We’d be lying if we said that we’d happily leave our easygoing stay-at-home style behind. Haven’t most of us gotten blissfully habitual to wearing PJs for conference calls or living in the same couple of dresses without a care in the world? We even virtually meet our dates in our most relaxed attires while still managing to look great as ever! Keeping in mind our lockdown patterns and routines, one thing is clear – just like ‘comfort food’ is a thing, ‘comfort clothing’ is too! We love outfits that make us feel good when we’re having a dull day and subconsciously pick styles that match the mood we wish to attain.
More often than not, your #OOTD doesn’t just reflect your sense of style, but it also influences the moods of those around you! Truly, it’s just how the human psyche works. Specific colour palettes evoke positive emotions within us, and certain silhouettes put us at ease whether we’re wearing them or merely observing. So don’t you think it’s time to add the same calmness to your wardrobes too? Wouldn’t it be great if all your mornings started with looking at pieces that don’t add to the stress of the long day ahead? If you answered yes, keep reading to know how you can achieve an effortless wardrobe.
Invest in silhouettes that let you breathe.
How many times have you contested with the constricting feeling of your chosen outfit, or ignored the discomfort that came with wearing your favourite piece of clothing? If we were to answer this, we’d say we’ve stopped keeping count alongside surrendering ourselves to ‘fashion’. Athleisure isn’t the only way to ensure an acceptable crossover between comfort and style; the kind of silhouettes you pick can be equally game-changing – if not more. These picks from Doodlage are at the top of our shopping list!
Choose colours that are known to ‘take it easy’.
Most of us are well acquainted with the role that colours play in our lives both physically and emotionally. The rules of psychology have made it clear that every colour evokes a specific mood. We say, let ultra-saturated shades take the backseat for a while no matter how appealing they may seem. Go easy with your colour palette and introduce your wardrobe to tranquil hues like blue, green, white, and pastels. Our favourites are these perfectly layered stunners from Tahweave!
Start an affair with prints, but keep it on the down-low.
It’s reasonably easy to let yourself get carried away by artsy motifs or designs that are anything but subtle! We know because we’ve been there too. While nothing’s wrong with going OTT occasionally, there’s a certain kind of therapy that comes from blending in a little, instead of standing out on most days. Days when your style can be laidback but don’t confuse it with being lazy. You’ll still be wearing prints or patterns that are unique, but they’ll also be muted. You’ll be making a statement, but slyly. Think monotoned florals or geometric prints that are as pretty as they’re pacifying. We can always count on Anita Dongre to give us motifs that are evergreen.
Less is more, even when it comes to accessories.
Aren’t we all well acquainted with the fact that accessories can either make your look or break your look? That they can either go in perfect harmony with your outfit or stand out more than you’d like them to. Right after this thought crosses your mind, you might want to slow down and bet your money on subtle stunners. Treat ‘versatility’ as your new mantra! It comes with the promise of a lasting impression and a fuss-free style game too. Treat your bauble box with these elegant jewellery pieces by Varnika Arora.
