I have been following with interest the recent discussion on loungewear, particularly Sterling's posts.

I have a barrier in my mind when it comes to the term "loungewear". To me this connotes items worn by doing activities like; snuggling up on the lounge to read or watch TV, watch a fire or leisurely breakfasts.

What it doesn't match for me is the items I also do in my "home" clothes - washing up, baking, sorting washing etc. And these (the first 2 anyway) are not best done in flowy items. I often find myself changing into a polarfleece jacket because it is closer cut and machine washable.

Since my solely "loungewear appropriate" activities only take place in the evening after 9:30 or, (depending on when the guests leave) later, and maybe an hour on weekend mornings, why not just wear my pajamas and or dressing gown (or robe as most of you would call it?)

But I do like to change the instant I get home from work (where I wear fitted, tailored items), and get into my "cosy casual" capsule - knitted items like leggings, a maxi skirt, and knit tops. I've been building up this capsule that is decent enough to be seen by the people who we have visiting most nights of the week, and okay for popping out to pick the kids up from activities.

Anyone else relate to my semantic hangup?