Loungewear to Love

You’ll feel ultra cool and contented when you throw this sumptuous silk colorblock top over a pair of drawstring pants in cotton, linen or silk when you’re lounging around after Sunday morning pancakes, or dropping the kids at school any given weekday.

To buy: J. Crew, $65

Kick it old school style in these classic retro inspired sweatpants in a trendy (and perfectly girlie) pink. Pull these up and settle down to catch up on your Netflix queue or to take the tots out for pizza and ice cream. And yes, you could even wear these to work out in, but why waste such a cute commodity?

To buy: H&M, $13

A long and loose pair of pants is the MVP of loungewear, and this pair from J.Crew scores big points for comfort and style. Made from super soft cotton and boasting a sporty stripe pattern, these pants are so comfortable you won’t want to take them off.

To buy: J.Crew, $50

There’s a certain sense of decadence when you slip into a silky soft kimono, and now these Asian-inspired wraps are just as appropriate outside the house as they are inside. Pair with sweats or drawstring pants and a tank top.

To buy: Topshop, $84

Boxy and straight never looked as stylish as it does with Madewell’s soft and comfy sweatshirt. Pull this on anytime you want to be cozy yet cool—be it for a trip to the market or some downtime with movie, popcorn and your partner once it’s lights out for the tykes.

To buy: Madewell, $60

Pregnant or not, nothing beats being barefoot, but sometimes you just have to wear shoes—even inside the house. Slip into these when your path leads you in and out of the house, or when you need to jump in the car to run some errands.

To buy: Piperlime, $40

The classic original velour drawstring sweat pants still reign supreme as the go-to throw-on pair for hanging around the house or running your daily errands. Top with a tank, T-shirt or camisole, and, when it’s chilly, a cashmere zip hoodie or denim jacket will complete this effortlessly cool look.

To buy; Juicy Couture, $88

A very thin cotton tee that’s soft to the touch and feels like you’ve had it for years is a must-have for any wardrobe. Not only will it be a standard topper for your favorite jeans, but it’s also a worthy match for comfy lounge pants.

To buy: Ron Herman, $54

Enjoy your fashion Flashdance moment at home as well as out and about by pairing these with leggings and a long sweater for a chic and easy ensemble—what a feeling, indeed.

To buy: Adidas, $20

The definition of an easy piece, this mid length sweater comes in a goes-with-everything gray that makes it a no-brainer pick anytime. Pull it on over sweats and a T-shirt when you take your place on the couch for the evening, or throw it on over everything from jeans to dresses to shorts, to pull together a look that will last through a day of checking off your to-do list.

To buy: Anthropologie, $78

Once delegated as a summer only fabric, linen is now recognized as a four-season player. These extra-wide leg—trend alert—drawstring trousers are certainly great for lazy summer days at the shore, but come fall they’ll be a first pick when you’re ready to relax on a peaceful (aka kid-free) Sunday afternoon.

To buy: Net-a-Porter, $145

While lying around doing nothing is probably enough of an indulgent pursuit in and of itself, why not increase the indulgence factor by wrapping yourself up in a super soft cashmere sweater at the same time? This navy cashmere popover hoodie from J.Crew Collection adds an extra shot of sumptuousness that will heighten any ensemble—not to mention experience.

To buy; J. Crew, $248