FROM THE COUCH TO WORK IN A FEW EASY STEPS
I’ve been taking a new approach to loungewear. I doubt if loungewear will ever leave my closet completely since it is so stinking comfortable. But, I want to tweak my loungewear purchases to be more versatile and perform double duties. I want to be able to go from the couch to work in a few easy steps.
There is a whole new category of loungewear, and it is called Luxe Loungewear. While Luxe means expensive or high-quality, that isn’t always the case with loungewear. There are cashmere and silk loungewear items that would fall into that category. The loungewear that I am looking for has to be comfortable, stylish, and LOOK expensive, but it doesn’t have to be expensive.
This loungewear set is an example of what I am talking about. It looks very expensive when it is all dressed up, but it meets my comfortable and stylish criteria also. This outfit is very affordable and elegant looking, and you are bound to get compliments when you wear it.
The grey crewneck sweater vest can be worn alone or as a layering item. I love the ribbed design of the sweater, and the fit is great. I am wearing a size medium in the sweater, and it isn’t tight at all.
Sweater sets are in style right now, so adding the matching wide-leg sweater pants is a must. The gray is the perfect neutral color, and it will go great with other tops beside the vest. I love the pants’ flowy movement, and I think that they hit me at a good length. The ankle length is perfect for flats and sneakers like the Sperry Crest-Vibe ones that I am wearing here. Or, you can add a pair of heels or wedges to the outfit when you want to go to work or out on the town.
I am wearing a size medium in the sweater pants, and they fit me great. The Sperry’s are a size 8 1/2 instead of my usual size 9.
How you go from the couch to work in a few easy steps!
Step one – Accessorize
The first thing that I change when I want to go from the couch to work is my accessories. I will add jewelry, different shoes and grab a handbag. The jewelry that I have on for this look is a geometric pair of hoop earrings and a large multi-chain statement necklace. The necklace cost more than the sweater set, but I’ve worn it so much since I purchased it that I’ve gotten my money’s worth from it.
The G.I.L.I. snakeskin shoes are at least four years old, so they are no longer available. But I wanted to show you how shoes can make a difference in a look. Here are a few similar shoes that would work also.
Quilted leather handbags are the rage and have been for some time. This black Tory Burch bag is one that I’ve had for a couple of years, and it is still available online. The bag feels luxurious, and the convertible crossbody chain with the large black tassel is beautiful. I like that you can carry the bag as a crossbody or convert the chain to carry it on your shoulder or arm.
Here are a few that are similar but at a much lower price point.
Step Two – Add A Statement Piece
To bring the whole look together, I added a black knit blazer that I am loving!!! This longer-length blazer draws the eye’s attention since it is dark and such a large part of the outfit. Every part of this outfit works together to create an overall look that would be great for work, a night out, or heading to an event. Since I am always cold, the blazer gives me the added warmth that I need.
This is the same blazer that I wore in yesterday’s post, and I am wearing a medium. I wore the blazer with a pair of jeans in that post, so you can see how versatile the jacket can be. If you didn’t see that post, be sure to check it out now because I gave some tips on how to look young and modern, even though most of us are over 50.
Step Three – Makeup
If you are lounging around the house, then you might not be wearing makeup. Most days, I apply makeup, even if it is only mascara and blush. However, I don’t leave the house unless it is an emergency without a full face of makeup. In my opinion, I think that makeup gives you a polished look, and in a lot of workplaces, that is almost a requirement.
I like experimenting with makeup, and that includes a lot of different brands. The other day, I decided to do a full-face makeup tutorial using only products found at a drug store. Since I’ve used L Oreal products before and loved the results, I decided to use that brand.
Here is a list of products that I used.
Infallible Pro-Matte Blendable Foundation – Sun Beige 106 // True Match Super-Blendable Blush – Baby Blossom // True Match Lumi Bronze It Bronzer For Face and Body – 03 // Brow Stylist Micro Ink Pen by Brow Stylist – Blonde // Telescopic Original Washable Intense Lengthening Mascara – Blackest of Black // Voluminous Superstar Eyeliner // Hydra Perfecte Perfecting Loose Face Powder, Translucent // Paradise Enchanted Scented Eyeshadow Palette // Infallible Pro Last 2 Step Lipstick, Passionate Petal //
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Absolutely LOVE love this post!! I’ve bee thinking about it for a week and had to get back to it and send you a note on it. You rocked this casual outfit and turned it into something very classy as well.
I look forward to your post every morning! You look so much better than most of the models in the clothes that you choose.
Thanks for what you do :))
Dawn, you just made my day!!! Thanks so much, and I loved that you said that you’d been thinking about it for a week. It is nice to know that a post stays with you for a long time.
I am a new follower of your posts. I recently saw you on Pinterest when I was looking for stylish/modern looks for women over 50. I really like the way you put everything together. It gives me some great ideas. Thank you.
Welcome, Tricia Ann! I hope you enjoy my blog!
Where can I find the make up tutorial?
Love your L’Oréal make up! You look amazing!
I’m going to give it a try! 😊
However I do not have those long eyelashes. 😩
I really liked the outfit, and then when I scrolled down and saw it with the snakeskin pumps I LOVED it!
I love the casual look and how easy it was converted to a stylish look…loved the shoes and the bag,
Smart outfit and love the transformation!
That outfit looks so comfy.
This is definitely a different look, but I like it.
Love this outfit and I really enjoy your tutorials!
Wow! Love the transition from casual to dressy! That set looks beautiful dressed up. Perfection!
Since I stay home most days now, I have been substituting some of my makeup items wit drug store brands. I have found that most of them are very comparable. Some I even like better. Milani blush is great.
Super cute and comfy? sign me up!!
This loungewear is beautiful! It looks expensive and wonderful casual or dressier. Definitely something I would wear. Thanks for sharing this look!
THOSE HEELS!!!!! GORGEOUS! Thanks for linking other options, but yours are so classy looking – who would have known you have loungewear on!! Beautiful!
Comfy AND elegant – what great styling!
You look like you are in your 20’s in the picture of you showing your makeup!
You look fantastic in that outfit, particularly the dressed up version. I have such a fear of snakes that I just can’t wear even the fake pattern, but it looks great on others.
Loved the Dress Up Version!! Also, did you Post the makeup Tutorial?? I didn’t see it !!
Love this outfit! I can’t believe how much it changes with the dressier accessories! I would never have thought to do that! You teach us something new all the time!!!!
Love the outfit and makeup!
Thanks, Karen.
I never thought about dressing up loungewear before. Great post as always!
Yay! I’m glad that I taught you something new.
I would never have thought about adding to my lounge wear to make it look more stylish. Great post.
I’m glad that you liked the post.
Love it when you can get double duty from your clothes!!
Me too!
great post today! I have been doing double duty with lounge wear for years, so I am thrilled to see I am not the only one.
Mary, I’ve even worn pajamas to work. Lol!
What a transformation from casual to dressy and it looks so cute!!! The snakeskin shoes are really cute with it too!
I’ve had these shoes for probably 5 years, but I still love them.
I have a pair of real snake skin booties that I bought in Italy more than 30 years ago. Of course, they have cycled in and out of style several times since then. But, I still love them. (Although the 4″ heel is a bit high for me these days!)
I never would have thought of this. It is a great wardrobe budget booster.
You look fabulous as always. I am new to the site and don’t do Facebook. Do you ever show what you actually wear or do you dress like this all day? I know you can’t possibly keep everything you show the gurls.
Thanks for your inspiration and God’s words
I don’t keep everything, I just can’t. There are times on Instagram “stories” that I show what I am wearing through the day. A lot of times it is what I’ve shown on the blog before, maybe not as dressy unless I am going somewhere.
That looks soooo comfortable! What a great versatile outfit. Love the snakeskin shoes!!
I just started following you and I LOVE your posts! Your variety of clothing is awesome. I am pulling clothes out of my closet because your styles remind of my similarly forgotten items!
Thank you!
YES! Save posts on Instagram or pin them on Pinterest so that you can refer back to them in the future.
I wore this outfit for 3 days straight!!! Joe finally made me change. Lol!
What a great way to stretch a clothing budget. You look stunning.
Thanks! I love clothing, but I like to get my money’s worth from it.
Love it Tania !! Gorgeous on you
Thanks, Bernie! Good to hear from you!