9 Comfy, Everyday Outfits to See Out the Rest of Spring
For the days you need to chuck on and go.
I love inspiration as much as the next style-obsessed person (it's a big reason why I'm on Substack). I love spotting a new way of wearing a shirt, a scarf or a sweatshirt. Looking at how others pair colours I might not have thought to put together or layer jewellery to make an LBD feel even more elevated, always gets my creative juices flowing.
But if I'm honest with myself, I don't often “style” my outfits. My day-to-day often involves sitting at my desk, working from home, as I write copy or work on content strategy for my clients, or pen my weekly newsletters for Substack (thank you, truly, for reading and subscribing). When I leave my flat, it's to go to a yoga or Pilates class, go for a walk to stretch my legs and give my brain a screen break or pop to the shop to pick up some bits for dinner.
“Styling” isn't often high on my agenda. But comfort is.
If you're a regular reader, you'll know that I talk about this often. When someone asked me how I developed my personal style, I realised that when I really sat down to think about it, my lifestyle plays a large part in what I wear and what I'm drawn to. Early in my Substack days, I wrote about comfy outfits that still look as though I've made an effort. And I'll always sing the praises of trousers that are restriction-free and come with a stretchy waistband.
So when I read
’s post a few weeks ago about what she wears on her “in-between” days (i.e. not for any particular occasion, just everyday life), I lapped up every word. Because let's face it, most us aren't at big celebrations and parties every day of the week (but here's a wedding guest edit if you’ve got any in the diary). But there are a lot more days that involve just… getting dressed.In light of that, I've pulled together some of my favourite “everyday” outfits to see out the rest of spring. Comfort plays a big part in them all, as does practicality, but that doesn't mean they're boring. There are different shapes and mixed-up proportions to create different silhouettes. There are good quality wardrobe staples and trainers that have a little somethin’ somethin’. And accessories that strike the balance between useful and compliment inducing.
Look 1
I’ve been wearing this a lot lately. I feel good in it, I feel comfortable, and I don’t need to think much about putting the outfit together. If you’ve been around a while, you will have seen this shirt before (I also have it in ecru). It’s made from linen, but it’s quite thick, so it works especially well in spring when you want a long sleeve but not a jumper. I sized up to an M for a loose fit (the epitome of comfort, in my eyes), but it’s not so oversized that I can’t tuck it into the waist of my low-slung jeans. Finally, the trainers: a big part of my day-to-day wardrobe. This particular pair is from the Spanish brand Pompeii — a style inspired by classic indoor training shoes. And yep, there are two pairs of laces on each shoe.
Look 2
No, you’re not getting déjà vu. I’ve shared this outfit before (most recently in my round-up of 20 of the best wardrobe staples). But that’s the thing about good, comfy, everyday outfits — we wear them a lot because we know they work and we know we’ll feel good in them. I regularly wear loose shirts in spring and summer. I like how the shapes and fabrics fall, and when they’re 100% linen or cotton (like this one is), they keep me cool in the heat — and work equally as well when it’s not quite as hot. Add a pair of elasticated-waist trousers and worn-in sandals, and you’ve got an easy, but importantly, comfy, everyday outfit.
Look 3
As much as we’d love the whole of spring (and summer) to be warm every day and to ditch the outerwear, the reality is that just isn’t the case. There are days when the wind is cold and forceful, the temperature gauge is miserably low, and we find ourselves digging around for some of our hardier pieces. This is one such look: a faithful waxed jacket to protect against the elements, easy straight-leg black trousers, comfy trainers, and either a light knit or a tee, depending on how low that temperature is. The only accessories: sunglasses and a cap to shield from the sun (and, honestly? To eliminate the need for makeup and a hair wash. The aim of the game is comfort and everyday, after all).
Look 4
This look is very similar to look two above — a loose shirt, light trousers — but there are extra layers for the days when shirt and sandals aren’t quite enough. First, the top layer: a lightly padded vest made from indigo cotton twill with buttons down the front and side ties to mix up how you wear it. It’s comfy, easy, and it takes the edge off without being too thick or bulky. Second, the flat Chelsea boots: I’ve worn these so much they’re almost moulded to the shape of my feet at this point, and they’re comfy enough to walk for miles in (trust me, I have). They’re a good alternative to trainers for a comfy, everyday shoe, especially if loafers or boat shoes aren’t really your thing.
Look 5
This is a typical everyday outfit for me, when it’s not that warm but not cold either. The trousers are linen (a cooling fabric, but they’re definitely not flimsy) and have a horseshoe leg for a bit of shape and volume, plus they have an elasticated waist that is pure comfort. The jumper is light (I’d swap for a black tee on warmer days), and the jacket is one of those practical (it’s honestly impressive how much I can fit into those pockets), goes-with-everything pieces that’s not too light and not too heavy either. As for the shoes, it doesn’t get as comfortable and more “everyday” than a pair of slip-on Birkenstock Bostons.
Look 6
This is a look from last spring and summer that I wore a lot, switching out the sandals for light canvas trainers when I needed/wanted more foot coverage, and shedding the jacket when it was T-shirt-only weather. Here’s where the comfort comes in: the trousers are linen and loose-fitting with an elasticated waist, the T-shirt has a relaxed fit (I sized up one for that), and the jacket is light and unrestrictive, with slightly rounded sleeves for shape (it’s also light enough to tie around the waist, if and when you need to). The sandals have a padded sole, too, making walking around in them all day a dream.
Look 7
I wore this outfit during the UK’s recent warm spell, but I can also see it working on upcoming cooler days (with my very worn-in green chore jacket on top). The trousers are another staple from Beyond Nine (seriously, if you’re in the market for comfy trousers with excellent shapes, make Beyond Nine your first port of call). Like all their trousers, they have an elasticated waistband so you can wear them low or high-waisted (I showed more of this in action here) — I’m wearing them low on the waist here for a looser look. The vest is a cotton and Merino wool mix — soft and breathable, but also slightly warmer than cotton on its own.
Look 8
I’ve been off blue denim for years. I can’t quite put my finger on why, but I didn’t feel good in it, and on the occasions when I did wear jeans, I always reverted to black, which felt a lot more me. But I tried a pair of Sessùn jeans recently that started to sway me. An anomaly, I thought, at the time. Then these James Street Co. jeans came into my life, and my head was fully turned. Maybe I’m back in my blue jean era. Maybe I’ve just been waiting for the perfect fit. This particular pair has a baggy, ‘90s-style fit (none of that annoying restrictive denim here) with a slightly tapered ankle (which you can’t really see because I’m 5’4” and had to turn them up). An excellent everyday pair of jeans, teamed with a very well-worn oversized linen shirt, and red leather flip-flops for a touch of colour.
Look 9
Is there anything more comfy and everyday than a T-shirt, trainers and a pair of sweatpants? I’m not much of a loungewear person, but I wear these jersey sweatpants from Beyond Nine at least once a week. They have the same horseshoe shape as the trousers I’m wearing in look five, so they don’t look like classic sweatpants, which helps. But they are extremely soft and comfortable. Here, I’ve paired them with LESET’s cult Margo tee in creme (a slightly darker shade than classic white) for a very simple look, offset by a couple of bits of jewellery. I’ll swap the trainers for flip-flops once it warms up again, too.
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I’ve been working from home for 8 years now so I’m the same. I go to the gym, the store, pottery class and hang out with friends where the dress code is pretty casual but I also like clothes. All of your looks are similar to what I would wear. I also wear dresses but the comfy kind and usually with sneakers (especially in spring and summer)
Your style is so cozy and elevated at the same time. I loved look one and seven so much xx