Summer wardrobe essentials for lockdown

Although summer might not have started on quite the most summery of notes after a glorious April and May, warmer days will hopefully be on the way soon.

Of course, this summer has a cloud of another type hanging over it as many of us are trying to get used to a new normal following the Coronavirus lockdown. 

The social scene of summers past might not be repeated in 2020, but that’s no reason not to update your wardrobe – here are some key areas to focus on.

Blurring loungewear and workwear

Many of us have had to adjust to working from home, and staying there for much longer periods, as lockdown as ruled over us.

Although restrictions are starting to be eased, those who have been able to work from home may face doing so long after lockdown has been lifted in other parts of society.

You might not have much need for your office wear right now, but the uptick in meetings happening over video calls means you can’t quite get away with wearing your stained pyjamas either.

The loungewear you were investing in at the start of lockdown might have been all about warmth – now you need thin cotton tops and loose, or cut-off, leggings to stay cool and look classy.

Get ready for normal returning

Pubs, bars and restaurants could soon be reopening, meaning that socially distant socialising could be on the cards – and for this you will need to look the part.

Loose-fitting women’s skirts and dresses look to be an on-trend choice for 2020, while the impacts of lockdown on our fashion choices could soon come to the fore.

‘Boyfriend’ jeans and oversized shirts in white and cream are set to dominate looks once we’re all out and about again.

Think on your feet

If you’ve grown attached to your sliders while schlepping around the house for the past few months – you’re in luck.

Sandals, pumps and platform slip-ons are all on-trend, while you can extend the ‘boyfriend’ look, whether you want one or not by investing in some icy-white trainers – the athleisure standout of 2020.

Remember: The revamp will be a mood-booster

Taking a bit of control back over your life by getting wardrobe-ready for the summer won’t just leave you with a new batch of outfits to try on, it’ll also enhance your mental health. 

Keeping on top of your wellbeing during lockdown is crucial, as friends and family are forced to stay away.

By throwing out the old and bringing in some new clothes that put you in the summer mood, you’ll set yourself up to see out the last days of lockdown in top condition.

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