Cute Loungewear You Can Actually Wear Outside Your Home

Many of us sit around in rags at home feeling comfortable as all goodness, but not feeling sexy, cute, or stylish. These rags may range from ancient pajamas to free t-shirts, giant everything, old school sweats, or that super soft robe that looked dirty even when it was new. These items may feel amazing on our skin, but can wreak havoc on our self-esteem. Of course, you know where this is going. Yes, I have designed many cute loungewear wardrobes for my clients, and I am now going to share with you my favorite pieces that are still available. And just so we are on the same page, the criteria for cute loungewear is as follows…

• Insanely Comfortable
• Machine Washable
• Flattering
• Cute/Stylish Design/Color

Can I Wear Loungewear Outside?

Many of my clients ask me, “Can I wear loungewear outside?” Yes, you can! Wearing loungewear to run a few casual errands is totally fine. But my clients love it when I am very specific, so let’s be clear on exactly where you can wear loungewear outside…

• Kid drop off
• Doctor’s office
• Casual movie night at a friend’s place
• Grocery store

Just a fun note about the grocery store: You can wear just about anything there. People are at the grocery on their lunch break or after work in business attire, work-from-homers are there in their loungewear, and dressed to impress partygoers are stopping in to grab a bottle of booze before their destination. The grocery store is one of my favorite jaunts for fashion watching. It is where the underdressed and overdressed meet. There was more of this before grocery delivery was a thing, but it still exists.

For tips on how to style your sweats, check out my post How To Style Sweatpants.

Splendid Supersoft Joggers

Available at Nordstrom.

Sizing: L-XL

Material: 95% modal, 5% spandex

Free People FP Movement Inspire Layer Top

Available at Nordstrom, Dillard’s, and Free People.

Sizing: XS-XL

Material: 100% cotton

GAP CashSoft Shaker-Stitch Sweater Pants

Available at GAP; matching top here.

Sizing: Pants run true to size. Crewneck runs big, so order a size down. Available in XXS-XXL.

Material: cotton 53%, nylon 47%

Available at Nordstrom.

Sizing: XS-XXL

Material: 96% polyester, 4% elastane

Varley Catherine Half Zip Sweatshirt & Sweatpants

This Varley loungeset has been one of my go-to cute loungewear outfits lately. It’s super soft and yummy.

Available at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Zappos, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Varley; pants available at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and Varley.

Sizing: The sweatshirt runs slightly big, while the pants are more true-to-size. Available in XXS-XL.

Material: 72% Viscose, 23% Polyester, 5% Elastane

The Laundry Room Paris Coke Jumper

This Laundry Room sweatshirt is the epitome of cute loungewear that can (and should!) be worn outside of your house. Loungewear is the time to really play with graphics and colors.

Available at The Laundry Room

Sizing: XS-XL

Material: 60% cotton, 40% polyester

SPANX AirEssentials Half Zip in Dark Storm

This SPANX loungewear set has been another recent favorite of mine! I’m wearing it in the photo at the top of this post, and you can also see me sporting it in my Daily Look post.

Available at SPANX and Bloomingdale’s, and Nordstrom; pants available at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, and SPANX.

Sizing: XS-3X

Material: 47% Tencel™ Modal, 46% polyester, 7% elastane

Available at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, QVC, and Barefoot Dreams; pants available at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, QVC, and Barefoot Dreams.

Sizing: XS-XL; runs large, order 1 size down

Material: 71% nylon, 29% viscose

Lululemon Scuba Oversized Full-Zip Hoodie

GAP Textured Stylish Cardigan Lounge Set

Available at GAP, pants available here.

Sizing: XXS-XXL, available in regular, tall, and petite sizes

Material: 100% cotton

SPANX AirEssentials Long Sleeve Wide Leg Jumpsuit

As you may remember from the pandemic, jumpsuits are my personal favorite type of stylish loungewear — they have all the comfort of ugly pajamas, yet all the style of a “real” outfit.

Available at SPANX.

Sizing: XS-3X, available in regular, petite, and tall sizes

Material: 47% Lenzing™ EcoVero™ viscose, 46% polyester, 7% elastane

Athleta Forever Fleece Full Zip Hoodie

Available at Athleta.

Sizing: XXS-3X

Material: 75% cotton, 19% polyester, 6% spandex

Pact Organic Cotton Cool Stretch Fitted Lounge Tank

Available at Nordstrom and Pact.

Sizing: XS-3X

Material: 95% organic cotton, 5% elastane

GAP Vintage Soft High Rise Boyfriend Joggers

Joggers are a loungewear classic. For tips on how to style your sweats, check out my post How To Style Sweatpants.

Available at GAP.

Sizing: XXS-XXL

Material: cotton 77%, polyester 23%

SPANX AirEssentials Half Zip in Smoke

This is the same Spanx sweatshirt from the loungeset above. I just had to include it in this lovely mocha color as well!

Available at SPANX and Bloomingdale’s, and Nordstrom; pants available at Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, and SPANX.

Sizing: XS-3X

Material: 47% Tencel™ Modal, 46% polyester, 7% elastane

Rhone DreamGlow™ Full Zip Hoodie

Available at Nordstrom, Rei, and Rhone.

Sizing: XS-XXL

Material: 87% polyester, 8% elastane, 5% lyocell

Splendid Georgie Cashblend Rib Pant

Available at Nordstrom , Bloomingdale’s, and Splendid.

Sizing: Runs big; order 1 size down. Available in XS-XL.

Material: 40% viscose, 30% nylon, 25% polyester, 5% cashmere

Varley The Slim Cuff Pant 27.5″

Available at Varley.

Sizing: Runs large. This stylish jogger is best on taller women. Available in XXS-XL.

Material: 72% viscose, 23% polyester, 5% elastane

SPANX AirEssentials Tapered Pant

Available at SPANX.

Sizing: XS-3X

Material: 47% Tencel™ Modal, 46% Polyester, 7% Elastane

Lululemon Brushed Softstreme Half Zip

Available at Lululemon.

Sizing: 0-14

Material: body: 53% recycled polyester, 38% modal, 9% elastane

ANINE BING Bradie Bing Sweatshirt

Available at Revolve, Shopbop, Garmentory, Farfetch, and ANINE BING.

Sizing: XS-L, order 1-2 sizes down

Material: 85% cotton, 15% polyester

Frank & Eileen Carmel Travel Set

Available at Frank & Eileen.

Sizing: XS-XL

Material: 100% cotton

Sancia The Heloise Knit Jumper

Available at Revolve and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Sizing: XS-XL

Material: 100% cotton

Zella Cloud Fleece Zip Hoodie

Available at Nordstrom.

Sizing: XS-XL

Material: 72% cotton, 25% polyester, 3% spandex with 95% cotton, 4% spandex rib

MOTHER The Biggie Concert Cotton Graphic Sweatshirt

Available at Nordstrom, Bergdorf Goodman, and Bloomingdale’s.

Sizing: XS-XL

Material: 100% cotton

Cute Loungewear From Years Past

I originally wrote this post on stylish loungewear you can wear outside years ago and update it regularly due to its popularity. I’ve left these photos below for nostalgic purposes. Whenever I update older posts, I love to hold on to a collection of images as a bit of a time capsule so we can watch how our style evolves.

This Lou & Grey Softserve Long Sleeve Tee in utility green is my favorite long sleeve tee right now. The neckline and fit are so flattering and this color is everything. Note: It is soft, but not the softest tee on this list. Pair it with lounge pants or jeans.

Sizing Tip: True to size, and fits wider shoulder women amazingly.

Lululemon Hit Reset Short

This Lululemon Hit Reset Short is soft and flattering. Pair it with cropped tops or tuck your tees and tanks in.

Sizing Tip: Runs small. Order a size or two up.

Wildfox Spectrum Knox Pants

Wildfox is known for their insanely soft fabrics and these Spectrum Knox Pants are no exception. Pair them with a t-shirt and get lounging!

Michael Stars V-Neck Jersey Minidress

This Michael Stars V-Neck Jersey Minidress is the perfect dress to throw on after work. You get to feel like you’re wearing pajamas, but you can actually leave the house without feeling embarrassed.

J.Crew Salut! T-shirt

I love this J.Crew Salut! T-shirt for lounging and life. Check out all my favorite graphic tees, here.

Sizing Tip: Runs true to size.

Joie Tendra Sweatpant

These Joie Tendra Sweatpants are the anti-sweatpant sweatpants because they are so fitted and flattering. You will be in heaven because they are the softest thing on this list.

Sizing Tip: True to size.

Loft Ribbed Crossover Back Sweater

I adore this Loft Ribbed Crossover Back Sweater. It’s so comfortable and cozy. You can pair it with fitted lounge shorts, leggings, or the Joie sweatpants.

Sizing Tip: True to Size.

Soul Role Women’s Yoga Shorts

Nine years ago I bought the cheapest faux yoga shorts at a little beach town boutique. I have worn them every week since then. They are so light and soft. Every time they get a small hole I take them to my tailor to fix. I have tried to find similar ones, but every pair is fancier, too thick, and restrictive. These Soul Role Women’s Yoga Shorts are the closest I can find to those glorious cheap shorts.

Hinge Jersey Tank

This Hinge Jersey Tank is one of my favorite soft fitted tanks for lounging. I love that it comes in XXS – XXL.

Sizing Tip: Runs true to size. But order a few sizes to confirm your favorite fit (looser versus tighter).

Lululemon On The Fly Pant

This Lululemon On The Fly Pant is my go-to flattering lounge pant for clients who want comfortable clothing that can also leave the house. Pair it with cropped tops, or tuck in your tees and tanks for the most flattering look.

Sizing Tip: Runs small. Order a size up.

Target Women’s Multi Stripe Pullover Sweater – Wild Fable

This Women’s Multi Stripe Pullover Sweater from Target is absolute heaven! Crazy soft and my most recent addition to my cute loungewear collection.

Sizing Tip: Runs true to size.

Rails Bianca Flannel Shirtdress

I was hesitant to put this Rails Bianca Flannel Shirtdress on the list because it requires a belt to be flattering and doesn’t come with one. But it’s just too darn soft to skip. I recommend pairing it with this stretch back Treasure & Bond belt if you want to leave the house in the dress. The belt just snaps in the back. Don’t like the dress? Get the flannel top! So soft. This dress is available at Nordstrom and Shopbop.

Sizing Tip: Runs true to size in the armholes, but loose everywhere else.

Vince Camuto Sleeveless Tank Top

The best way to create cute loungewear outfits with baggier pants is to pair them with a shorter perfect fit tank like this Vince Camuto Sleeveless Tank Top. This top is available at Nordstrom and Macy’s.

Sizing Tip: Runs large.

Splendid Striped Cropped Tee

This Splendid Striped Cropped Tee works great for those higher waisted lounge pants like the Sunset & Spring pant below or the Lululemon On the Fly pant in navy. This tee is available at Bloomingdale’s, Shopbop, Splendid, and Neiman Marcus.

Sizing Tip: True to size.

Sunset & Spring Side-Snap Track Pants

These Sunset & Spring Side-Snap Track Pants were introduced to me by one of my clients. She loves that she gets to be comfortable, but still fashion forward.

Sizing Tip: True to size.

Lilly Pulitzer Raylee Shift Dress

I love that when you put on this Lilly Pulitzer Raylee Shift Dress you can just throw on some flip-flops, leave the house, and appear as if you actually got dressed. This dress is available at Nordstrom and Zappos.

Sizing Tip: Runs large. Order a size down

Loft Swingy Sweater

This Loft Swingy Sweater is insanely soft, graces the body nicely, and pairs perfectly with fitted shorts or leggings for a cute loungewear look.

Sizing Tip: True to size. If you want, order a size down for a more fitted look or shorter sleeves.