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Your favourite leisure combination

Runcarla

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I don’t wear pyjamas, preferring to sleep in the nude. However, when I don’t want to get dressed for the day right away, or if I’ve had a bath early in the evening, or I’m travelling, I want to wear something soft and comfortable that will look decent when I’m hanging out.

My ‘go-to’ to date, has been Capri length cotton jersey bottoms with a wide leg, and a long sleeve cotton T - both black. 2 identical sets. At the same time the sleeves of both tops, at the elbows, showed wear in a wide ladder tear, and the bottoms are very faded. I think I’ve been wearing them for 4 years!?

I’d like to upgrade as I replace. Preferably long (at least ankle length) length bottoms and long sleeves on the top. Any recommendations? I will be essentially building from scratch. (I’ve pressed a pair of yoga pants and a black T into temporary service while I sort this out.)

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UmmLila (Lisa)

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Negative Underwear whipped anything

Vuori joggers and your top of choice.

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Sloper

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Outdoor Voices joggers, a Gap tee, and my LL Bean extra-fluffy hoodie.

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Bee

I’m a big fan of putting together different pieces to create my co’ords. Right now I have on flared legging from Calzedonia in smooth black velvet and a short sleeved cropped top from Forever 21 in a similar fabric but ribbed and with a comfy, somewhat boxy fit. I have another “set” with velvet leggings in burgundy and a jersey top with a Gucci inspired print full of gold chains and tigers

. My favourite set for hot weather includes a navy blue cropped T dotted with tiny white stars in super soft stretchy cotton. I bought it years ago in Brazil. For bottoms, some form fitting terrycloth/lycra blend Bershka short shorts in tiny yellow, white and green stripes. Together, the pieces bring to mind the Brazilian flag.

Angie

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FWIW Carla, I like my versions to be VERY soft, floppy, and made of cotton. I also like to be covered and cozy, so no bare skin other than my forearms and ankles in high heat.

Cotton camisole instead of a bra underneath. Cotton knickers.

I love this type of at-home-only loungewear - which I wear DAILY. First thing in the morning when I get out of bed, AND when I wind down for the day, after supper.

I haves these exact items:

BIG floppy Nike sweatpants (full length on me).
Short sweatshirts like the LOVE one from Whistles to match. I have navy versions too.
Marks & Spencer sets for HOT days. All patterned navy.

And currently considering the Spiritual Gangster set

Nike Sportswear Phoenix High Waist Wide Leg Sweatpants

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Nike Sportswear Phoenix High Waist Wide Leg Sweatpants

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Whistles Love Print Sweatshirt

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Marks and Spencer

BODY Cool Comfort Cotton Modal Pyjama Set

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Spiritual Gangster Bridget Yin & Yang Cotton French Terry Sweatshirt

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Spiritual Gangster Perfect Yin & Yang Cotton Sweatpants

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Anonymous

I've broken my all black catburglar formula and gotten into Thai harem pants for sleep/lounge recently, which I pair with black high neck tank tops.

Super comfortable and good even for our hot summers (as long as our ac's continue to function).

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Bee

I used to wear my husband’s old tees with baggy, oversized adidas track pants I’d held on to since middle school PE class. But I realized this was seriously hindering my body confidence. When I started putting together outfits I could actually see myself leaving the house in, it was a big step towards getting myself to actually leave the house.

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SarahD8

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My loungewear is a disaster, I will be reading along with interest!

Echo

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I'm with Sarah: my loungewear is a disaster and I, too, need help. I'll be following this!

DonnaF

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Depends on how warm you want to be. On the bottom I wear Uniqlo joggers sold as loungewear. Tie at the waist and elastic cuffs and pockets which I love. Because the length is fine on me I fear they would be too short on you. They are lightweight and flattering which is more than I can say for anything else I have tried in this style.

Jaime

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A mishmash of things I have thrifted - as long as they are cotton, comfortable and with pockets.

LaPed

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When it’s cold, cotton joggers/hoodies/sweatshirts (most of mine are Patagonia and Athleta), sometimes with a micro-puffy vest for added warmth — and wool slippers!

For warm weather, loose cotton or merino boxer/pj shorts (I get the cotton ones from Coyuchi, the merino ones from Wool&Prince—actual men’s boxers, but they fit the best!) and oversized Jungmaven hemp tees. Received several random Jungmaven tees in a trade last year and fell in love with them for loungewear — soooo soft and floppy!

Bijou

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I love my velvet dressing gown!

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Olive Green

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I have some older Starfish pants from Lands End, I just keep replacing them as they wear out in 3-5 years. I get two pairs at a time, and pair them with t’s both long and short sleeved, as needed, and sweatshirts. Excellent for running out the door at midnight if you have to (dogs) and I use them as lounge/pajamas in the winter or while traveling, hotel or motorhome.
They come in capri length, and petites.
Been doing this for about 25 years, so they do work for me.
The colours are seldom in my wheelhouse, so when I looked just now, I ordered the rich coffee immediately! You like black and navy, so have much more choice.

slim cat

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A mismatch of things from ROSS, Marshalls and Rack. It's almost like a pj. There is printed black and white flow-y pants that I've got from Old Navy a few years ago that I'd combine with graphic tee and some long sleeved topper for a slightly more "put together" look .

kinnick

I have been wearing Harvest & Mill lightweight joggers. They also have t-shirts. Limited color palate. Organic cotton. Made in U.S. but I think you are in Canada?

kinnick

Also, Skin Clothing at skinworldwide.com is really soft but pretty thin. I usually wait for a sale to buy their clothes.

LJP

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Uh, shorts and a t-shirt in the summer . Lol. Funny , a couple of years ago I became obsessed with having loungewear “look” and creating some sort of capsule . Probably from discussions here on the forum and blog . It drove me nuts trying to put together a little capsule until I had to acknowledge I just do not care enough to worry about it . I’m presentable enough to be able to run down to take out garbage or recycling , or to grab the mail , and that’s all that matters . I honestly change into the same pair of denim shorts almost every single day and pull on any random cool , fresh top. In the winter I wear jeans or sweats and a sweatshirt . I’m so basic

Irina

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You and me, LJP I have two shorts from Uniqlo, one seersucker grey and one striped cotton. I keep nicer t-shirts mostly for the online meetings and wear the rest every day, way too many t-shirts, got obsessed with them during Covid.

Sal

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It’s such a personal thing - my routine means I don’t have this stage often. During the week I get into gear and exercise at 6am, in the weekend one day I might wear a robe for an hour or two. Then it’s into day clothing.

At night I shower again but typically just before bed and don’t get out of my day clothes unless it’s been a gardening or similar day.

I have linen pyjamas in summer and a pair of lovely cotton floral pants that I wear with a cami or tee as another option if I stay with friends etc. I wouldn’t wear these further than the gate though!

i do have joggers and leggings and a sweatshirt that I wear at home sometimes.

notsaf

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Cuyana has great organic cotton loungewear in my experience!

Suz

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Uh...I keep trying and failing to do a proper lounge capsule.

In winter, I wear long sleeved cotton PJs for sleep. For lounge, I often wear gear tops -- Icebreaker merino -- and I actually like those. I don't have bottoms, though, other than leggings. Which I don't like wearing except for exercise. So that is a project. I have tried a number of different options and have not liked a single thing so far.

In summer, I don't really wear loungewear at all. But again, it might be nice to have something suitable. Nice pajamas? What I wear for PJs now is mens' boxer shorts (cotton) and old t-shirts! Not the most elegant solution.

bj1111

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Honestly, a pajama set in crisp cotton and a great pattern

Sleepy Jones is my go to when there is a sale. Jcrew has a great on in a solid blue and the pink is sale on sale.

Janet

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LOL my loungewear is a mishmash! I have a hoodie obsession and have a variety in different weights and styles. Some thick and warm, some lightweight more for coverage than warmth. Keep in mind we have had contractors in our house most days for the last eight months, so you get the picture. Also basic Madewell and other tees that are retired from day wear. Graphic tees. And assorted sleep shorts, pajama pants, and a pair of ridiculously soft joggers that I think I got for $8 at one of the Macys clearance racks. I’d duplicate in a heartbeat if I could remember the brand. Also a couple of the True & Co bralettes I started wearing daily during the pandemic. Nothing special or terribly coordinated. Much like Lisa, I just need it to be comfortable, washable, and able to run out to the trash cans or mailbox or open the door to a worker.

For sleep, I have some pajama sets from Printfresh, PJSalvage, Bedhead, Splendid, Natori, and some separates (pajama pants and shorts and tees or tanks). I had to get rid of any very warm pajamas, sadly. I just can’t sleep when I’m too warm anymore.

kerry

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I’m looking to change up my loungewear. I need something I can go out in with our dog. Right now, in summer, I wear ON cotton poplin pj pants (comfy, pockets!) and ON short sleeve sweatshirts (we have air conditioning so the weight is just right). In winter, I do flannel pj pants - Boden and Lands End (cannot sleep in these - too hot - but perfect for lounging as we like to keep the house cool) and a GAP hoodie. I’m super picky about my lounging hoodie. Can’t be too thick (too hot, Roots for example) and the sleeves can’t be too long - for tasks around the house. I’m looking for replacements (not easy!) as mine are getting worn out. They’re in the laundry weekly - my loungewear is by far the hardest working part of my wardrobe! Lol

cat2

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Joggers and sweatshirt styles but in lightweight knits. My current ones are DKNY mostly, but I do have some pieces mixed in from Catherine Malandrino, Madewell and Splendid.

Kyle

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In summer, I wear Tek Gear drawstring shorts with a Hanes shelf bra camisole and cotton t-shirt. In winter I swap the shorts for Old Navy joggers and the t-shirt for an Athleta or Lou and Grey sweatshirt. All super soft and loose.

I occasionally wear Cozy Earth pajamas or my Hanro set. My husband bought it for me when I was quite ill during the pandemic, and it’s the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

Cee

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Well, it's winter here, so my PJs are generally fleecy track pants, a T-shirt and if it's cold enough, a fleecy sweatshirt.

As for daytime leisure wear, it remains well worn in denim jeans, a T-shirt or thermal top under a chunky knit poloneck or a lightweight poloneck layered under another sweater.

The Cat

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When I just want to wear something soft and comfortable, I wear NICE patterned joggers and NICE long T-shirt (not a matching set). I have several of each, and they are all so presentable that I COULD leave the house in them. I often mix them with other items as well.

If I feel cold or need to leave the house for a short trip, I add either a long cardigan or a long button-front shirt worn as a topper.

Janet

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Oh, I forgot that another beloved item for these purposes is a good soft flannel or lightweight cotton plaid shirt, a bit oversized. I have an ancient one from Target/Merona that I sized up to an XL, and it has outlasted several other old plaid shirts!

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