We’ve all been there: It’s cold outside and you want nothing more to hunker down and spend an extra half an hour in bed. The last thing you need is to spend your morning staring at your wardrobe trying to find something to wear (or for that matter, put on anything that feels remotely restrictive and/or uncomfortable).
Of course, I would never judge you if you wanted to mooch around in your PJs all day, sometimes that is simply a necessity, but if you’re begrudgingly dressing for work or heading out for the weekend and want an outfit that’ll make you look good with minimal thought, I’m here to solve all of your dressing woes. Enter the “lazy girl” aesthetic; the excuse we needed to stop caring quite so much (while still very much looking like we do).
After scanning the Instagram feeds of our favourite influencers (and I hesitate to call them “lazy girls”, instead they’re just masters of effortless elegance), I’ve found six looks that will be a dream during those cold and dark pre-winter days. They’re the perfect balance of cosy, comfy, low-effort and stylish. The dream, right? From the perfect cold-weather and easy jeans to the ultimate fleece and flats combo, there are so many fab outfits to choose from. Keep scrolling down to see and shop my top picks.
Style Notes: Slouchy trousers have got to be the ultimate low-effort-yet-stylish buy. Comfy, cool and only take 30 seconds to style, what more could you want? Finish with a deceptively smart waistcoat and easy ballet pumps.
The shortcut to looking “dressed up”.
Drawstring trousers? Peak comfort.
Nothing easier than a pair of polished flats.
Style Notes: A puffer coat or jacket is, in my opinion, one of the best fashion inventions, ever. Cocoon yourself in a ultra-cosy, comfy layer and add dark denim and a low heel boot for a bit of Louisa Hatt–inspired personality. You won’t need to compromise on comfort till still look chic.
I’m surprised that this hasn’t already sold out.
Dark denim feels seasonally appropriate, but you can also dress it up for evening too.
No need to pack blister plasters.
Finish the look with some serious arm candy.
Style Notes: Francesca Saffari is one of our go-to influencers for when we crave laid-back outfit ideas which don’t compromise on style. Case in point? A fleece gilet looks the part when paired with loose-leg jeans and Birkenstock clogs.
The best layering piece on the high street.
Our editors all agree, COS t-shirts are worth stocking up on.
Baggy jeans are still setting the agenda for A/W ’23.
They’re finally back in stock!
Style Notes: I never thought I’d crave a simple grey jumper until I saw this outfit. Hannah Lewis nails the laidback-luxe trend with a cream shearling coat, grey knit, trainers, and jeans.
Numbers are running low, so act fast.
I love everything about this slouchy knit.
Just the right amount of low-waisted.
Style Notes: Give your jersey tops extra mileage by pairing them with a autumnal trench and black loafers. A fab option if you still want to feel polished but have no energy to properly dress up.
Lazy girls will appreciate a coat that doubles up as the whole outfit.
We approve of this tank-meets-tee hybrid.
The perfect blue jean to pair with socks and loafers.
I’ve been obsessed with these ever since they first landed.
Style Notes: The beauty of this look is, even if you don’t own an off-the-shoulder jumper, you can cheat it by sizing up an ultra-slouchy knit and wearing baggy. How’s that for a lazy hack?
