes the chicest pajama sets, full stop. Pajamas that I would confidently walk around my neighborhood walking my dog in like yes, I just rolled out of bed and yes, this is what I sleep in. These are the type of pajamas that you could change out of your actual pajamas to wear throughout your work from home day—they're just that cute.
Adidas Sprinter Shorts
I think everyone needs at least one pair of athletic shorts in their rotation, and not just for work from home purposes. I think this spring and summer will be the seasons of dressing up athletic shorts, but that's an entirely different story. The point is this: athletic shorts are multi-functional and why not get polka dot ones?