In NYC and Paris, Styling Loungewear Is an Art—13 Looks That Prove Its Worth

It doesn't take a genius to make a gorgeous dress look chic. What is less effortless, however, is taking a loungewear set and transforming it into an actual outfit, one that's worthy of envy. Yet New Yorkers and Parisians especially seem to do it regularly with ease. 

Whether it's a sweatsuit that could easily look frumpy or cotton pajamas that should look like, well, pajamas, the fashion set in both Paris and New York City appear to know something about styling loungewear that people in other locations don't, turning casual-by-design pieces into an intentional outfit that could work for any occasion. Truly, it's an art, and we could all learn something from them as the season for cozy fabrics and comfortable silhouettes approaches. 

Ahead, see proof of how people in NYC and Paris do loungewear differently (read: better). 

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@emmanuellek_

What you'll need: Sweater-Coat + Matching Lounge Pants + White Sneakers

What you'll need: Oversize Sweater + Matching Flare Pants + Lug-Sole Boots

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@erinoffduty

What you'll need: Satin Pajama Set + Cashmere Sweater + Slouchy Coat + Clogs 

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@tamaramory

What you'll need: Oversize Leather Jacket + Brown Sweatsuit + Retro Sneakers

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@livvperez

What you'll need: Blue Cashmere Sweater + Matching Lounge Pants + Matching Scarf

What you'll need: Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt + Matching Joggers + '90s Sunglasses

What you'll need: Cropped T-Shirt + Trench Coat + Pajama Pants + Point-Toe Mules

What you'll need: Matching Plissé Set + Wedges + Colorful Shoulder Bag

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@claire_most

What you'll need: Statement Duster Coat + Hoodie + Matching Joggers + Chunky Sneakers

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@frannfyne

What you'll need: Lightweight Midi Coat + Ribbed Tunic + Flare Lounge Pants + Rectangular Sunglasses

What you'll need: Crew-Neck Sweatshirt + Matching Joggers + Tonal Long Coat + Athletic Tube Socks + White Sneakers

What you'll need: Trench Coat + Gray Sweatsuit + Gold Hoops

Best Elevated Loungewear Looks 2022

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@mariaalia

What you'll need: Ribbed Tunic + Matching Flare Pants + Heeled Sandals + Statement Earrings