I’ve written previously about my campaign to “Bring Back the House Dress” and it struck a chord with many of you. Apparently I’m not the only one who has become disenchanted with sloppy at-home wear and is trying to up my game a bit. If you haven’t read my post about it, you should do so before reading the rest of this one. I’ll wait…
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What did you think? Is the idea of a house dress appealing to you or do you think I’m a little nuts? Either answer is okay. In fact, you might agree with both.
Even those who liked my house dress plan have wondered how to make it work during cold weather. Obviously this dress isn’t going to work when it’s a rainy 39 degrees as it is here right now.
So let’s take a look at a more weather-appropriate option.
Check out this skirt. It’s soft, comfortable, machine-washable, AND it has pockets! I own several in various colors and have just added this lovely teal to my Amazon cart.
They are lightweight enough to wear in the summer with sandals but work well in the winter, too. In the summer I pair them with a tank top but in the winter I choose a long-sleeved tee, something like this:
If you’re cold natured you can wear a pair of tights underneath:
and maybe even add a long, half slip.
What about footwear? 
Or my beloved Birkenstock sandals:
But these are on my wishlist for at-home wear:
The final piece to my winter at-home “uniform” is a lightweight sweater or cardigan. I keep one on the back of my desk chair in my office and one or two hanging on the coatrack in our entry hall. Most of the time a long-sleeve tee is adequate indoors but on especially chilly days another layer might be called for.
Any sweater will do but it’s nice to choose something with a bit of style. I like this one:
I have something similar and have worn it for years. It also looks cute with a pair of jeans and boots.
This has been my go-to at home wear for winter and by adding boots and a cute scarf this also serves as my usual look when I leave the house. It’s comfortable and it’s easy to dress it up a bit with nicer jewelry.
However, I’ve been wanting to expand my winter wardrobe a little. I love sleeveless maxi dresses in the summer so it only makes sense to consider a long-sleeved version for winter. Something like this perhaps?
I’m still researching options for winter at-home wear and will add to this post as I find good options. And if you have any suggestions please leave me a comment.
Anna of Stuffedveggies says
February 23, 2018 at 1:32 pmGreat ideas! I find leggings or “yoga pants” quite comfortable under a skirt for warmth (tho never alone!) It seems to me that tights are hideously uncomfortable in comparison. Love your warm & comfy posts (despite our 80-ish weather today). It seems I always enjoy being a little extra toasty : )
Deanna Piercy says
February 24, 2018 at 2:17 pmI totally agree that tights are uncomfortable. Personally I’m warm enough in my home to just wear socks. I reserve tights for when I wear short skirts and boots. And may I just say I’m jealous of your 80 degree weather?
Tori says
February 25, 2018 at 1:04 amI haven’t worn tights since I was a child, and haven’t worn a skirt or dress since I was a teenager. I don’t intend to change that now. I’m glad you’re finding items you’re pleased to add to your daily wardrobe though.
Deanna Piercy says
February 25, 2018 at 3:42 pmI really don’t like tights – part of the reason I am SO ready for warm weather. The dresses I ordered arrived today and I tried them on. They fit and are so comfortable. Part of the reason I pretty much stopped wearing pants is that I tend to get hives around my waist if I wear anything snug-fitting. At this point in my life I’m all about the comfort unless it’s a really important dress up occasion.
Tori says
February 27, 2018 at 5:42 amI’m all about the comfort too, but a dress isn’t comfortable to me. Never has been. From when I was old enough to decide what I was wearing for myself, I only wore a dress or skirt when I either was forced to or was trying to please one of my parents, and even then often secretly wore shorts underneath.
Deanna Piercy says
February 27, 2018 at 2:01 pmIsn’t it funny how different we all are? 🙂
Melanie says
February 25, 2018 at 9:28 pmI’m not big on skirts and dresses, so I mainly wear yoga pants around the house.
Deanna Piercy says
February 26, 2018 at 2:29 pmI think you’re in the majority on that one. 😉
Rose says
May 10, 2018 at 4:01 amI love dresses, wear them every day usually a mock wrap dress at home – brought three different colours and love them.
I know locals think I’m a bit odd never wearing trousers and the like, but hey what?! I love dressing as a lady- even while scrubbing the floor.
Thanks
Deanna Piercy says
May 10, 2018 at 11:28 amI have become so much more comfortable in skirts and dresses. I think I wore jeans twice this past winter – ha!
Ann says
February 1, 2019 at 4:44 pmI wear only skirts and dresses. So much more comfortable than pants and much nicer looking, I think. I do believe as a society we have become too, too casual. It’s nice to dress nicely and it’s nice to look at other people dressed nicely.
Deanna Piercy says
February 1, 2019 at 8:00 pmI totally agree. 🙂