After a year-plus of wearing masks, social distancing, and spending most of our time indoors, we’ve pretty much solidified our quarantine dressing style. But now that quarantine is coming to a hopeful end with vaccines more widely available and warmer weather just around the corner, where does our style go from here? Do we return to renting designer dresses as we prepare for a return to the office? Are we parting ways with the matching sweatsuits we’ve been living in 24/7?
To answer these questions, and get a better sense of how women are actually dressing right now, we teamed up with LOFT and Lou & Grey to see how six women — with totally different styles — have adapted their style to their new routines, and are gearing up for the spring season ahead. From fully embracing a cozy vibe to figuring out her back-to-work uniform, each woman shares the closet staples she turns to for truly effortless dressing. Click ahead to find out which look resonates the most with you.
Her style: Sweet and versatile — ruffled pink skirts for visiting tulip fields, cropped denim jackets she can throw on over anything, and breezy pairs of shorts she can dress up or down depending on her accessories.
Perfect for: Weekend getaways upstate, picnics in the park, or leisurely strolls around the neighborhood.
LOFT Draped Sleeve Cardigan, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Ribbed Sweater Tank, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Godet Pull On Skirt, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Beach Ribbed V-Bar One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Denim Utility Jacket In Light Indigo Wash, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Godet Pull On Skirt, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Pull On Shorts in Soft Twill, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Soft Twill Drawstring Jacket, $, available at LOFT
Her style: Classic and romantic — midi skirts with subtle slits, red button-down dresses with twist-knot centers, and all the gold jewelry to top everything off.
Perfect for: Museum visits, backyards BBQs with your quarantine pod, or returning to the office.
LOFT Criss Cross Leather & Suede Clog Sandals, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Ring Leather Belt, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Clip Smocked Blouse, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Brushstroke Slit Midi Skirt, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Crescent Hoop Earrings, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Twist Button Midi Shirtdress, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Criss Cross Leather & Suede Clog Sandals, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Square Neck Sweater, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Curvy Fresh Cut High Rise Kick Crop Jeans in White, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Etched Bangle Set, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Criss Cross Leather & Suede Clog Sandals, $, available at LOFT
Her style: Cozy and comfortable — pull-on pants in soft knit fabrics, lightweight henleys paired with worn-in denim, and matching sweatsuits with cherry polka-dots.
Perfect for: Sipping on your morning coffee, decorating your apartment with your favorite flowers, or curling up with a good book.
LOFT Square Neck Tank Top, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Textured V-Neck Cardigan, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Pull On Wide Leg Crop Pants in Knit, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Cozy Cotton Terry Henley Sweatshirt, $, available at LOFT
LOFT The High Waist Relaxed Straight Jean In Bleach Out Wash, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Lou & Grey Cherry Terry Sweatshirt, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Cherry Terry Sweatpants, $, available at LOFT
Her style: Playful meets professional — structured blazers for a last-minute Zoom look, monochrome sweatsuits for a WFH uniform, and patterned maxi dresses for getting ready in an instant.
Perfect for: Back-to-back conference calls, hosting a Facebook Live series, or creating content for your social media side hustle.
LOFT Striped Twist Maxi Dress, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Signature Softblend Zip Sweatshirt, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Signature Softblend Drawstring Shorts, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Cozy Cotton Terry Sweatshirt, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Cozy Cotton Terry Shorts, $, available at LOFT
LOFT Cherry Twist Maxi Dress, $, available at LOFT
Her style: Modest and chic — breezy, brightly colored floral sets for meeting up with friends and ultra-soft, earth-toned staples for unwinding at home.
Perfect for: Catching up over brunch, scouring vintage shops, or kicking back and relaxing at home.
Lou & Grey In Bloom Terry Hoodie, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey In Bloom Terry Sweatpants, $, available at LOFT
Her style: Sporty and soft — cozy tie-dye sweatshirts, black athletic leggings, and supportive, lace-up sneakers.
Perfect for: Working from home, running errands, or rolling out the yoga mat.
Lou & Grey Tie Dye Oversized Terry Sweatshirt, $, available at LOFT
Lou & Grey Terry Bike Shorts, $, available at LOFT
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