Sunday, April 7, 2013

Wardrobe Diaries: Weekend Sweat Suits























If you've followed this blog for sometime then you probably know by now my fascination with all things loungewear- sweatpants, sweatshirts, t-shirt dresses and so on. The truth is, despite all better judgement, there's just something about loungewear that I unexplainably love. For the sake of this outfit post I've decided it's about time I pinned down the root of this bizarre infatuation and in doing so, hopefully help others realize and understand their own love affair with what is sometimes perceived as a crime against fashion.

After spending a questionable amount of time in the shower (that's where all brilliant ideas originate right?) what I've come to realise is aesthetics and comfort only play a minor role in my love affair. A great pair of jeans is just as comfortable and much better looking so that can't be it. What I've ultimately realised is, it's the message one sends when wearing sweats that makes me love them so much. That easy effortless, I-couldn't-care-less-what-you-think-because-I'm-comfortable-in-my-own-skin appeal. We always associate loungewear with a carefree and laid back attitude and I think in this crazy day and age it's nice to be able to wear something that doesn't take itself too seriously.

But enough of me trying to be philosophical. I chanced upon this sweatshirt and sweatpant combo one day when I wasn't even meant to be shopping. The strategic colourblocking, flirty peplum waist and contrasting drawstring was just too pretty to pass up. It seems like all these years of loungewear idolising has finally lead me to serendipitously find the perfect sweat-suit (yay).

So tell me dear readers, are there certain items you love despite all better judgement?


{ wearing : rachel roy peplum sweatshirt // rachel roy cropped sweatpants // j.crew cable knit jumper // zara bag // michael kors watch // sam edelman pumps // ray ban mirror aviators }

59 comments:

Isa said...

This is ridiculous, though, you've somehow managed to find loungewear that looks like high fashion! You clearly get a pass on the "crime against fashion" front, because the only crime you could be committing (sloppiness) is completely absent.

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Anonymous said...

Jenee, that is the chicest sweatsuit I've ever seen! Love the giant tote too. Hope you had a great weekend!

Anonymous said...

Just love it how you combined this comfy outfit with chic accessories like the bag and the heels.

LUXESSED

A Very Sweet Blog said...

Jenee, you are too much for me! HaHa This is the classiest loungewear ensemble I have ever seen! Peplum too? So awesome! Love your bag & heels! I need to upgrade my loungewear. HaHaHa

The Dragonfruit said...

You made sweats look chic! *_*
Share your secrets! Haha

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Unknown said...

chic&easy!



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Mrs C said...

Good God, this is chic! chic! chic! I love this pair! Doesn't look like sweats at all! I love big billowy, fall nicely kind of tops or cardy/jacket and my husband think they make me look like Donna Summers (LOL!) but I wear them a anyway ;)

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Unknown said...

Ok a. This has to be the chicest "sweatsuit" I've ever seen and b. yes, against all better judgement I've become obsessed with tshirts and styling them every way I can think of!!
Brooke @ what2wear

Rachel said...

Only you could make a sweatsuit look so fashionable!

Amy Shaughnessy said...

You look SO DANG chic!! This is a girl's dream outfit. Comfortable and awesome looking at the same time. Love it.

Amy


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Anonymous said...

I love this outfit! Very sporty chic!

-Vogue&Heels
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Virginia said...

you look amazing!!! and your glasses are so cool!!!
kisses pretty!

lifebyappointment said...

Resisting the urge to run out and purchase this entire outfit! Love! xo Carolyn
http://lifebyappointment.blogspot.com

Adrienne @ The Art of Being Black and White said...

You had me sold on your blog title alone, then looking through your pics...love your style and you are gorgeous! Now following via GFC!
Adrienne
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Unknown said...

Cute loungewear to me has always been Victoria's Secret Pink sweats...but this is on a whole other level! So chic! Love.

-Meagan
Gloss and Threads

nancy @ adore to adorn said...

in love with this entire outfit!
xo,
nancy

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Unknown said...

Nice style babe!

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Unknown said...

Before I even get to your cute outfit I have to say that if I was undecided on peacock mirrored sunglasses, the verdict is now in and I am definitely going to find a pair asap! I love how you adore loungewear Jenee and it looks great on you--this particular pairing is amazing!
xo Mary Jo

Jo said...

I don't think I can ever pull this off! You look so chic in this.

xo Jo

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Sandy a la Mode said...

you look SOO chic and comfy!!

xo,
Sandy
Sandy a la Mode

Sybil said...

loving the monochromatic look!!! :D those shades are pretty cool too!!

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Ileana Marcel said...

What a comfy outfit! Great styling.
Ileana
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su said...

i love this ensemble
sweatpants lover checking in :)

Anonymous said...

wow you look so chic in sweats ;)

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Frank Vinyl said...

oh my gosh i want this! this is so damn cute and i love how you styled it.. so cute.
love this post !

francesca
www.frankvinyl.com

Frank Vinyl said...

oh my gosh i want this! this is so damn cute and i love how you styled it.. so cute.
love this post !

francesca
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CoastWithMe said...

Honey, there is NO ONE who can rock loungewear like you do! So cute and flirty with the peplum and the heels! You look absolutely gorgeous! Rules are made to be broken and I don't care what you're wearing, if you're wearing it with confidence/conviction it will show! Thank you for always staying true to your style:)!

Alyssa said...

I for SURE couldn't rock this like you are, you look amazing!

S said...

i think the peplum kind of take it way out of the stay at home category.. ;) cute outfit!

steph / absolutely-fuzzy.com

Gaby de Modacapital said...

You look really amazing! Love your sunglasses :)

Everythings Always Sunny said...

so laid back but so chic! Love it!

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Kristin
xx

Unknown said...

This is so chic! I love the sweat suit and wish I could pull something like this off! :)

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Unknown said...

Nice look, i love the bag!

xx

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Chocolate Cookies & Candies said...

Now that's what I call taking loungewear to the next level, Jenee!! So cool and stylish. I totally get your fascination with loungewear. You've seen me wear my track pants enough as it is on the blog. I've reached an age where I don't really care what people think too much these days so I just wear what I like :P Or that I've grown a REALLY thick skin.

Jeans and a Teacup said...

This is the coolest sweatshirt/sweatpants I've ever seen! You look great! And comfortable!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup

fabulouspetite said...

Ok i am screaming at the top of my lungs now since I bought the same pair of RR sweats...... Oh my, they are the most amazing isn't it. You can dress it up and down and I like how you did the mirror aviators and the oversized Zara bag and of course we have the same Sam Edelman's.... Great styling and super chic.

xo
Sam
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Irene's Closet said...

in love with your look!
I like it, congrats!

Hope you'll have time also to stop on my blog!
have a nice day!
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Unknown said...

You look unbelievably chic! The softness of this look I really love. It's the kind that you can slip your shoes off and relax on the lounge with movies then pop some booties on to rock on out in style. It doesn't get better than that!

xx Mandi
www.findmeamuse.com

ALLIE NYC said...

That has to be the chicest lounge wear get up I have ever seen. LOVE it! Great blog, following on bloglovin.

Ali of

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Always Maylee said...

You are probably the only person who can make loungewear look chic and awesome. And seriously, I do my best thinking in the shower too! :)

xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee

Diana Marks said...

very cool sweat suit! looks great on you

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Unknown said...

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audrinajulia said...

You still look so classy even in your loungewear. I bet the fashion police will agree on me. :)

<3,
Angie
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Annie said...

This is such a cute look - love how you dressed it up with those heels!

Annie
The Other Side of Gray

Style Me B.A.D said...

WOW! Sweats have never looked so fab and chic! Loving this!

sonia // daring coco said...

OMG I couldn't agree with you more! Lounge wear is so undeniably chic on. It's utterly comfortable and flattering - to an extent - on everyone. I've always turned my nose up at those who see it as sartorial death, whatevs, they clearly don't know what they're missing out on!

SDMxx
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Fash Boulevard said...

OMG. This is such a cute look. And it looks pretty comfy.
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Stacy said...

I really like the sunglasses!!! Want such for myself! ;)
xo
Stacy

http://tastyrumors.blogspot.com/

Ann said...

Casual and comfy clothing
yet you managed to look so good
chic in fact.

Rebecca said...

OMG I cant believe these are sweats!!! You make them look like its Haute.....great job Jenee!!!

Rebecca
www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

Anonymous said...

I love sweat pants!! But I feel kind of intimidated wearing it here.
I love it!

Sheree said...

WOW! This outfit is AWESOME!!!! I want it now..I would rock this all summer long!
you look so urban chic!
Sheree xxx
www.itsnotthatdeep.com

Simona said...

Immensely cute, and well don't know if I would call it lounge wear, you look so polished. I love loungewear for the feel of the material, it is just a tactile thing for me, I don't like things that restrict me. That also says something. Lovely outfit!
Simona
www.lakenmoon.blogspot.com

Allison said...

You totally make sweats look like high fashion. I love it. And totally like your philosophical approach to it all :) hehe! I think there are a lot of things I wear that normal people think I'm insane...but I think that's what fashion is all about :)
:)
Allison

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Anonymous said...

Even in sleep attire you manage to look absolutely stunning! That is the most gorgeous sweatsuit I've ever seen:) xo

Unknown said...

that jump suit is so adorable. want one

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Gianna Blake said...

So interesting post about your weekend sweatsuits. Even I am just looking for some decent deals on the sweatpants and tops so that I can begin with the summer weight loss sessions. It is not easy to find plus size clothing. I was just wondering if you can help me regarding it.

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