The Lazy Girl Fashion Guide: How to Turn an Outfit from Comfy to Cool
Let's be honest, we all have that one hoodie or t-shirt that we gravitate toward wearing with EVERYTHING. I am Meg Ann Lee and if you are anything like me, you've absolutely considered whether that long sweatshirt can count as a "business casual" dress (spoiler alert: it can). I also think boots count as pants if they are tall enough but that's for another post.
Welcome to the Lazy Girl Fashion Guide-because comfort is the new couture, and we're just out here trying to look like we didn't nap in our outfit (even if we did).
Style influencers and celebs have been onto this for a while now, layering dress shirts with oversized sweatpants or basketball shorts with ties. Whether it's Hailey Bieber pairing sweats with diamonds or Zendaya proving you can wear sneakers to a red carpet, the vibe is cozy-but-make-it-chic. It's giving "I woke up like this," but with (high end) accessories. Here's how to take your laziest outfits and level them up with a little glam magic:
Sweatsuit Situation
Lazy Look: Matching joggers and sweatshirt, preferably in a neutral tone or a seasonal color.
Glow-Up Move: Â Ditch the sweatshirt and put on a blazer that matches the joggers, add a statement necklace, and swap UGGs for strappy heels or the Steve Madden Cypress boots. You're now ready for a cutesy brunch or a night out for drinks with the girls.
Tank + Wide Leg Pants (aka "I tried... kinda")
Lazy Look: Basic white tank, flowy lounge pants, no bra in sight.
Glow-Up Move: Add layered necklaces, a belt to cinch the waist, and a pair of heeled mules. Bonus points for a red lip-because nothing says "I meant to do this" like bold lipstick and confidence.
The Classic Hoodie + Leggings Combo
Lazy Look: Oversized hoodie, black leggings, messy bun.
Cool Glow-Up Move: Add chunky gold hoops, slick back that bun, throw on a structured blazer, and swap your sneakers for pointed-toe boots. Suddenly, you're giving "coffee meeting with a PR agency" vibes.
Bike Shorts + Big Tee Energy
Lazy Look: Graphic tee (probably your ex's), bike shorts, and a sneaker.
CoolGlow-Up Move: Layer a crossbody bag with metallic details, add sleek sunnies, and step into kitten heels or platform sandals. It's giving L.A. Baddie.
You don't need a whole new wardrobe to elevate your look. Believe me, I've been on a no buy challenge since November 2024. You just need the right pair of earrings, a good jacket, or a "yes, I am that girl" attitude. Fashion should feel good, not fussy. Because, in 2025 we're not suffering for style-we're just accessorizing it. <3