If you are used to being an office dwelling or uniform wearing employee, your new work from home normal may be throwing you off. Forget business casual, it’s time to embrace cozy casual. This doesn’t necessarily mean spending the whole day in your pajamas (but if you want to do that – go right ahead). As a person who has been working from home for the past 5 years, I’m here to tell you that we have plenty of options for
Even in my days of working in an office, I was a big fan of what I called “business leggings.” I had my own version of plus size business casual. I was not about to sit at a cubicle for 8 hours with a waist band digging into my belly. I feel that same way about working from home. You have to be comfortable.
I understand shopping may be the furthest thing from your mind. That’s totally okay! But if you are in the market for some plus size loungewear to make your time working from home time a little more enjoyable, this list will get you started.
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When I am working from home, the first pants I grab for are my Fabletics joggers. They're soft in fabrication with a wide waist band making them easy to wear. Fabletics has styles available up to 4X. I like my joggers pretty loose so I am wearing the 3X here. You can get your choice of leggings, shorts or any bottoms 2 for $24 when you sign up for a new VIP membership at fabletics.com/readytostare Forever 21 is fast fashion's answer to trendy plus size apparel. They have a big selection up to 3X but I am particularly obsessed with the new Forever 21 x Patrick Nagel Collection. The sweatshirt, tee and crop designs all come in plus giving a cozy 80s vibe. You may and know and love Cacique for their plus size bras and panties but if you haven't tried out their plus size loungewear, you're missing out! My favorite lounge shorts all come from Cacique. This sister brand to Lane Bryant carries up to a 30/32. Missguided offers trendy casual styles. From joggers to co-ord sets and oversized sweatshirts to comfy sweaters, they offer plus size styles up to a US 22. Currently they are offering up to 70% off casual styles so take advantage while you can! It's so important to support small businesses now more than ever. Origami Customs handcrafts slow fashion that's constructed to last. Though they're known mostly for their undergarments, they do make plus size loungewear as well. True to its name, you can any style made in a custom size and all items are listed available to buy up to a 5X. From ball gowns to bodysuits, ASOS has a wide range of plus size styles. When it comes to their selection of casual clothes, you can expect to find joggers, co-ord sets and my personal favorite, loungewear jumpsuits! Select styles are available up to a size 28. I first tried out Skims for The Curvy Fashionista when they launched their Cozy Collection. I found that the items were true to their name cozy and easy to lounge in. They carry styles up to a 4X/5X. I found the styles to fit true to size. Etsy is a great way to support small business owners and creators. I found the t-shirt shop, Strong Confident You on Etsy. I particularly like the "indoorsy" shirt in the age of necessary social distancing. Although NIke may be best known for their athleticwear, trust that you can certainly wear their plus size styles for lounging too. I particularly like their yoga pieces as plus size loungewear. They carry sizes up to 3X. Modcloth has plenty of kitschy and evening wear styles but don't sleep on their casual styles too. I can always count on their style names to hit the nail on the head and I particularly like the "Comfy Commitment Linen Blend Jumpsuit." Modcloth carries sizes XS - 4X. Tie-dye is certainly having a MOMENT right now. So why not support an indie creator who makes plus size friendly dresses and caftans. Talk about getting cozy! H&M's plus size selection has always leaned more business casual than trendy. They have plenty of joggers, casual woven pants and more available up to a 4XL. I don't necessarily care for Universal Standard's business politic but I would be remiss if I didn't include their plus size loungewear as they have one of the largest size ranges out there. Their cozy styles are available up to a size 40. Although you can't currently shop in person at Old Navy, it's best that you stick to online anyways for their plus size selection. They have cozy jersey knit pants alongside relaxed fit hoodies. Online you can find up to size 4X. One of my favorite items to wear when I travel long distances is a plus size harem jumpsuit. I got mine on Amazon and there's certainly a whole bunch of other plus size loungewear on there. If you really want to show off in your Zoom, I highly suggest you get a unicorn robes or a Koala onesie from Torrid. They carry comfy styles up to a 6X. Plus Size Loungewear
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