Work from Home Outfit Ideas
Working from home can be so rewarding! You have more flexibility, and you don’t have to get up extra early to make a long commute. However, figuring out what to wear can be a challenge of its own! You want the luxury of being comfortable since you are in your home, but don’t want just to wear your pajamas all day! Luckily, we created a list of the best work from home outfits that don’t include sweatpants that are still comfy and totally chic!
Where to Buy Work from Home Outfits?
The key to looking fab without dressing to the nines is all about mixing pieces together of comfy clothes and pieces that are slightly more dressed up. So, wear leggings and neutral slippers with a comfy white flowy top and a cardigan, or pair skinny jeans with a comfy, oversized sweater. Luckily, you can find pieces like these at many online stores. Just make sure to shy away from stores that specialize in business attire. We recommend stores like H&M, Aerie, and even Amazon!
Work from Home Outfits
1. Leggings and a Long Cardigan
This work from home outfit looks super chic while still being comfy enough to lounge on the couch while you catch up on work calls. The white bodysuit in this outfit paired with the long cardigan, dress up the leggings, and the slippers are just adorable! We love these leggings because they are ultra-soft and luxurious! You could also wear a medium-length oversized cardigan if you are not a fan of long cardi’s! Pair the outfit with a simple necklace to finish off the look!
2. Cute Sweater and Leggings with Comfy Socks
We just love this cozy outfit, and it’s perfect for working at home in the winter while typing away on your computer or catching up on your emails! Just pair a loose-fitting turtleneck with a pair of leggings like these, and throw on a pair of cozy socks! You can throw on some light jewelry, and you will look professional enough in case you have to show yourself live! Make sure you get socks that are at least crew if not knee length. The slouchier, the better!
3. Comfy Jeans with a Cardigan and Slippers
If you are a jean girl, this work from home outfit is just for you! Just throw on a white tank top or bodysuit and a comfy pair of skinny blue jeans or jeggings. Then, throw on a cute cardigan over the top. Now, put on a pair of neutral comfy slippers, well, because you can! We love this outfit because it is leisurely enough for home, but it’s actually dressy enough that you can run last-minute errands without ever having to change! Of course, you may want to change from slippers to sneakers so you don’t get them dirty. We recommend throwing on a gold pendant-style necklace like this one to really finish off the look!
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4. Leggings and an Oversized Basic Sweatshirt
If you are looking for work from home outfits that you can lounge in on the sofa while you type away on your computer, this is it! It’s a super simple but adorable outfit and incredibly versatile. It may be pushing too loungy, but if you are not required to jump on Zoom calls or meetings, and it’s just you and your work, then go for it! Start with a pair of leggings and a basic oversized sweatshirt like this one, then throw on a pair of house shoes like these. If you want to look a little more dressed up, try a pair of jeggings instead of leggings!
5. Relaxed Shorts and an Oversized Tee
This is the perfect work from home outfit for spring and summer! It’s dressed up just enough but also uber comfy. Just pair a plain, oversized tee with a pair of relaxed shorts like these, and do a little French tuck in the front to dress it up a bit! You can also throw on a blazer pretty quickly if you have to jump on a last-minute Zoom and need to look professional!
6. Tee and Joggers
This adorable outfit is the ultimate work from home outfit! Instead of sweatpants style joggers, choose a pair of comfy joggers that are a bit more dressed up like these! Now, pair them with a fitted tee like this one or an oversized tee or sweatshirt with a French tuck! If you don’t mind to get a little more into the realm of sweatpants, you can opt for regular joggers.
7. A Comfy Jumper
Jumpers are super trendy right now, and for good reason! They are super cute and also ridiculously comfortable! This is why it is one of the best work from home outfits. Wear a jumpsuit like this one over a basic tee, and you have yourself an outfit that is ultra chic and comfy! Pair the outfit with some simple gold hoops and throw on a blazer or leather jacket if it gets a bit chilly!
8. Wide Leg Trouser Capris
We just love this outfit because it is simple and super classy! Wide-leg trouser capris like these have just the right amount of dressy meets casual, so you have the best of both worlds! Pair them with a regular-sized or form-fitting tee to offset the bagginess of the trousers. Pair them with a pair of slippers or house shoes for the ultimate work-from-home vibe!
9. A Comfy Dress
Dresses make awesome work from home outfits, if you do it right! The key is to look for comfy dresses made out of materials that are soft and luxurious, not rough and itchy. We love this dress for a work-from-home outfit because it’s super soft and completely adorable! You can pair the dress with a cardigan to dress it up a bit and add some simple jewelry and a pair of comfy socks or house shoes!
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10. Faux Leather Leggings, a Striped Shirt
Faux leather leggings are super popular right now and can take make any outfit look totally chic! Not to mention, they are just as comfy as regular leggings! Win-win! To master this look, pair some faux leather leggings like these with a black and white striped shirt! If your house stays chilly, throw on a cardigan over the top to set this look on fire! You will be totally zoom-ready while maintaining a crazy level of comfort.
11. Oversized Sweater and Bicycle leggings
We love the look of pairing shorts and sweaters together! It is also a great idea for transition seasons and when you usually get chilly on top, but your legs don’t get cold. This look is totally chic and perfect for working at home! Just pair some ribbed bicycle shorts like these with an oversized sweater like this, throw on a pair of comfy slippers, and you’re ready to go!
12. Comfy Blue Jeans and a Blazer
If you’re looking for work from home outfits that are more on the business casual side and less on the leisurely side, this outfit is right down your alley! Simply pair comfy blue jeans with a cute white tank top and a neutral-colored blazer, and you are ready to go! This outfit features a cute pair of leopard flats, but you could totally rock slippers with this outfit, too. We won’t tell.
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13. A Button Down and Comfy Trousers
We love this outfit because it is comfortable enough to wear around the house but dressy enough to wear to the office in case you get called in last minute! Just pair a button-down like this with some comfortable trousers and flats! You can add a blazer or cardigan if it’s chilly or if you want to give the outfit a bit of an extra punch! Pair the outfit with some small gold hops and a minimalist gold bracelet, and you are all set!
14. A Simple Blouse and Leggings
This outfit is so simple but super chic! Just pair a cute, flowy top like this with a pair of leggings and cozy slippers! This outfit is perfect for spring and summer months or if your house stays fairly warm. Add on a dainty necklace and simple earrings to top off the outfit.
Final Thoughts
There are many work from home outfits that are comfy and chic, sans sweatpants! Don’t be afraid to play around with some pieces and figure out which style works best for you. The main pieces to consider are leggings, cardigans, oversized sweatshirts, comfy blue jeans, and a good pair of house shoes! Also, consider pieces like bicycle shorts for during the summer or if you run warm. From here, you can mix and match pieces and styles until you find what you like! Just get creative and have fun!
