Comfortable and cosy clothes for sick days

[notsurewhatshappening]

I'm spending most of my time in bed or other the sofa at the moment as I have ME. In the morning (which is my best time of day) I manage a shower, get DCS out of the house, do the school run then collapse back into bed. Jeans are too restrictive so I've been living in leggings and hoodies. I can't wear pjs out of the house! Any suggestions for nice soft clothes please that won't make me look like a bag lady? I can't manage makeup at present.

[notsurewhatshappening]

My postman gave me a funny look this morning as quite a few parcels are arriving at my house... in my defence, most are ebay bargains!

[notsurewhatshappening]

I was inspired by the Diesel jogg jeans and searched 'jogger jeans' on eBay. Found some White Stuff soft black jogger jeans, new with tags for £8. They are really soft and comfy with a stretchy waistband but look smarter than actual joggers- they look like denim on the outside. Bargain too!

[CountFosco]

Hush is good for throw on comfy clothes, have a root about in the sale section for some bargains. I bought this dress which is so cozy but looks respectable. It says dry clean only but I put it in the machine in a cool wool wash and it's fine. Their harems and joggers are good as PP said but their ruched skirt might be good as well. And the flannel pyjamas are heaven.

[CielBleuEtNuages]

M&s do straight leg joggers which are comfy and can look like casual trousers

[tentative3]

The celtic & co wool slouch dresses are nice (but pricey!). The first one I ever bought is my absolute go to in winter for everything, including days at home. They come up on ebay from time to time.

I have some wool wide leg lounge pants from the white co which were great but have finally succumbed to shrinkage.

Beyond that, I have a cotton jumpsuit thing I got in the New Look sale for about a fiver. It's not uber elegant, I'll admit, but (it's got thin straps) with a t shirt underneath it is so incredibly comfortable, was perfect last summer when it was so hot plus I could answer the door in it - we live in the city centre now so it's not just the postie who sees me when I answer the door.

[QuestionableMouse]

I like slightly too big PJ's and soft cotton tops. Not the most stylish but not too bad if you go for plain colours.

[wobblebot]

Thank you!!!!!!

[notsurewhatshappening]

The eBay dungarees arrived- they are nice quality, stitching looks good, quite generous size wise (I'm size 8-10 and got a small). The fabric is quite light and with the linen/ cotton mix they are definitely more spring/ summer so I'm looking forward to putting them on in a couple of months. Not bad for under £7 x

[wobblebot]

I love wearing oversized men's clothes. I always steal DHs Christmas pjs 😂

I went to cancer research shop yesterday. Everything is under £3 I bought two chunky jumpers in larger sizes and a pair of m and s leggings for £4.

I reeeeeally want the eBay dungarees. I'm living in hope that they're great quality for you!

[notsurewhatshappening]

No problem! Finding nice things to wear is definitely making me feel less shitty about my health and limitations- happy to share. I ordered small. They haven't arrived yet but I will report back I promise.

DH filled a charity bag yesterday with some nearly new jumpers, pyjama bottoms and long sleeve tops. I intercepted them and they are very comfy to wear in the house. Checked pj bottoms with a stretchy long sleeve top (one of mine) or oversized jumper with leggings. Also I just like wearing his stuff 😊

[wobblebot]

I'm so intrigued by the eBay ones. I've been waiting for your feedback before I bought them. What size did you get?

Sorry to be fangirling your dungaree choices right now. I just have a similar predicament and apparently fashion sense 😂

[mimiasovitch]

My dd has just bought those very same dungarees! They're lovely and soft, and I'm pretty sure she'll be getting a summer weight pair too.

[notsurewhatshappening]

I'm 5 ft 1 and size 8-10 but I think I carry them off. Tbh I give zero fucks if anyone doesn't like my dungarees or thinks I look silly in them- they are fabulous

[Boxlikeahare]

Before I had neighbours it was pyjamas all the way. Now I live in town I wear BAM yoga pants and tops for ¾ of the year.

[peridito]

we need a dungaree intervention @lotusbell

[lotusbell]

@peridito that's exactly my fear. Think they look lovely and comfy, but at 5ft nothing and being quite round, I think I'd just look like a dumpling

[peridito]

Can I ask your height notsure ? I'm 5' 2" and guessing I'd just look look like a square blob in these lovely things ...

[notsurewhatshappening]

These are the eBay ones I linked up thread. Look comfy but may require ironing due to linen content, I just realised 😣😂

[notsurewhatshappening]

I bought these dungarees Wobblebot and they have arrived. They are lush but now sold out. No belt for me, just a breton / plain long sleeve cotton top and cardigan over the top. They are in the wash now. EBay ones are still en route.

[wobblebot]

Sorry but can we please see a photo 😬

[notsurewhatshappening]

My Lucy and Yak dungarees arrived today. Very soft and comfortable - I put them on straight away with a breton tee. The corduroy looks new but is fine and soft already. New favourite outfit!!

[notsurewhatshappening]

The first two are a bit directional for me 😊 but I like the third! Maybe next payday!

[spanishwife]

e.g.

www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-co-ord-skirt-in-ribbed-knit/prd/11502846?clr=stone&SearchQuery=knit%20co-ord&gridcolumn=4&gridrow=10&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=54

www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-co-ord-knitted-culotte/prd/11367577?clr=oatmeal&SearchQuery=knit%20co-ord&gridcolumn=1&gridrow=7&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=54

www.asos.com/boohoo/boohoo-knitted-wide-leg-trousers-co-ord-in-chocolate/prd/11249739?clr=brown&SearchQuery=knit%20co-ord&gridcolumn=2&gridrow=10&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=54

Either a slightly elevated tracksuit in thick ribbed knit, or a midi skirt and jumper.

[Ericthesnake]

Next harems are reasonably priced and comfy. I wore them when I had ME as they work well for school run, medical appointments and crashing on sofa and bed.

Good luck and I hope you get well soon. It's a horrible illness but you can and will recover.

[notsurewhatshappening]

I'm not trendy but like knits! Do you have a pic please to show what a knitted co-Ord is? (Clueless)