How to Style Loungewear Sets Without Looking Sloppy This Summer

I never used to understand why my matching sweats always ended up looking less chic than I’d imagined. But I now know that learning how to style loungewear sets is what truly brings the whole outfit together.

It turns out that intentionally layering your matching set with chic accessories and a trendy pair of sneakers is the simple yet effective formula for a laid-back look that’s sophisticated rather than sloppy. So there’s no reason why you can’t still feel put-together while ambling around town.

Whether you’re dressing up your trusty gray sweats for school pick up or running errands in your athleisure before pilates, there are plenty of ways you can go about making your best loungewear look a little more carefully curated this summer. Dress them up enough, and you can even get away with wearing pajamas to work. Ahead, you’ll find six different outfit ideas to try this summer.

1. Classic Cuffed Sweats and a T-Shirt

There will always be something a little iconic about cuffed joggers paired with a classic tee. As seen above, Natalie Portman keeps her take on the combo casual, styling her grey sweats with simple white sneakers. To elevate the look even more, we’d wear a matching crewneck sweatshirt or hoodie tied around the shoulders or waist. It’s the perfect vibe for sunny days when comfort is key but you know you might have a few hours inside chilly air conditioning. Add a pair of fun sunglasses, and the look is complete.

2. Pajamas as Outside Clothes

In past seasons we’ve seen a surge in pinstripe or silk pajamas being worn outside of the house, making this bold outfit choice not so unusual. This season pair a classic pajama top with a brightly colored breezy skirt and heels to elevate the relaxed fit of the shirt into something more polished and appropriate for work. As for those pajama shorts, you can still make the most of them too: Wear them with a crisp button-down shirt and ballet flats for your weekend plans or as the perfect work-from-home outfit.

3. Statement Monochrome Tracksuit

Wondering how to style loungewear sets that are already making a statement as they are? Look to street style for inspo. When you’ve got a bold tracksuit, instinct will likely tell you to steer clear of adding any more of the same color, but I think you should ignore this and lean into the modern monochrome vibes instead—like this fashion pro did in the look above. Think sandals, sunglasses, and bags in as close to the same color as possible, and plenty of chic shiny jewelry.

4. Sleek Pilates Princess

Your workout set doesn’t have to be boring. You can elevate your look in a way that will still have you feeling cute before and after you exercise. Similar to Laura Harrier and Lori Harvey’s lounge sets above, opt for a sleek black pair of leggings or bike shorts and accessorize with a woven tote, sandals, and your favorite pair of sunglasses to keep your look stylish while still embracing that post-workout glow.

5. Summer Tops and Cashmere

Pairing a delicate, summery top with a buttery soft sweatpants set might not be the most obvious choice for warm weather. Styled with a chic raffia tote, however, it all comes together in an effortlessly elevated way. It’s that perfect mix of comfort and luxe. This combo is ideal on cooler nights or rainy summer days. It also makes for a great travel outfit, especially when wide-leg pants are paired with your go-to flats.

6. Athletic Shorts and a Crisp Button-Down

Sporty track pant shorts get an upgrade when paired with a crisp button-down and statement sneakers. Wear a matching tank top underneath, and you can even hit up a workout class in between plans. You can always layer a matching track jacket or pullover with this look too, just tie it around the waist or shoulders as the day gets warmer. Don’t forget a few minimalist jewelry pieces to finish off this laid-back, stylish look that lasts all day long.

A version of this article was originally published by Glamour UK.