Build your best wardrobe... starting with loungewear

Joan King

September 30, 2020

As fall sets in it’s time to get cozy! I’ve been asked about loungewear more often as the temps gets cooler. People seem to be getting ready to ride out the fall in comfort. Sounds good to me!

Sometimes we need our loungewear to pull double-duty. I love to put on something comfortable for the day when I know I’ll be close to home. But I also want to look put together enough that if I need to run a few errands in the middle of the day, I don’t feel like I’m going out in my pajamas. The right loungewear can be both comfortable and stylish for home or out. There are plenty of places we’re running to these days… we’re always moving even if it’s just in small bursts. You need clothes that fit your lifestyle.

As always, versatility is key! Make that wardrobe work for you. The effort doesn’t have to be in picking a perfect outfit every morning. Fill your closet with clothes that work together and flatter you. When that’s your closet, it doesn’t matter what you pick in the morning …. it will all look great. Often the issue is that we settle for clothes that look only “ok”. Instead we should demand that anything filling our closet fit additional criteria: Is it flattering on my body type? Is it an item that I can wear on more than one occasion? Does it pair well with other items in my closet?

Start being more selective about the clothes you buy and you’ll find that getting dressed is easier and you’ll consistently feel good about what you’re wearing. With this in mind… let’s start with some comfortable and stylish pieces to make your loungewear a versatile option in your closet!

J. Crew Polartec Sherpa Fleece — Polartec Sherpa Fleece

J. Crew Supercozy Puff-sleeve Pullover — Supercozy Puff-sleeve Pullover

Lou & Grey Signaturesoft Plush Upstate Sweatpant

Abercrombie & Fitch Asymmetrical Snap-Up Fleece

The Sister Studio x A&F Cozy Waffle Hoodie

Joan King

September 17, 2020

Find a time to dress up!

Joan King

September 17, 2020

We spent a lot of time close to home this summer as I’m sure many of you did. But we also found opportunities to enjoy the summer sun. It’s important especially now to find time to celebrate in our own way. And maybe dressing up will help you feel a little more special… I know it does for me.

One of my favorite summer dresses which I did manage to wear once this summer is now on sale! This dress is easy, flattering, comfortable and lightweight for a hot summer. (See photo.) This is the Joie Krystina B Cotton Dress.

Joie has been a favorite brand of mine for some time. They are classic but trendy, simple but elegant, and always flattering. Joie is a great go-to for a staple piece. Whether it’s a sweater, top or a dress, Joie will have a piece for the season that will fill your wardrobe hole. And now those pieces are on sale! See a few of my favorites below.

While I know these are incredibly challenging times, I hope you find your opportunity to dress up and celebrate!

Joan King

March 16, 2020

Time to get comfy

Joan King

March 16, 2020

So now that we are practicing “social distancing” will you be living in your PJ’s? I know my kids LOVE to stay in their PJ’s as long as possible. And on the weekends when we don’t have plans, I’m happy to let them. But even though we’ll be home over the next several weeks, the kids are still expected to e-learn. And I’m expected to work from home. Like many of you, I have no idea how this is going to work. I’m fairly certain there will be a large amount of wine and coffee involved.

But one thing I do think we’ll need to figure out how to do is place some structure in our day. This might be my best chance at getting in a few working hours. One thing I notice with my kids is that they’re less likely to stick to a schedule if they are lounging around all day in PJ’s. But if I get them to brush their teeth, put on clothes, and comb their hair, they seem to be more mentally ready for the day ahead. I think this makes sense. It’s a way for them to pull themselves together and get in a mindset. This works for adults too!

Just because they’re getting out of PJ’s doesn’t mean they can’t be comfortable. My kids insist on being comfortable. Sweatpants, track pants, under armor t-shirts… my boys live in this stuff. I also have my share of sweatpants, track pants, leggings and jeans that I find to fit the definition of “comfy”. And when I work from home, I put on an outfit. Even if that’s just leggings and a tunic sweater, it’s still an outfit that I purposefully put on to go about my day in. Like my kids, I find I’m most productive when I’m dressed for my day.

So even though we’ll be at home for the foreseeable future, we’ll still be getting out of those PJ’s and into something purposeful. After all, we still have things to accomplish and we’ll do our best to get them done. And doing them in a cute comfy outfit couldn’t hurt.