I never thought I’d see the day when I would write a post like this. Let’s just say that there used to be a time when I only wore bright billowy dresses. There also used to be a time when I went into the office, gathered together for dinner parties, and had legitimate reasons to dress up. The reality is, with a newborn in my arms and a busy work-home life, comfort has been key in tackling everyday tasks. I’ve accumulated a growing collection of postpartum leisurewear and am learning about my favorite fits and styles. I also asked my Instagram followers for their recommendations, so I wanted to share my consolidated list! You guys gave me over 150 different recommendations so this was no small feat!
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I used to think leisurewear consisted of mostly monochromatic colors and unflattering shapes. A bit lackluster and a lot of frumpy. But ever since Felix’s birth and easing into the norm of working from home, I found myself drawn to comfort and the no-need-to-think-about business of leisurewear. Contrary to my assumptions about its one-dimensional look, my dive into the leisurewear rabbit hole led me to an array of designs and styles. Naturally, with my body altered after giving birth, I looked for postpartum leisurewear that made me feel comfortable and happy.
With a growing number of people working from home and comfort emerging as a necessity, many people have also been looking into cozy chic leisurewear. There are now so many cute designs and styles! And you know I’m here for it! For anyone looking to expand their comfortable wardrobe, look no further! I’ve searched high and low and gathered many recommendations. The resulting list does not disappoint!
Here are my current favorites:
My favorite Leisurewear
Let’s jump into our busy days feeling cool and comfortable in these hip everyday leisurewear. They may be considered glorified PJs, and maybe they are, but there’s no one to judge because we’re home! At least we changed out of our nighttime PJs for some daytime ones. Regardless, it feels great to feel comfortable and ready to tackle the day.
My Little Belleville
Ok, I’ve had a REALLY tough time trying to narrow down the hundreds of options I poured through but my very first and only purchase so far has been My Little Belleville’s Embroidered flower faces because there are friggen EMBROIDERED FLOWER FACES on them! They’re soft and cozy and adorable and I’ve worn them now for 5 days in a row.
Toast
I’m digging these from Toast. I think they’re technically pj’s but right now everything is pjs to me.
Clare V
Clare V has some great colors and prints and I’m DIGGING this green leopard!
https://shopstyle.it/l/brFLZ old navy
Solids
There are tons of great companies doing beautiful solid sweats. Here are some of my favorites:
Mate has some great color solids that look super comf.
Old Navy has some great solids at a super price point.
Target has a ton of great options too
Cozy Earth has some soft solids too.
Lou and Grey has great colored solids and a few patterns.
Pangaia has wonderful colors and shapes
Esby has a navy blue sweatsuit that I’m eyeing
STATE has a shocking yellow that belongs in my closet
The Hey Gang has a retro looking vibe for kids and adults
Entire World has the most refreshing colors. It looks like they sell out quickly though!
Zara has some pretty options too!
I just found out that Walmart has a new brand called Free Assembly that looks cool and has great basics options like these
Tie dye and Ice Dye Sweats
Of course, the pandemic produced the ubiquitous ice dye trend and companies at all price points dug it like:
LEFT: Big Bud Press, Clare V, and artist Anna Joyce
Target, Old Navy, Gap all have their own versions too that are good!
Pattern Sweatsuits
To me, there’s nothing better than loungewear with TONS of personality. Here are some of my favorites that do the job well!
Winter Water Factory is a Lars favorite that has prints for kids and adults so you can live out my dream of matching your child.
Bando has some fun and colorful options!
This checkered one, below, is my dream, but they don’t have it in my size! 
And I also covet this patchwork one. Isn’t it so good?! It’s from LF Markey.
Ok, that’s it for now! But let me know your favorites. Would love to hear them!