Comfy Clothing Essentials
A great way to be comfortable and stylish at the same time!
Any one else have a drastic shift in wardrobe this past year? I’ll blame that on Covid. Spending more time at home, the absence of travel and less in-person contact has opened my eyes to a new relaxed style of clothing: athleisure wear. Ever heard of it? It’s really just a fancy term for sweat pants, but somehow it makes them seem more acceptable for everyday wear. Maybe that’s my justification, but I’m sticking with it!
Whatever you choose to call your lounge wear, I hope you are finding yourself enjoying them more these days like I am. And, you can bet I’ve done my research to find the most comfortable, longest-lasting athleisure wear around. Check out my list of must-have’s below.
My athleisure wear fab finds:
The Joggers by Vuori
Don’t let the name fool you. These clothes are not necessarily for people who jog. I don’t jog, or run. Ever. And I still love them. They’re designed to be comfortable, breathable and stylish, so you appear as though you could be a jogger. Nice, huh?
I ran across this brand in an Instagram ad, and heard so much about them I decided to give them a try. 5 pair later, I’m completely hooked. In fact, I’m sure at this point my husband is wondering if I’ll ever wear anything else! Thankfully he loves how they look, so there are no complaints on his end.
The fabric is so comfortable (and soft) and they have a great selection of styles and colors. You can get them directly from the Vuori website by clicking on the photos above.
Note: if you do order from the website, they usually offer 15% off of your first order, so make sure to take advantage of that!
What I love: Performance Joggers (pics 3 & 6 above)
These pants are stretchy, soft and relaxed. They’re made to be slightly baggy but fitted at the ankle or calf, however you choose to wear them. I originally ordered size S, but they were a little short in the inseam (I’m 5’ 9”). I easily exchanged them for a medium, which fit perfectly.
They’re great for an afternoon of errand running, a visit to the gym or even attending a kids ball game. Wherever you go, you’ll look and feel great!
Laguna Lounge Pants (pic 2)
The material these are made of are more like traditional sweat pants than the performance joggers. If you prefer a more casual at-home lounge pant, these are probably what you’re looking for. They’re a little thicker and more relaxed than the joggers.
Halo Performance Hoodie (pics 1 & 5)
This zip up jacket has the perfect amount of stretch and is the perfect thickness. For long-armed folk like me, the length is great (I ordered size M). And, who doesn’t love front pockets? It’s the same great material as the performance joggers, light and stretchy, with colors to match. In my opinion, it’s a must if you order the performance joggers.
Lux Performance Tank (pics 4 & 6)
Vuori’s tank tops are great too! Their soft, breathable material and great stretch make them ideal for any activity. Plus, they look great in combination with the performance joggers or with any pair of leggings or yoga pants.
ON Swiss athletic shoes
If you’re looking for a new athletic shoe, ON brand shoes are flat out amazing! They fit great, have awesome support and have styles that reflect a wide variety of activities: daily wear, walking, cross country, trail hiking, running, etc. They’re always changing up the color combinations and adding new styles, which is great. Check them out here: https://www.on-running.com/en-us/
If you’re unsure of which style would be best for you, their shoe finder tool is really helpful. See link below.
The styles I love:
There are a number of different styles of ON’s, made specifically for your desired activity & lifestyle. I personally don’t think you can go wrong with any pair you choose. Be sure to check out the descriptions under each style for more info.
The original Cloud style is great for everyday wear. They’re slip on’s and don’t require lacing! * Pictured in the top left corner, in gray.
CloudX was the first style I bought. I love them and wear them every time I work out or take my dogs for a walk. Pictured in the bottom right corner.
CloudSwift’s are SO comfy and supportive, probably my favorite shoes if I had to pick one pair. (They’re the pink shoes in the center of the photo).
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The On website has a wide variety of athletic clothing too. I haven’t ordered any of them yet but I definitely will. I’m a sucker for a great exercise tank top, and if they’re anything like their shoes, I know I’ll love them!
Belaga athletic socks
Ok friends, my husband bought me a pair of these dandies for Christmas and I was very hesitant to wear them because he told me they are targeted for runners. He is a runner, so naturally he thinks they’re great. Well, after a month of them wasting space in my sock drawer, I decided to give them a try. Wowza, I was hooked in the first 5 minutes! If you’re like me and have trouble with socks always sliding down below your shoe line, these are the perfect solution. They have an extra lip at the heel that prevents them from slipping, and they provide great comfort and support for any activity. Plus, the colors are so fun and bright!
Click on the photos above to purchase.
So, my husband was right. I might not be a runner, but I do run around all day and that’s enough to justify Belagas. They made a believer out of me, maybe they’ll do the same for you. Runner or not, I hope you love them!
There you have it, a few of my comfortable clothing essentials. Hopefully you’ll find something new to make your days a little more cozy!
Stay relaxed my friends,
