Cute or Comfy:Why Not Do Both?
Loungewear has become increasingly more popular after the quarantine era of doing everything at home. Now that we are doing more things in person, why do we have to sacrifice our comfy clothes? How can we still look cute while maintaining comfort? This mentality follows me, and countless college girls, across the country to our various campuses. More times than not, I find myself trying to make my outfits both comfortable, while being chic at the same time. If I could wear sweatpants everywhere, I would!
After searching long and hard for the best brands and looks, my friends have accredited me with nailing the perfect loungewear fit. Now, I am going to share with you my expertise in “Krushing” a loungewear outfit that will make you look put together and trendy.
There are many brands of luxury sweatshirts and sweatpants that are a great addition to a loungewear outfit. Madhappy, Cherry LA, The Mayfair Group, Aviator Nation, Roots, Free City and Boys Lie are great places to shop for unique hoodies, crewnecks, sweatpants and sweat shorts.
These brands can contribute to the more unique pieces you can build an outfit around, but for affordable basics shop at brands such as Brandy Melville, PacSun, Zara and even Urban Outfitters.
Building a comfy and cute look can be centered around a unique item, but it can also be built completely out of basics. For example, the simplest pair of colored sweatpants with a white high neck tank and an oversized zip up will keep you appearing stylish instead of slobby.
Accessories are another essential part of making comfy cute. Chunky gold or silver jewelry can really take your outfit to the next level. Gold hoops and a few gold chains are my go to's for keeping my comfys looks stylish. For affordable costume jewelry try Adinas Jewels, or Amazon,
Hair accessories are also essential. Instead of using your go to old scrunchie for when your hair doesn't look great, try a claw clip. These are an affordable option that will help you appear put together on a lazy day.
To complete your look, shoes are essential. Chunky or platform sneakers are a great way to lift your look. Converse, Naked Wolfe, and Nike are great places to shop for a basic everyday sneaker that will pair well with any outfit. If you want your shoes to be the statement piece of your outfit, try Alexander McQueen, Jordans, Golden Goose, Off-White, or Balenciaga.
As the fall semester approaches, and we finally get back into classes, this guide to a simple loungewear outfit will help you look put together with as little effort as possible. Who knew that sweats could look so chic?
By Margaret Terry, University of Wisconsin-Madison ‘23