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As COVID-19 alters day-to-day life for millions working from home, it's also leaving its mark on the clothes we wear. I mean, it's probably safe to assume that you've been wearing sweatpants or leggings more often. Besides, dressing cozy can be good for your mental health, especially during these stressful times. But while most employers won't care what you're wearing as long as you get the work done, how we dress can affect our mood and productivity. The New Work Attire All major malls, across different cities in the world, are closed for business amid the coronavirus pandemic. This has resulted in a steep drop-off in the overall sales of fashion. Sweatpants, on the other hand, seem to be an exception. Their popularity is spiking at such a high rate, proving they are the largest trend in fashion right now. But while it can be tempting to fall into the comfort of sweatpants when working from home, how we dress does affect how we feel. Putting on "work clothes" can help send a signal to our brain that it is no longer rest time. Additionally, what we wear can affect our identity too. That's why putting effort into getting dressed offers a much-needed structure in a time of uncertainty for many people. Much-Needed Structure in a Time of Uncertainty We are not saying to sport a tight blazer or suit, especially if kids or pets are in the home when you are working. Getting dressed up for work helps us go through the motions and mentally and emotionally prepare for the day ahead, even inspiring productivity. Intentionally getting dressed helps us feel pulled together. Even something like a blouse and dressy leggings, or even a loose wrap dress, can be a nice transitional outfit. It's All About Balance Tuning in to how we feel each morning can help us feel better during this uncertain time. Determining your ideal work from home style is all about balance, and the most important thing is to establish a regular routine. Heck, you can even make a game out of it for yourself. "Moody Monday is loungewear day, wink at me Wednesday can be a super sassy look, and so on," celebrity stylist Alison Brooks says. Take Away During these crazy stressful times, It's normal that our work attire would be more casual now that we're all working from home, and as we've learned in this article, dressing cozy can be great for your mental health. Determining your ideal work from home style is all about balance. So, wake up, wash your face, brush your teeth, and then put together an outfit that makes you feel both comfortable and ready for the day.
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