Anyone here already worked from home when this whole quarantine situation came into play? I’ve been a freelancer since 2014 (and an introvert since forever) so I’m no stranger to staying home for long periods of time. For months I’d been thinking about how I really need to invest in some quality, sustainable loungewear. Actually the two of us (Jenn, who built our site, and I) had been talking about how we might as well have something nice if we’re going to be spending all this time sitting at home. (Big revelation after six years, right?) Honestly, I’m used to working in a chocolate-stained t-shirt. And I rarely bother with pants.
It’s been a few years since I began building an ethical wardrobe, but I guess I always thought of basics as something I’d thrift rather than invest in. Since ethically produced and sustainable clothing comes at a price, it can be hard to balance priorities. (And to be honest, I’ve been really into proving that sustainability is anything but basic these last few years, so I’ve been a huge advocate of more creative fashion in the space.) Well, folks, eco friendly loungewear is officially trendy, and now friends who couldn’t previously relate to my work life are in the same boat, so I guess it’s about time we thought about making the leap.
So here are all the pretties on my ethical wishlist.
Lilac is my current favorite color, so naturally I’m obsessing over this linen set.
Tatiana’s Threads Velvet Socks
And I’m always cold in the morning, so why not some fancy socks? I love Tatiana’s Etsy shop and have purchased from her before. Plus, there are more colors!
Everyone talks about the ‘benefit’ of getting fully dressed for your work from home day. I think this linen dress is the furthest I’d go.
But seriously, this PJ top will do a fine job playing ‘blouse’ on the ol’ web cam.
Girlfriend Sherbert Compressive High Rise Leggings
In all honestly, I can probably justify purchasing *one* of these dreamy pieces. I’m happy though because I do have two pairs of Girlfriend leggings and bras (gifted to me by dear friends), so I have those to wear. every. single. day. (Side note for those who haven’t caved: yes, they are in fact worth the hype.) I noticed that putting them on in the morning (rather than opening the laptop sans-pants, per use) motivates me to take a good walk or a do a stair workout at lunch. I suppose that’s the point of athleisure, yes?
Have you invested in sustainable loungewear before? Are you more inclined to now that, for better or worse, we have more time inside?
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