During the ever-extended MCO period, our daily wardrobe mostly consists of PJs, sweatshirts, oversized tees, boyfriend shirts, lounge shorts, joggers, PJs – oh, did we mention that already? While lockdown days are turning into weeks, and weeks into months, we’re becoming pros at working from home in the clothes we woke up in (guilty!). However, if you’ve grown tired of that uniform, we’ve put together some feel-good looks that are guaranteed to turn your days around!
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1. #IWokeUpLikeThis

Waking up is easy when you’ve slept in the comfiest pyjamas the night before. Plus, with hotter nights coming up, opting for cotton pieces will keep you cool and relaxed while you’re busy getting your beauty sleep. This one’s our pick as the contrasting black accents add dimension and the trousers even give a slimming effect!

‘PETRA’ PYJAMA SET, RM389, LULLA. ‘CONNECT’ STERLING SILVER GOLD NECKLACE, ABOUT RM480, AND ‘XL EDIE’ SNAKE CHAIN GOLD NECKLACE, ABOUT RM220, BOTH WANDERLUST + CO

2. Snooze the alarm!

We won’t lie – some days we sleep in till it’s close to noon and we’re totally okay with that. On such days, oversized tees paired with comfy trousers make the best outfits for that lazy, carefree look.

COTTON SLOGAN FLORAL PRINT SHORT PYJAMA SET (TOP), RM89.90, MARKS & SPENCER. CO-ORD ELASTICATED WAIST PANTS IN MINT BASE ABSTRACT PRINT, RM79, SOMETHING BORROWED AT ZALORA. ‘ZEP’ THIN GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE, RM169, GUNG JEWELLERY. ‘CONNECT’ STERLING SILVER GOLD NECKLACE, ABOUT RM480, WANDERLUST + CO. EARRINGS AND SCRUNCHIE, BOTH STYLIST’S OWN

Gold touches

Finish off with gold accents to elevate your outfit from basic to chic even if you’re just heading to the fridge!

COTTON SLOGAN FLORAL PRINT SHORT PYJAMA SET (TOP), RM89.90, MARKS & SPENCER. CO-ORD ELASTICATED WAIST PANTS IN MINT BASE ABSTRACT PRINT, RM79, SOMETHING BORROWED AT ZALORA. ‘ZEP’ THIN GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE, RM169, GUNG JEWELLERY. ‘CONNECT’ STERLING SILVER GOLD NECKLACE, ABOUT RM480, WANDERLUST + CO. EARRINGS AND SCRUNCHIE, BOTH STYLIST’S OWN

3. All decked up with nowhere to go

Stuck at home with clothes that you miss wearing out? Use this chance to play dress-up by experimenting with different styles and techniques you never would have otherwise – like layering your PJs with your button-down work shirts for instance. Take it up a notch with a pair of fun socks and statement jewellery to set the stay-at-home mood. We’re sure that this activity will brighten up your spirit and leave you with a new look to wear when the MCO is over!

‘LIBRA’ SHORTS IN WHITE, RM59.00, AND ‘LIBRA’ STRUCTURED SHIRT IN WHITE, RM139, BOTH HANYA. ‘JOY OF PRINT’ SOFT STRETCH PAJAMAS (FLOWER TOP) IN PINK, RM99.90, UNIQLO. CHUNKY HOOP GOLD EARRINGS, RM149, AND ‘ABEL’ GOLD CHAIN BRACELET, RM129, BOTH GUNG JEWELLERY. ‘GRL PWR’ SOCKS, RM12.95, H&M

Versatile pieces

Aside from being a classic and timeless piece, an oversized shirt makes for a great outerwear option when you need to run quick errands. Simply throw it over your pyjama top, add on a pair of earrings and you’re all set!

‘LIBRA’ STRUCTURED SHIRT IN WHITE, RM139, HANYA. ‘JOY OF PRINT’ SOFT STRETCH PAJAMAS (FLOWER TOP) IN PINK, RM99.90, UNIQLO. CHUNKY HOOP GOLD EARRINGS, RM149, AND ‘ABEL’ GOLD CHAIN BRACELET, RM129, BOTH GUNG JEWELLERY

4. Rest and ruminate

These days, the perfect ‘me-time’ sesh for us is prioritising relaxed silhouettes and doing the things that we love. This includes a comfy sweater, slouchy jeans (to feel like we’re putting our going-out clothes to good use) and journaling daily to get us through this new normal.

‘THE NEW NORM’ JUMPER IN LILAC, RM129, AND WIDE LEG DENIM JEANS IN BLUE, RM149, BOTH LILIT. ‘GALE’ 2-IN-1 GOLD EARRINGS, RM149, GUNG JEWELLERY

5. Wing it and win!

Need to hop on a Zoom meeting stat but still in your PJs? Fret not! Just layer your favourite blazer over your pyjama shirt and finish off with some jewellery that’ll instantly have you looking polished.

‘PTT’ RAYON SATIN LONG SLEEVE PAJAMAS (TOP) IN YELLOW, RM129.90, UNIQLO IN COLLABORATION WITH PRINCESSE TAM.TAM. BLAZER, RM299, MANGO. ‘I WANT TO BE A TREE’ SWEATER SET (SHORTS), RM289, HANYA. ‘GALE’ GOLD DISC NECKLACE, RM169, GUNG JEWELLERY. ‘L'ETOILE’ GOLD TAROT NECKLACE, ABOUT RM200, WANDERLUST + CO. EARRING, STYLIST’S OWN

Go from sleepy to snazzy

Look out for aesthetically-pleasing pyjamas with a fun or girly print like this as it can double up as clothes you can actually wear out and no one would notice!

‘PTT’ RAYON SATIN LONG SLEEVE PAJAMAS (TOP) IN YELLOW, RM129.90, UNIQLO IN COLLABORATION WITH PRINCESSE TAM.TAM. BLAZER, RM299, MANGO. ‘GALE’ GOLD DISC NECKLACE, RM169, GUNG JEWELLERY. ‘L'ETOILE’ GOLD TAROT NECKLACE, ABOUT RM200, WANDERLUST + CO. EARRING, STYLIST’S OWN

The WFH companion

If you’re working from home and don’t have a designated spot, a pochette like this Alia Bastamam piece will come in handy to hold all the essentials you need!

FROM LEFT: ‘BASTA 3’ POCHETTE IN PASTEL YELLOW AND BABY BLUE, RM149 EACH, ALIA BASTAMAM FOR SOMETIME BY ASIAN DESIGNERS

6. Head in the clouds

Tonal looks are high on our list of favourite things to wear. But if you’re opting for more colour, break it up with a dash of bold hues like this standout red ‘self-love’ graphic tee that’s made from organic cotton between the blue-toned pieces. Not only does it add dimension to your look, a bright slogan piece like this works like a charm to get you feeling 100% again!

‘SELF LOVE’ ORGANIC GRAPHIC TEE, RM75, POMELO. RIBBED PANTS IN BLUE, RM99, LILIT. ‘SUNLIT’ HOOP GOLD EARRINGS, RM197.94, AND ‘SUNLIT’ GOLD BRACELET, ABOUT RM200, BOTH WANDERLUST + CO. ‘HALLEY’ SANDALS IN SLATE GREY, RM149, VEE BY VEE:LVE. BUCKET HAT, STYLIST'S OWN

7. Sun-day best

The borders may be closed but that doesn’t mean we can’t visualise our very own beach getaway. If we ever go to one soon, this breezy cotton caftan is definitely coming with us! Perfect to keep cool yet chic and relaxed, it becomes totally Insta-worthy when paired with a straw hat, lustrous jewellery and strappy midi heels.

STRIPED CAFTAN IN BLUE, MYR89, LILIT. ‘GALE’ 2-IN-1 GOLD EARRINGS, RM149, GUNG JEWELLERY. ‘CHASING CLOUDS’ GOLD NECKLACE, ABOUT RM200, ‘XL EDIE’ SNAKE CHAIN GOLD NECKLACE, ABOUT RM220, AND ‘SUNLIT’ GOLD BRACELET, ABOUT RM200, ALL WANDERLUST + CO. ‘BASTA’ HEELS IN WHITE, RM179, ALIA BASTAMAM FOR SOMETIME BY ASIAN DESIGNERS. STRAW HAT, STYLIST’S OWN

Hassle-free footwear

The new normal has got us falling for shoes that are: A) low-heeled or flat, and B) comfortable slip-ons, so these numbers in pastel pink and burnt orange shades take the cake! Plus, the bow and ruffle details effortlessly refine any look we’ve got on.

FROM TOP: ‘BIANCA’ MULES IN VINTAGE BROWN, RM 159, AND ‘HALLEY’ SANDALS IN PALE PINK, RM149, BOTH VEE BY VEE:LVE

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Photography: Tan Guo Xiang
Art Direction: Zariel Zahann
Styling & coordination: Rachel Dulis
Assisted by: Vasenta Selvanayagam & Yang Mei Ling
Makeup & nails: Ezad Ibrahim
Hair: Chiaki Sabata/Chardon Tokyo
Model: Chandni Bainz
Location: Sisiseni Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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Rachel Thomas Dulis

A lover of fashion and skincare, Rachel is always seeking out the hottest new trends – whether it’s a unique hack or a fresh accessory. When she's not on the hunt, you'll most likely find her discovering new music, battling enemies in video games or getting lost in her sewing projects.

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