You guys! We had our first freeze last night, but when we woke up this morning we also discovered our first SNOW!
It only snows two or three times a year in Abilene, so we are freaking out in the best way. This snowy, cold weather has me wanting to abandon regular clothes and just wear cozy, comfy clothes all day long.
So how about diving into my PJ/loungewear capsule? We’ll chat how many pieces I have, my go-to uniform, my color palette, and how to start a loungewear capsule of your own.
WHAT’S IN MY LOUNGEWEAR CAPSULE
The drawer you see below houses it all, from leggings to bralettes.
I’ve got a total of 18 pieces in here: Two pretty sweatshirt tunics, two pairs of leggings, two comfortable bralettes, two long sleeve tees, and ten tees/tanks that I’ve collected over the past ten or so years.
Other stuff? My thick wool socks live in my sock drawer and my Mahabis house shoes go in my closet. (By the way, you can use that link for 15% off a pair of Mahabis house shoes, if you want.)
I officially capsuled my loungewear around the time I started Unfancy, in 2014. Building it was less about buying new pieces and more about paring down to only the most comfortable pieces I already owned. I didn’t really set a strict number for it either — in fact, the first time I ever counted it was in preparation for this post. Instead, I just went with what felt right.
You might notice a theme of twos: two sweatshirt tunics, two pairs of leggings, two bralettes, etc. For me, two has been enough. These pieces do get a ton of wear, but they’ve lasted beautifully, even after many, many washes. I’m just now getting ready to replace one pair of leggings that recently got a hole in the bum. But even still, those super inexpensive target leggings surprised me and lasted nine years — way longer than I thought they would.
This capsule hasn’t changed much lately, but now that it’s cold outside again, I do have three things currently on my wish list: A cozy lounge cardigan — maybe this one or this one with a hood. This pair of super cozy L.L.Bean Lodge Boots. And another pair of leggings (to replace the pair that just got a hole in them).
I use IKEA drawer dividers to keep things organized, and I keep my workout gear in a seperate drawer.
COLOR PALETTE
As you can see, pretty much everything is a heathered shade of grey. In fact, I lovingly refer to my loungewear drawer as “The Grey Drawer.”
Why so much grey? Well, I like grey. But I especially like that grey doesn’t show dog hair. You know, since my pup constantly sheds little white hairs and I love to cuddle him. So, grey to the rescue!
To keep all this grey from looking too drab, I play up the contrast factor and wear dark bottoms with lighter grey or cream tops.
I think someday I’d like to get a little pop of color in there, like a blush pink. Maybe one day.
UNIFORM
When it’s chilly outside, my uniform is always the same:
- Leggings
- A bralette and tee
- A tunic sweatshirt on top
- Warm socks
I like to feel put together-ish even in loungewear clothes, and this uniform always makes me feel cozy and cute — dressed enough in case someone stops by.
I can quickly convert this uniform into an errend running outfit by adding Birkenstock clogs, a parka, and a beanie.
But on the other hand, this uniform quickly converts to PJs, too. All I do is swap the leggings for sleep panties and shed the sweatshirt and socks. Done and done.
HOW TO START A LOUNGEWEAR CAPSULE
You probably already have a good foundation — it just might need to be uncovered.
Start by cleaning out your PJ/loungewear drawer and leave only your favorite, most comfortable items — the ones you reach for again and again.
(I don’t know about you, but most of my sentimental tees end up in my loungewear drawer, even though I don’t wear most of them. If you’re in the same boat, keep them, but just not in your loungewear drawer — that space is reserved for the pieces you reach for again and again.)
Once you let go of the things that are no longer serving you, focus on what you do have. Then, fill in any blanks.
My best advice for filling in those blanks? Avoid “stocking up” and instead, invest in just one or two cozy, comfortable pieces you absolutely love.
So tell me, do you have a loungewear capsule? What’s your go-to lounge uniform? Got any questions about my loungewear capsule? Ask away in the comments!
xo,
P.S. No post tomorrow, but I’ll see you Monday!
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01 | Striped sweatshirt tunic (old from Lou&Grey) | similar by Lou&Grey | similar in solid | similar on sale for $35 | similar under $20
02 | Leggings (old from Target) | similar | similar under $15 | similar
03 | Socks by OmniWool
Love this! I definitely need to pare down my lounge wear, it is cluttered with things I don’t love. Thanks for the inspiration.
Also, I’ve always been meaning to tell you when I found your capsule wardrobe I was pregnant and it really helped me curate a maternity wardrobe. I know you are not in that stage of life yet (or maybe ever!) but I think it is something you could explore someday! Thanks for creating this blog, I look forward to it.
I completely agree! When I was pregnant I watched so many videos and saw posts, etc of everyone collecting numerous maternity pieces and it always felt right to come back to a simple, smaller capsule. I especially challenged myself to find non-maternity pieces that could work during and post-pregnancy. Thank you for brining it up!
This reminds me, I need to clean out my loungewear drawer. The past couple seasons it has been a catch-all for older pill-y shirts or shirt with holes demoted from my closet. I need to clean it out! I just ordered a pair of leggings from Girlfriend Collective, an ethical company, and am anxiously awaiting their arrival. Do you have a summer loungewear drawer as well? Also, I’ve had a lot of my sentimental tees turned into a t-shirt quilt. Now they have a whole new life and keep me cozy when we’re curled up on the couch watching a movie!
Hey Rebecca, great questions. :) My loungewear drawer definitely looks different in the summer. I put my sweatshirts into storage and pull out a few pairs of shorts instead. Your t-shirt quilt sounds so cute!
is it totally wrong that my most recent lounge wear purchase is a fleece leopard print twosie?? Its tacky but so so cosy for after work, my draughty old house in Yorkshire is freezing – thats my excuse and I’m sticking to it
Rachel. If having a leopard print twosie is wrong, then I don’t want to be right! Haha, love it! :)
I love this Caroline! Great post – I usually focus on my “day” (work) clothes when thinking about closet intentionality, but it’s refreshing to take an organized and thoughtful approach to wearing comfortable and cute lounge wear as well. Have you found any sustainability/quality focused brands with great lounge wear?
Hey Emily, Good hYOUman, Threads for Thought, American Apparel, and American Giant are some good ones! :)
I love GoodHyouman and Am Giant!! Those are great recs!
Love this idea! And by the way, I have that Barefoot Dreams circle cardigan and it is one of my favorite pieces! It is SO soft and dresses up or down easily, definitely recommend! :)
Kristin, it is so tempting. Looks perfect! :)
Kristin, it is so tempting. Looks perfect! :)
You’re the cutest.
Agreed ;)
becuz I am sloppy at home ( stains, splatters,etc) AND my mom taught me to “change your clothes after school” i tend to wear things I would NOT wear in public but still not too ugly. I have some comfy well fitting sweats from costco, some old loose turtlenecks, old workout bras that are looser than new ones… for winter at home. Summer it changes to shorts & tank top ( ones that are OLD and thin and yes, holes , spots), or loose sleeveless “shift” . If i had a cute tunic like that i would not be able to relax and sure enough i would splatter something on it.
Caroline, do you keep loungewear and workout items separate or do you for example also use some of the tees for workout?
I have a loungewear/pj issue. It’s the hardest part for me to pare down because some of my pjs are also my loungewear are also my workout clothes. Some of the items like the relaxed fit walking pants and tanks fit into both loungewear and workout wear and I don’t know if designating them strictly for one or the other would help?
Same for me! Lots of overlap in those categories.
I think it’s great to have overlap — that is part of the reason we’re paring down, after all! But it does create difficulties for organization. For me, all the leggings go together with workout pants and all the sweaters and sweatpants go together (except a couple of nice sweaters that are part of my regular capsule). I’ve found it’s not toooooo big of an issue to separate by type of clothing since I have fewer total clothes than I used to.
If you find a better solution, please share!
This isn’t a problem for me. My workout wear consists of compression tights, sports bras and crosstrainers. I don’t like to lounge in any of those items.
Hey Laura, I actually do keep my workout gear and my lounge wear separate. I talked a little about my active wear here: http://bit.ly/2hlF1ZE and I touched on how I organize my other drawers here: http://bit.ly/2beZIR2
Happy reading! :)
Would you be able to explain how you store each drawer? How do you seperate lounge, workout, and pj? And still get use out of each space? I don’t have so much storage :((((
As a SAHM of teens my Lounge wear is my Daily uniform. Black and gray leggings. Black and gray tees. I get men’s slim cut tees. At my age I appreciate longer sleeves and longer length! Slip on tennis shoes. In cold weather I add a black or gray sweat shirt. In hot weather I go with crop leggings or bike shorts. All the bottoms will go under jeans or loose shorts for quick trips Out of the house.
I’ve been mulling over the idea of buying men’s tees for lenght too. Any suggestions on brands?
Uniqulo has the BEST men’s clothes. Everything there is pretty unisex, comfy, and affordable <3
Love this post and your comfy (but cute) outfit! I always cheap out when it comes to lounge wear and never put much thought into my purchases and really pay the price in the long run. Finding something cozy for at home something that has been on my “to buy” list for a few months. These Lou & Grey sweatshirt tunics are exactly what I didntt even realize I have been holding out for. As always, your posts come at the perfect time.
This is so great! I never really thought about loungewear – I work from home so it’s a constant battle between wearing pajamas or actual clothes. Loungewear seems like the perfect happy medium: comfortable but still put together (ish). I think it’s time for me to slowly add some loungewear pieces to my wardrobe. :)
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I love this post, gives me something to aim for…would you mention and link good T’s…
Thank you so! Great ideas and resources!
I second the request for a link to your favorite T’s – long-sleeve and short.
I had the exact same question and thought! What do your loungewear tees/tanks look like? Mine are sadly old/oversized shirts that aren’t cute at all, so I’d love some inspiration, particularly by sustainable/ethical brands. Thanks as always for you inspiration, Caroline!
She has posted about the Madewell tees before!! I find them on Posh for a pretty good price :)
Thank you, enjoy the snow! We often get some snow but not always here in the UK. We haven’t had a proper snowfall for couple of years.
I don’t have separate loungewear but have a drawer divided into workout and pyjamas. I think my loungewear comes somewhere between the two. I have vest tops with elastic support (so similar to your bralettes), yoga pants and soft hoodies double up as pyjamas.
PS but would love to find good products with free shipping, for those of us without stores in town where we live…so links to those stores-ideal.
Check out the Gap. They have amazing leisure wear with great quality. Watch for the online sales! I believe there’s 1 today. I should be an over 50+ Gap model?
I’m definitely on the loungewear capsule game. I’ve been meaning to do a post about it, but mine is more sleepwear. I’m a lazy one and change into lounge/sleep wear the minute I get home so there’s not transition into bed – I just jump right in haha.
I didn’t realize how important a lounge capsule is until I started realizing that pretty home clothes makes me feel pretty AT HOME. With home being my most favorite place to be, it’s super important to feel beautiful while you’re in it!
Now I just need to figure out how to handle impromptu guests…
Sincerely, Tania
That’s a lovely way to look at it Tania! I couldn’t agree more. :)
What a great point! Spot on.
I have added some “love pieces” recently. You’re right about adding a few leisure-wear tunics. It can make a huge difference. A Color pallet does work for me too! Lots of vibrant blues in mine? I strive to wear & be as comfortable as possible. Can’t stand being itchy or restricted. Thanks for continuing to encourage & teach us ?
this is my favorite post of yours ever! thanks for the links.
Yay! I love seeing the “everyday” parts of your wardrobe. I also REALLY enjoy seeing how you store it all and would be up for seeing more of that! Do you have a separate pj drawer or is it one in the same?
Shea, it’s one in the same! :)
Help. My problem is when home 90% of time I am cleaning , cooking etc and want to wear bumbed out stuff to not mess up good loungewear. I always thought it would be great to look cute at home. My uniform is bagging men’s long sweat shorts and a t shirt that I may have cut neckline to make even more comfy. I don’t like aprons. I hate that this is the memory my family will have of me at home.
Help. My problem is when home 90% of time I am cleaning , cooking etc and want to wear bumbed out stuff to not mess up good loungewear. I always thought it would be great to look cute at home. My uniform is bagging men’s long sweat shorts and a t shirt that I may have cut neckline to make even more comfy. I don’t like aprons. I hate that this is the memory my family will have of me at home.
It has been almost two whole years since this comment… but maybe you or someone else will see my response, anyway: cheap T-shirt’s that look cute are EVERYWHERE. It’s all about trying things on for FIT and keeping to your budget (and ethics; thank you thrift stores). A baggy men’s tee full of stains and some oversized sweat pants will look vastly different than ones that fit your body. If you keep the cost low enough, you can replace things when necessary. Heck, I just replaced two of my tees for $5 TOTAL thanks to a BOGO sale of an already cheap brand. It’s super doable :)
I’ve been super into nailing down my cozy lounge-wear lately. I have the same problem with my sentimental tees, so I love that advice! I recently collected all of them and put them in a big pile to be made (eventually) into a t-shirt quilt. Have you seen those? They are really cool! I am excited to set aside some money to be able to do that one day. Especially since I seemed to have moved past the ” special event t-shirt” phase of my life (i.e. high school and college!)
Thanks for sharing!
Also! The Barefoot Dreams Cardis are the absolute best. So soft. So comfy. Yet totally wearable. You can pair with some heeled booties and some fun earrings for an instantly comfortable yet chic outfit. It’s like wearing a blanket, but no one knows! :)
I love wearing things that are like blankets or pyjamas without anyone knowing! Reminds me of that post Caroline made a long time ago about sneaking her leggings under clothes so that she technically never got out of her pyjamas. :) Such happy clothes!
I just ordered one from Project Repat and I love it. I highly recommend them for your tshirt quilt.
Seconded! Project Repat all the way- Fair wage for American workers.
This may be my favorite post yet! I work from home, and am constantly trying to find the right uniform – comfortable and easy enough for a day at home, but put together enough that I can walk out the door for errands or friends without needing to change clothes. Your outfit is adorable and your drawer gives me lots of ideas!
Yay! Good luck, Stephanie! :)
With the cold weather setting in, I think I wear my lounge wear more than any other set of clothing. It’s tempting to just wear crummy old clothes when you get home, but by the time you spend, it’s worth having cozy clothes you love.
Casey, yes! I agree — it makes me feel cuter without much effort! ;)
Caroline, do your Mahabis house shoes have any kind of arch support? I was thinking of using them as work shoes because they look so high quality. The luxe ones look kind of like leather flats, but if they have no arch support or impact cushioning I might have to rethink it. ;)
Hey Katharine, They are super comfy, but they don’t have much in the way of arch support. It doesn’t bother me, but if you’re looking for arch support, they may not be the best. :)
is your lounge wear different from your workout wear. (sorry if you posted workout wear already) ;) ox
Hey Mel, I talked a little about workout clothes here: http://bit.ly/2hlF1ZE and I touched on how I organize my other drawers here: http://bit.ly/2beZIR2 :)
Love this post. This year I pared my non-day clothes down to 2 pairs of leggings, 2 silk night dresses, 4 cotton tank tops, and one slouchy “lounge” sweater. I also keep a sports bra and an extra tank top in a separate plastic bin as workout clothes and I avoid daily washes by splashing a little lavendar oil in the bin once a week. Together, the whole things serves as my sleep, lounge, workout, winter layering, and housework capsule, and it seems to be working great so far!
Perfect ideas, Jane! Thank you for sharing. :)
Wow! This really inspires me to clean up my loungewear drawer. I’ve got all of my old t-shirts in that drawer and they tend to take over! I’ve never really thought about making a drawer dedicated to 2 or 3 lounge outfits (or as their called in my house “soft clothes”). I’ve also never really thought about trying to find pieces that match and maybe discarding the not so cohesive overflow. It would be nice to feel pulled together on those cozy, nesting days instead of a slouchy blob. Thanks for the inspiration! I love reading your posts!
The best fashion purchase I’ve made this decade is a super soft and cozy full-length robe by Natori. Everyone in my house has become magnetized to me during these chilly months.
Ooooh! Sounds so cozy, Lauren! :)
Hi Caroline,
I love your blog– I read it everyday! I’ve been wondering, do you also have a capsule for workout gear? I find that to be the hardest area to pare down and I would love your thoughts!
Thanks,
Erin
Hi Erin, I do have a capsule of sorts for active wear. I touched on that here: http://bit.ly/2hlF1ZE and a little bit on how I organize my other drawers here: http://bit.ly/2beZIR2 :)
Love love this blog! THanks for the great idea :)
I love this post so much! Here in Tulsa we just got our first really cold day too and I’m living it up in my leggings and slippers (although since I’m pregnant I’m wearing STORQ leggings which are insanely comfy for my belly).
I had to share though, my in-laws got me a sleep sweater from Eddie Bauer a few years ago, like a cardigan to schlep around the house in. It’s the greatest piece of loungewear I own. Here’s a link:goo.gl/crnGJO
Enjoy your snuggly day!
You too, Jordan! Thanks for sharing. :)
Oh boy I needed this. I love loungewear and working from home… well, it’s ALL about it. I have this sweatshirt that says “Congratulations to me, I made it out of bed.” LOL The drawer is now filled to the brim because it’s a mix of PJ’s and summer AND winter. Time to tackle it today, thanks for the motivation!
Diana, haha! That sweatshirt is too funny. Good luck lady! :)
I’m a fan of Lou & Grey as well, and did you know that Loft.com sells this brand? With a 40% discount right now!
Love a good discount, Krista! Thank you for sharing. :)
I’m really interested in the Mahabis. Can you tell me more about them in terms of sizing, comfort, durability and ease of wear? Do you love them? I’m comparing my size in Tom’s to my size in Mahabis and I’m wondering if you might know if they are similar in terms of sizing.
Thanks so much!
Yes Lane! I have a pair of the summer Mahabis. I’ve had them for about 6 months. I totally love them — that removable sole is GOLD in my book since I’m always running in and out of the house. Functionally, they are holding up beautifully. But they are starting to look a little worn. I think that’s because I got the lighter color with a white sole, and the white sole has yellowed. I think they would age better in a darker color, so I would recommend getting a darker color and sole. I’m not sure of my size in TOMS, but I’m usually a 7 or a 7.5 in shoes and boots. I got a 38 and they fit great. :)
My sleepwear, lounge wear, and workout cloths overlap and all live in the same drawer. I sleep in a tank and leggings. Then add a tee and my favorite oversized cardigan for lounging. Cardigan and tee get replaced with a racer back tank and pull over for workout. 14 pieces for Fall/Winter. I had to count too.
Jody, that’s a great mix! Thank you for sharing. :)
I think I need to do this! I have leggings and nicer tunics that are my comfy “weekend wear” but when I get home from work I always take off my work clothes and put on my lounge wear – which I take off for bed, and put right back on the next morning to work out, then they go in the washer. So clearly I need 5 of each – also, these clothes end up coated with dog fur. But I would like to have higher quality so I don’t walk around all night every night looking like an unmade bed. Seriously, some of my stuff has holes and I need to upgrade. My yoga pants die quickly – anyone have a quality brand they can recommend?
Check out Girlfriend Leggings, Beyond Yoga, Greater Than Sports, Onzie, and YogaSmoga. They are all responsibly made, too! :)
Great post! I love comfy/loungewear clothes, especially being a student and working at home…they’re essentials!
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“The Grey Drawer” – love it. I somehow acquired a pair of heathered grey sweatpants and a sweatshirt that are the EXACT same color and my boyfriend refers to me as “the grey blob” when I wear them (which is all the time when it’s cold)! I’m a very comfy grey blob though ;)
Thanks for the post!
Haha Maria, sometimes comfort trumps all! :)
My lounge wear is on a shelf with my workout wear. It consists of two fleece pullovers in black and red, fleece sweatpants in charcoal, black graphic tee, two modal tees in black and turquoise, black knit crop pants, black/grey fleece slippers and black flip-flops. In winter, I wear a fleece pullover and pants over a tee, or long underwear when it’s below freezing, socks and slippers.
I recently minimized my PJ drawer, and it still feels like I have a ton of stuff. Going to minimize it some more. This helps a lot! Thank you.
Get it girl. :)
This makes me want to cultivate my loungewear collection a bit more…mostly it’s just a random assortment of sentimental tees and ugly pajama pants! Also, this outfit looks super comfy! Perfect for a day at home!
-Vicki
Basically Beautiful
Love this! I really want to start a wardrobe capsule ASAP.
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Abbie, hope you’ll give it a try! It’s such a great lesson in self-discovery. :)
Okay. I need to know what sleep panties are. Because I usually nix my pants before bed and just sleep in t shirt and undies. But since you know all the things – what are the best ones for sleeping?
Hey Tamara, I wear these comfy Patagonia hipsters: http://bit.ly/2gir9PJ :)
As a nursing mom on the go with a baby & 4 year old, my lounge wear must be simple and flexible. My rule of thumb, if I wouldn’t wear it outside to simply grab a few groceries or the mail, then it doesn’t belong in my loungewear capsule. I have 3 leggings – black, gray and brown and 2 gray sweat pants. I probably have about 10 tees from GAP, Target and Everlane – regular non-maternity with v- or scoop neck lines for easy nursing. If I’m just going to drop off my son to school, play at the park or grab groceries I wear this plus a cardigan and fiats or booties. If I’m going to lunch, the mall, or a day of errands, I only swap the pants for jeans, cotton skinny pants or ponte pants. Or skirt / shorts in summer. Church, work, parties and dinner is when I dress up. All my clothes are in neutrals for easy dressing. A lot of black, gray, navy, white. Some brown and army green. I add pops of color in my lipstick and accessories – that’s the area that changes a lot. Buy my clothes are more minimalist.
Smart lady! I love that you shared your method, it makes so much sense. Thanks Johna! :)
thanks for sharing! I’m a nursing mom and this is helpful.
Too funny- I actually did this after I had my son! This was my “maternity leave” uniform and it was so comfy. I should do this now for the weekends!
Fun post Caroline. You are great at partnering cute with organized. I loved your panty/bra capsule wardrobe post too.
On lounge wear I live in Vancouver, B.C. which is where Lululemon yoga wear was founded, so have been wearing yoga pants for as lounge wear for nearly 20 years. Yup, I’m that side of 40. But I never considered my outfits of cute T’s under Lululemon hoodies plus tight or loose yoga pants as lounge wear. Cool to consider – thanks.
Your loungewear is so on point. I especially love the colour palette. At home, I just dress like a hobo, like my old university camp tees. And no bra, def! I feel so unglam, haha.
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I love the coziness of this whole post. It makes me miss Buffalo winters (but just a little bit!)
xx, Marie
Our house is currently pulled apart to install new carpet in the upstairs. The clutter has been bugging me for a while now and even though I did a big purge this time last year, I’ve reached a point where I’m feeling more minimalist and need to pare down more. So once the new carpet goes in next week, my goal is to get rid of 800 things before the New Year. My closets are going to take a hit!
I love clothes, but what you said is correct about always reaching for my favourites. The capsule idea is the perfect way to rethink what I’m wearing, how much I’m buying, etc. Finding this website couldn’t have come at a better time!! I know what I’ll be doing this weekend. :)
Thank you! This post is so timely because the other day I arrived home and didn’t know what to change into for being ‘at home’ and my partner asked why I didn’t have track pants. I’ve got plenty of tees I love and have little holes so I often wear them and some sweatshirt jackets that are perfect. I just need some sort of pants (I’m not really a leggings fan). Great tips, so thanks for sharing!
A loungewear capsule… how has this not occurred to me already?? My one pair of fleece lounge pants have a hole in the bum as well, plus the one long sleeved tee I loved wearing all last winter also has a couple of holes in it. Thank you for the inspiration to clean that area of my closet out (ps, I had a feeling your sweatshirt was Lou & Grey before I saw your note :) Their fabric is sooo comfortable).
What bralettes do you buy? I have never found any that are actually comfy enough to feel lounge-y in.
PS Love the blog. It’s one of the only ones that feels like real life instead of some fanciful life full of over the top OOTD.
Hey Amanda, just these: http://bit.ly/2gKJy3K from Nordstrom Rack. :)
best post ever? please do more! PJs, etc?? love love love
This post is exactly what I needed! I love that you shared your organization method in addition to the other details. I actually get excited about organizing :)
Thanks for the post!
I have two pairs of cashmere jogging bottoms. The BEST purchase I have ever made. Drawstring waist and straight legs, you can wear them anywhere. Post abdominal surgery this week, they have once again proved their value.
Where do you even get cashmere jogging bottoms?! Tell me more?
Ooo! I’ve wondered abt this! I’m also super curious abt an athletic wear capsule :)
I’ve always been a bit unco with loungewear, always unsure if I was being a slob for not wearing proper pants and wasting the rest of my capsule. I think I need to delve a bit more into this and experiment. It’s the cute clothes versus the comfortable clothes like you mentioned before!
Hi Caroline!!! Love this post!!! Can u please post some tips about night suits and sleep wear as well!!
Thanks for linking those IKEA drawer organizers, Caroline! I’ve been trying to nail down a way to keep things organized inside my drawers and thanks to you I’ve found a solution. :)
Such a cozy and beautiful photos , and you are so pretty <3 <3
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Yes, grey to hide the fur! I do the same thing in my house full of fuzzy critters. It camouflages all the different colors I have to deal with.
So I’m a professional dogwalker (YAY!!) so my loungewear capsule is also my work capsule (I know, I’m so lucky to be able to say that) so it’s a little larger than yours because I do primarily wear these things almost daily.
American Eagle leggings WITH POCKETS! These are my god. 3 pairs. They’re slightly thicker and so cozy.
J Crew cashmere pullover hoodie in charcoal. How fancy is a cashmere hoodie? I felt like a loser buying this, but I’ve been in love with her for so long.
A few long tight tank tops. I love these because they layer under whatever so easily.
Ll Bean fleece lined flannel. Totally feel like I belong on Roseanne wearing this, but I don’t hate that…
Fuzzy socks that for some reason everyone gives me around the holidays.
I love your very practical and sensible laid back style. Will go through my PJ drawer and edit.
Oh my goodness! My jammies drawer can get out of hand! I really need to pair it down and make a lounge where capsule!
This is slightly off topic, but where did you get the woven cushion under the sheepskin? I’ve been searching for one that same size! Thank you.
Hey Lindsey, it’s from Ikea! :)
thank you!!
I recently cleaned out my loungewear drawer/pj drawer. And wow! was there a lot in there. For some reason, any shirt that gets a small stain, or more often a teeny tiny little hole right at the nelly (thanks to a certain unnamable dachshund in my life who is always on my lap), they made their way to this drawer. Madness. I also had sentimental shirts, or more often, lots of shirts from my mil that were the nice Life Is Good shirts. Very soft and comfortable, just not something I actually wear out in my daily life. I actually have three drawers for loungewear – two small half drawers and one large drawer. I am proud to say I have reduced it by 2/3 (and lets face it two pairs of flannel sock monkey pajamas are super comfy but not particularly attractive to the husband. But we’re coming up on 16 years of marriage, I think he’s accepted that comfy is where its at).
It feels so good to have most of that pile going to the charity shop. The issue will arise the next time something gets a tiny stain or hole not to put it into the loungewear drawer!
LOVE this post, just been trying to create something similar for myself! Also I adore your blog, every time i come back to it I wonder why I don’t read it moer often!
Emma xx
I hope you didn’t already answer this but there are too many comments for me to read. Do the socks run true to size? Some of the reviews said they were too big and the heel rides more up on the ankle. I live in MN and my feet are always cold so I’d love to try these socks. Thanks for the info and the good advice.
Coming here from The Nester’s blog and enjoying the visit very much. Necessity forced me to pare down to a capsule wardrobe years ago; I’ve never looked back – too much:) In the winter, around the house, oversized men’s flannel shirts often find their way on as a top layer. I don’t know why, but there is just something so perfect and wintry with leggings, a tank or tee and a men’s plaid flannel shirt. A belt and boots makes it errand worthy in a flash. Also covers up my pear-shaped self better – ha.
Love, love, love this post. I need to clean out my pajamas drawer. I love all the links to responsibly made clothing. Do you have any specific clothing retailers for pajamas?
Thank you for inspiring me. This is the first post I have read on your blog. I found your blog through the nester. I cannot wait to dive in. Keep being you. Xoxo.
Where do you get your baskets to organize your drawers?
Thanks!
Hey Diana, they’re from IKEA: bit.ly/2jpPaEl :)
Thank you!
A Royal Robbins Blanket Jacquard Wrap, Ibex Woolies 1 Raceback, and Ibex Izzie Tights. I pretty much never take them off. I’m also currently eyeing Haflinger’s wool felt closed heel grizzly clogs to replace some cute, but cheaply-made, worn out slippers that offer no support, no warmth, and no breathability.
A little late to this post, but if you’re still wanting to add some color to your loungeware capsule, maybe try a colorful bralette! I wear them often, especially with neutral outfits in order to add a tiny but powerful pop of color :)
I’d love to see your updated loungewear capsule if you have one – most of your items are now discontinued! :(