A sentiment I’m sure many other 30-somethings share, I feel like I spend 99% of my time out with work running errands. Between doing the food shop and hauling my returns to the post office, stocking up on skincare and picking up prescriptions, I spent more time on the go than ever these days. This got me to thinking, if everyone else is the same—and by everyone I include Instagram’s most prolific dressers, too—I wondered what those whose style I find inspiring wear to run their errands. Cue my latest scrolling session.
I spent a solid hour looking at the feeds of some of my favourite follows to see the casual outfits that they wear during their downtime (which I also assume they wear to dash to grab a pint of milk from the corner shop). What I found were 10 comfortable, easy-to-throw-on looks that I would happily bump into my ex in the aisle of Tesco in. From on-trend linen trousers and basket bags to maxi skirts and simple tees, all the way to failsafe jeans-and-jumper pairings, keep scrolling to see the casual outfits fashion people wear to run errands in.
Style Notes: Just because you’re running errands, that doesn’t mean you can’t looked polished; throw on a blazer with any jeans-and-t-shirt combination that takes your fancy. Pro tip: In terms of bags, make it a crossbody so you can keep your hands free.
Style Notes: If jeans aren’t your thing, there’s another trouser style fashion people are wearing for low-key days out; linen trousers. For the ultimate pairing, wear yours with a basket bag (ideal for carrying home fresh produce) and slip-on sandals.
Style Notes: Dresses can work for running errands, too! Stick to soft fabrications such as jersey or wool, then layer on a casual jacket (leather always works) and finish with flat shoes.
Style Notes: Skirts are a key buy for 2023, so it would be remiss of me not to showcase them as part of my errands-running outfit inspiration. I’m into maxi hemlines which, dressed down with a slouchy tee and ballet flats, perfectly tap into the casual/cool vibe I’m going for.
Style Notes: Back to jeans it is; this time, reach for a relaxed-fit shirt—a blue, white or striped version always feels classic—and layer it over a basic jersey top. Simple but wholly effective.
Style Notes: Sticking with the neutral palette that seems to be developing, I enjoy how Tandya has paired her khaki chinos with beige denim jacket.
Style Notes: Where there is summer, there are shorts, and of all the styles out there, the pair I like to pull on for days doing chores or heading to the shops is cycling shorts. The stretchy material means they’re incredibly comfortable while the simple silhouette loans itself to countless styling possibilities. Personally, I like Tamara’s New Balance, linen shirt, and racer vest ensemble.
Style Notes: It doesn’t get better than jeans and a sweatshirt. Give yours an elevated spin with a pair of metallic flat shoes, just as Marina has done here.
Style Notes: If maxi skirts aren’t your vibe, allow me to turn your attention to this low-key miniskirt get-up. Just switch out heels for chunky loafers and grab your go-to tee.
Style Notes: Leather trousers, particular those with looser silhouettes, will work just as well for running errands in as jeans. Pair with clog sandals and a cardigan for the ultimate fashion person-inspired look.
