WIW Tue. just lounging - YouLookFab Forum

Again. Yesterday I changed twice and then finally got in my PJ's by the time my BF got home (after 11pm). Also, Valentine's Day, again changing twice, the BF saw me for 2 minutes and then said I better change into 'floppies' (our term for loungwear, to flop on the couch in) because we had Taco Bell and I was in white jeans. Got me to wondering the value of wearing my stuff around the house to lift my spirits vs keeping it in better condition by wearing lounge only stuff when it's just me and the cat.
At any rate, today I'm wearing 'real' clothes to lounge in, but kind of B team items. The J Crew skirt I bought last time I was here specifically to get around in the hot weather. I debated purging it over the last few months, as it's much more ethereal than my core look, but now I'm thinking, that's okay. Some days I feel more mother earth new agey, besides, the comfort in the heat can't be denied. The cami is a simple layer piece from Kmart of all places.
Anyway, my rambling comes down to, if no one sees me but the cat, at what point is 'getting dressed' just diminishing returns. I do know that getting dressed in some semblance helps me feel better. As does taking WIW pics, no matter how uninspired. I just have to find that balance I guess. (oh, and that's my Fitbit on my shirt - oops)
No need to comment, just need to get my mojo I think.

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12 years ago

Catnip

Veteran

I know how you feel abut getting dressed with nothing special planned. Most days I have something on the calendar, but even when I don't, I wear something at least dressy enough to go to the lobby of my apartment building to get the mail. You never know who you might run into.

Lisa

I always get ready for the day, even when I know I will be home all day. I may change into loungewear earlier (say 3pm instead of 6pm) but it always makes me feel like I am 'part of the world' when I am dressed.

Sara L.

I like the skirt and think this is a good lounging around the house outfit. I know what you mean about getting dressed vs. staying in lounge clothes. It's one reason that I recently updated all my lounge wear - no more holey shirts! I feel like staying in lounge wear is more acceptable if it's cute and fits well.

rachylou

It's really a beautiful look.

I have to say, my look for the hottest of days isn't really me either, but hot is hot. I am going to wear a sundress and that's that.

abc

Mo, I'm right there with you. Since changing jobs and working from home about 75% of the time, I feel like I've lost my mojo too. But it does feel good to get dressed up - even with nowhere to go. I hear you on the balance of saving the good stuff for later/preserving it from mishaps, but I've learned I feel way better if I do get dressed more often than not. I allow myself some lazy days but I do have to force myself most of the time but afterwards I'm happy I did it. Just like the gym actually! Good luck getting your mojo back and fwiw you look great in white.

Helena

Terrific-looking outfit ... so pretty.

Anonymous

Well, this looks really pretty on you.

annagybe

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Nice!

Suz

You look fresh and pretty, and I think you are jumping Tory and making Fitbit a great accessory. i have the same colour, by the way!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Love this lounging look. So cute.

Debora

So pretty, Mo! You have the best lounge capsules.

April

Now that I'm home all the time too I've struggled with the same questions, Mo. "Is it silly to put on a jacket with my jeans when I'm just going to fold laundry and chop vegetables?"

I've been working on adding pieces to my wardrobe that allow me to do the non-glamorous things I'm doing most of the time (think "washable") while still looking more presentable than loungewear.

Dee

I work from home sometimes and don't tend to go all out those days, but like Lisa said, I do feel more "part of the world" if I'm at least not in loungewear the entire day. That said, this is far nicer than anything I usually lounge in! I think it looks very nice on you.

catgirl

This is better than I ever do lounging. I don't know if I would ever get dressed if I didn't have to go to work. It's a little Free People which is nice for your style.

Deborah

I think you look really lovely and this is a perfect outfit for hot weather. I am looking rather ashamedly at myself right now in jersey pj pants and oversized camo tee... need to work on lounge wear.

Well WE get to see you, so I appreciate your effort!

This is a look that I wish I could wear in the heat. Every white skirt I try doesn't flatter my apple belly.

YLF!

Gigi

I think this looks great, Mo. And I do think it makes a difference to dress up even if it's just you and the cat. Because of health problems, I don't go out of my apt. three times a week, but I still dress up. It helps me feel good about myself.

As far as preserving your clothing from Taco Bell mishaps, what I do is just grab a full-length apron and put it on over my clothes. So get yourself a stylish apron!

Jaime

You look great!

carolbee

I think you look great, well worth making an effort. I'm actually stunned that you are wearing white to lounge in!!

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