Best loungewear for working from home without living in PJs

In the wake of the outbreak of COVID-19, many of us have been forced to enter a new age of working from home.

It’s a strange transition for those of us who are used to going into an office every day and – while totally necessary – can pose challenges.

For some, walking from bed to sofa or dining table to start our working day means we don’t leave our pyjamas all day, which can lead to feeling slugging (and having to throw on a decent top for any video calls that might be taking place).

Although the advice is currently to act as if you are going to go to work in person in the mornings, there is a workaround that means you aren’t getting dolled up simply to stay at home – loungewear.

It’s the midpoint between pyjamas and ‘proper’ clothes, meaning you look and feel professional enough but are still comfy and cosy.

We’ve picked the best pieces from the UK that can be delivered right to your door.

Boohoo, £13.50

In video calls, this will simply look like you’re wearing a chic cable knit jumper, but you’ll feel like you’re in your jammies.

Don’t be too frightened of the cropped top here, as the high-waisted bottoms mean you’ll avoid any overhang of belly.

This one also comes in black and grey, and is great value for a full set.

Missguided, £25

Jumpsuits really should have been invented for situations like this, where you’re in the comfort of your home and aren’t self-conscious having to get naked in the toilets of a bar or restaurants.

This super-soft version is from Missguided, and you can bag 25% off (correct at the time of writing) with the code lucky.

ASOS Design CURVE, £30

Plisse material has the wonderful quality of being swishy and stretchy in all the right places, while still looking totally put-together.

Master the Tan France ‘French tuck’ with this understated maroon number, and no one will believe it was only supposed to be worn around the house.

Sweaty Betty, £80

Bear with us here, because these yoga pants are anything but cheap.

However, if you want something that’ll last forever (and just happens to work well during self isolation) these could be ideal.

They’re sweat-wicking, won’t break however crazy your moves are, and are lightweight for any travels you may go on.

DKNY at TK Maxx, £19.99

Some people refuse to get out of black regardless of the situation, which is where this floaty lounge set comes in.

The loose vest top and elasticated flared trousers will keep you feeling your usual ‘all black everything’ self – as well as bearing a designer logo – while you’re in the house.

ASOS Design – £16

Men have a reputation for not wearing pyjamas, which is absolutely fine but can pose a problem when you need something to doss around in in the house.

This is perfect as it doesn’t look too ‘pyjama-ey’. You’ll likely see plenty of fashionable lads walking around London wearing the very same garms once the weather heats up, so you won’t feel like Wee Willie Winkie in his night-shirt.

Uniqlo – £29.90

Uniqlo has always been the GOAT for functional basics that last a long time.

Unsurprisingly, this 96% cotton sweat set is no different. It’s certainly not something that’d be confined to the house only, and will last long after quarantines do.

Next, £34

A solid basic set of PJs, that has plenty of stretch and is also cuffed at the sleeves and ankles.

It might not seem like a revelation, but if you haven’t good a good pair of these in your drawer, you’re missing out on a lot of comfort.

Piglet, £100

For those of you who are used to wearing a shirt to work, you might want to compromise with this ultra-luxe set from Piglet.

They’re made from 100% natural stonewashed flax and can even be monogrammed, so you feel like the king or queen of your castle.

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