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Weirdly attracted to this as loungewear ..

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Pheasantlysurprised · 14/10/2021 15:12

Would make a change from oversized pj bottoms that sag on my arse and jersey mens long-sleeved tees.

I would pass on the socks as don't like stripes much but the soft flow of this delights me.

It is Gudrun Sjoden, and im not much of a fan of their look in general, but this really caught my eye. It's a bit house on the prairie thanks to the petticoat layer but could swap that for something else...

So, anyone think this might make a nice variation on regular night/loungewear, or am I just really, really sick of trouser-y things?

Weirdly attracted to this as loungewear ..
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Aderyn21 · 14/10/2021 22:10

My Nana had housecoats a bit like that outfit. Can't believe people part with actual money for something that ugly tbh.
For WFH while still being dressed enough to answer the door, I'd go for jumper dresses, with some shape and really soft tights.

RaoulDufysCat · 15/10/2021 15:17

That nightie isn't anything like the garment in the original post!

Gonnagetgoing · 15/10/2021 15:21

@madisonbridges

If no one's ever going to see you in it, I think its fine. However if people will see you in it, you've more to worry about than those striped socks!
This. I would never wear this out or where people would see me but inside maybe. It's not me though.
DameMaureen · 15/10/2021 20:17

@RaoulDufysCat

That nightie isn't anything like the garment in the original post!
😂😂😂😂😂
tiredanddangerous · 15/10/2021 20:23

It certainly looks comfortable. I can't wear nightdresses to sleep in though - I fidget around so much that they end up rolled up to boob level

LastStarfighter · 15/10/2021 20:30

I’m totally with you OP!

A couple of weeks ago I got these to wear as WFH lounge-wear. They are both fab, but I particularly like the trousers. They are the same kind of very light cotton as the petticoat you posted, but for me much more practical.

I could only wear them both for WFH though. I don’t really feel I’d be comfortable popping to the supermarket in them.

Weirdly attracted to this as loungewear ..
Weirdly attracted to this as loungewear ..
madisonbridges · 15/10/2021 20:40

@LastStarfighter. I don't know why you wouldn't wear either of them to the shops, though? You could get half the supermarket stock in those. 😂

stealingbeauty · 15/10/2021 22:19

It’s not my style but I still like that kind of style. I can see why it would appeal for loungewear in the winter.
You could probably get a similar look by layering up cotton or linen dresses/tunics and adding a real wool (maybe from a charity shop) cardigan or jumper over the top.

MoltonSilver · 15/10/2021 23:24

Oh that's bad. I think you'll be disappointed if you order it but maybe you need to order it and see.

KimikosNightmare · 15/10/2021 23:45

The word "loungewear" is as revolting as "moist" and "snuggle" but that outfit is lovely. I really like it.

DebbieHarrysCheekbones · 15/10/2021 23:51

The very first photo made me think of the film Witness. All that’s missing is a mop cap and sadly Harrison Ford.

Soggychip · 15/10/2021 23:56

Its sort of Amish crossed with japandi. I love it. I’d not wear it because I’m 5‘ with big boobs and I’d look horrible in it but would love the height and figure to suit it.

Cookingbynumbers · 16/10/2021 00:09

I love it. I’ve bought so many pj sets that just don’t fit me or wash well, loose and flowing is good.
I’ve had more colourful tunics from Joules and Joe Brown but that might not be your taste. Comfy though.
Also work well with crochet scarves and shawls, which is very much my look. I give zero attention to other peoples opinions most of the time.

Kanaloa · 16/10/2021 01:40

@LookItsMeAgain

All together now.... "The sun'll come out....tomorrow....bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow, there'll be sun" or maybe "It's the hard knock life for us, It's the hard knock life for us, 'Stead of treated we get tricked....."

You can guess where I think that outfit belongs....on the stage....

I was trying to put my thoughts on this dress into words but it turns out someone already did.

It’s fairly awful. Some things (like pyjamas) don’t really need an overhaul. They’re classics.

Kanaloa · 16/10/2021 01:41

@Classica

It's what Sara Crewe would have worn when her papa died and Mrs Minchin forced her into domestic servitude.
😂 this one too! It’s just generally the poor little orphan look. Sara wouldn’t have complained though, she would have just held her head up high in her raggedy dress.
ShrinkingViolet9 · 17/10/2021 17:46

What about

www.forgottentribes.com/collections/clothing

Plantstrees · 17/10/2021 17:52

I love it, but like others I have never been brave enough to embrace the style of Gudrun - too many casual people dropping in for a coffee to risk it! They would seriously think I was 'dropping out'.

musicforsnorks · 18/10/2021 12:18

This thread does at least reveal how most of us are quite nose-led into what we will deem acceptable.
Do most people really sit waiting for trend forecasts to be able to decide whether something is worth the risk? Grin

Much more acceptable, ladies, to sit at home with your overpriced bulky hoodie and thin Hush harems? We can comfort ourselves by looking the same as everyone else..

Anything which deviates from the instagram cloned look does seem to raise some ire on here. And I think many react to this by pointing and laughing (how classy), or otherwise trying to humiliate the more creative ideas with immature put downs.

Im not a fan of Gudrun Sjoden and I am NOT defending this somewhat silly outfit, but Jesus Christ it makes a change. I am tired of thread after thread of shitty acrylic jumpers from warehouse or Uniqlo, or else overpriced cashmere for middle aged middles. Or else being directed to a fucking instagram account belonging to an obvious landfill addict.

If you don't like something someone else chooses to wear, then either move along or just say so - making fun of it is really fucking tragic and smacks of insecurity.

Legomania · 18/10/2021 15:12

To be fair, I think op set the tone with her 'weirdly attracted to' opener, and pps are just responding in kind.
Anyway, the beauty of loungewear is that no-one outside your home is likely to see it.

Kanaloa · 18/10/2021 17:01

OP specifically called it ‘a bit house on the prairie.’ And given she posted in S&B she was obviously after opinions on this outfit.

It doesn’t necessarily mean we’re all here in our ‘bulky overpriced’ hoodies and thin Hush joggers. Obviously anyone can wear what the want.

allofthecheese · 18/10/2021 17:08

I actually quite like it! In my culture we tend to wear 'house dresses' not too dissimilar for lounging in.

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