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Non-slobby super comfy clothes for a petite woman

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Starburst360 · 23/01/2026 21:52

Evening all, I’ve just caught sight of my reflection and whilst I feel super comfy, I look like a total slob. There are loads of reasons not to bother smartening up my post work attire but better reasons to change and I choose looking less like I’ve given up on life.
So, do you have any recommendations for super comfy lounge clothes that look reasonably attractive? Is that even a thing?

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charlieandthechocolatfactory · 23/01/2026 22:09

Jaki

shuddacuddadidnt · 24/01/2026 00:12

Tesco has some fantastic looking stuff atm. I just take up the hems on the wide leg bottoms, but there are joggers too, with matching tops.

piscofrisco · 24/01/2026 01:56

The Set.

Overtheatlantic · 24/01/2026 02:27

Saint and Sofia have gorgeous lounge trousers in a variety of colours. The only problem is that they need to be hemmed if you’re under 5’4”!

DevonMum123 · 24/01/2026 19:05

St Berts clothing has some great looking comfy sets.

foodiefil · 24/01/2026 19:42

Depending on budget the White Company have gorgeous cashmere sets, otherwise I think just clean matching loungewear helps elevate the comfy look

DearLurker · 24/01/2026 21:45

I have a similar issue and recently found some wide leg joggers from Bershka in bottle green or navy paired with a simple black poloneck from Zara (gold buttons on the cuffs) fit the bill. Smart, sleek, comfy, warm and not slobby. The gold buttons add a small style detail.

Spottingtwerps · 24/01/2026 22:38

As a petite woman myself, I am well used to shortening trousers of all kinds. I have found George at Asda (the horror!) Has quite a few top amd bottom loungewear co-ords and some decent bottoms. If you are not going to be leaving the house but want to feel better indoors for youself (or with someone you're now staying indoors with 😊) then its a reasonable choice. Lots of nice boat neck tops, polo jumpers etc in the winter. In the summer I have a slew of cheap but very cheerful knee length dresses from Yumi, Blue Vanilla and the ilk that just pop on and are easy to wear.

ThePerfectWeekend · 24/01/2026 22:44

Zara, H&M and M&S children's sections for a bargain. Age 13 fits ìn M&S and I'm 5'3" so no need to alter them. They're all sold by height.

MsAmerica · 24/01/2026 22:48

Starburst360 · 23/01/2026 21:52

Evening all, I’ve just caught sight of my reflection and whilst I feel super comfy, I look like a total slob. There are loads of reasons not to bother smartening up my post work attire but better reasons to change and I choose looking less like I’ve given up on life.
So, do you have any recommendations for super comfy lounge clothes that look reasonably attractive? Is that even a thing?

I've never quite understood the idea of "comfy." To me, almost anything if comfortable, except spike heels and things that are too tight.
To me, I'd suggest starting by choosing clothes that fit, clothes that aren't designed to be baggy - and tuck in your tops.

Scully01 · 25/01/2026 19:19

ThePerfectWeekend · 24/01/2026 22:44

Zara, H&M and M&S children's sections for a bargain. Age 13 fits ìn M&S and I'm 5'3" so no need to alter them. They're all sold by height.

What size would you say these go up to? I'm a size 12 5ft1 and never tried the kids sizing...

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