WIW: comfort clothes

amiable

I've noticed that when I need an outfit that's the equivalent of comfort food, I wear brown. Here's two from the past couple of weeks (when I was dealing with an abscessed tooth). Do you reach for a particular color or type of clothes when you need a comfort food type of lift?

#1: I don't think the beige top works. I know that casual maxi skirts aren't super stylish, but this one is just so comfy.....

#2: I'm not sure the pants work. Does the vest/top combo work? Would the pants work with narrower legs?

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13 years ago

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I go for a loose, flowy fit - usually either a maxi skirt or a jersey knit dress. Color is totally secondary to me when comfort is the goal. I myself have made a major shift away from brown, back toward black, since turning 40.

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13 years ago

Aida

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Hmm #1 is a little too unstructured for my taste; a blazer or a more structured top OR a silkier top would work better here. Will fully disclose I'm not a casual maxi fan, so I would much prefer this skirt to be midi length on you especially with the leo flats you have on For #2, I don't think the pant width is a problem but if you added another light element on top (scarf, necklace, hat, etc.) that would balance out the lightness. Or a darker pant would also work.

When I need "comfort food" clothing I usually go for super bright

13 years ago

Caro in Oz

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I think you need more structure on top with that skirt - love Mo's fitted cardigan. I always go for my jackets in navy when I need a boost:)

13 years ago

fern

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I go for knits when I need comfort - I have a couple of wrap tops, like giving myself a hug.

I like Aida's advice for #2 - that' a fun outfit. The vest could be more fitted at the waist - does it adjust at all?

13 years ago

shiny

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I love your question. When I need "comfort food" clothing, I reach for either a comfy waist-surrendering dress (one piece is so easy to throw on; not much to think about) or black ponte knit pants.

I think #1 would look better with a white, rather than beige top, and V or scoop instead of crew. But still slouchy/slubby/uber-casual -- we are talking comfort here! Your ensemble beats sweat pants hands down. Love the loafers!

As for #2, the individual pieces all look great to me, though not sure about the combo.Too dark on top, light on bottom. I want to see a lighter top under the vest, how about a light blue denim top? Denim and brown works nicely together. Or a white top. And vest unbuttoned? We're talking comfort food here! Or no vest.

13 years ago

Anonymous

Oh your poor tooth! Good for you for going to the trouble of posting even when you feel lousy. I reach for knits when I feel bad, so I can really relate to the first outfit. Your vest is really cute and cheeky. As another outfit idea, I'd try it with a button front shirt and jeans. When you're feeling better that is!

13 years ago

moira

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I have a great blouse that is floral print in black, purple, turquoise and white, in order of predominant colors. It has a low neckline with a bow that can be tied however, 3/4 sleeves , a slightly fitted but not tight waist and a little bit of a flounce. It is very feminine and extremely comfortable. I put on my silver hoops so I feel like a bit of a gypsy.
I wear this with jeans or a black skirt when I'm feeling a bit funky and want to be comfortable but not show the world that I feel that way.

13 years ago

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