Take One, Pass It On: Taking Outfits From Loungewear to Casual Wear to Workwear!

Mix and Match Wardrobe from Loungewear to Workwear

Mix and Match Wardrobe: From Loungewear to Workwear

Huge thanks to Nordstrom and ShopStyle for sponsoring this post

I know you all want a wardrobe that is versatile and can be used in lots of different ways, so today I’m doing a fun “take one, pass it on” post! Instead of showing you several ways to wear one piece like I often do, this time I’ll show you how to take one piece from an outfit and use it in another outfit, and we’ll repeat that a couple more times, taking items from previous outfits and passing them on to create a new outfit. It’s another fun way to show how to mix and match and get more use out of your clothes!

For this post, I’m partnering with Nordstrom and ShopStyle. There are so many great pieces at Nordstrom that are not only incredibly comfortable but are also versatile. Nordstrom also has really great staples, which are key to being able to mix and match easily! On top of that, Nordstrom has fantastic customer support, and they offer free shipping and free return shipping on all orders. That allows you to order items to try them out more freely or multiple sizes to find your best fit without having to worry about return costs. You can also order online and use Nordstrom’s in-store and curbside pickup services to get your items quickly and conveniently. You can also earn points towards Nordstrom Notes on all your purchases when you are part of the Nordy Club, in addition to other perks, like free alterations and more! Check out all that the Nordy Club has to offer and sign up for free, HERE!

Now, y’all ready to have some fun doing “take one, pass it on” and making some outfits? Here we go! 😊

SIZING: I’m 5’6” and usually S/M or 6 in clothes and 8.5 to 9 in shoes.

 

Take One Pass It On Casual Loungewear Outfit: grey lounge long sleeve top + grey soft joggers + tan moccasin slippers + gold pendant necklace

Outfit #1
First, we’ll start with this loungewear set! These joggers and this top are both fuzzy and really comfy and cozy! They both drape and hang pretty well and are stretchy. And they look cute together in a loungewear set, or you can wear them separately with other things!

The joggers come in several colors and prints and are only $19.90! There are some cute prints available HERE and more HERE. Unfortunately the color I’m wearing is currently unavailable, but there is a very similar pair HERE. The top is ON SALE for $19.90 and comes in 4 colors, HERE! It’s sooo comfy! I wear size S.

Shop the Outfit:
Top: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size S)
Joggers: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size S, exact in other colors; similar)
Slippers: (similar)
Necklace: Nordstrom (exact)

 

Take One Pass It On Casual Outfit: grey loungewear long sleeve top + medium blue skinny jeans + taupe fur lined booties + white earrings + pendant necklace + cognac tote side view Take One Pass It On Casual Outfit: grey loungewear long sleeve top + medium blue skinny jeans + taupe fur lined booties + white earrings + pendant necklace + cognac tote

Outfit #2
Next, let’s take the top from the loungewear set and use it in another outfit, this time with jeans so we can wear it out of the house! 😊 This top is really casual, but pairing it with jeans steps it up from the loungewear outfit above. Finish it off with sneakers to keep it casual.

These are my favorite jeans by my go-to brand Wit & Wisdom. If you’re new around here, I LOVE this brand because their jeans are SOFT, STRETCHY, and COMFY!! I especially love their Ab-solution line, which includes a SUPER STRETCHY WAISTBAND (plus the regular zipper and button) for ultimate comfort! If you never want to wear jeans because you find them uncomfortable, definitely try a pair, HERE. I wear size 4 as they run a little large. If you are unsure of sizing, I recommend ordering two sizes to try since Nordstrom offers free return shipping on all orders.

To keep this look casual, I opted for sneakers. But, not just any sneakers! I went for a warm sneaker bootie that’s lined with faux fur AND is water resistant! I love these for a warm cozy option for casual outfits. These are also ON SALE and come in 3 colors, HERE! I wear size 9.

Shop the Outfit:
Top: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size S)
Jeans: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size 4; similar)
Shoes: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size 9)
Bag: Nordstrom (exact; similar)
Necklace: (similar, similar)

 

Take One Pass It On Elevated Nicer Casual Outfit: black and white striped long sleeve tee + cream open front cardigan + medium blue skinny jeans + tan suede booties + gold pendant necklace + cognac tote Take One Pass It On Elevated Nicer Casual Outfit: black and white striped long sleeve tee + cream open front cardigan + medium blue skinny jeans + gold pendant necklace + cognac tote

Outfit #3
For our next outfit, let’s take the jeans and pair them with a top that’s a little nicer to create a casual outfit that’s a slight step up from the previous one.

I’ve shown this striped tee plenty of times before, but in case you’ve missed it, this is suuuuuuper comfortable! It’s VERY soft and VERY stretchy! It’s fitted rather than loose and drapey, so you can neatly tuck it all the way into pants and skirts. Check it out HERE! I wear size M.

For an easy, classic casual outfit, pair this top with jeans and a relaxed, long cardigan and booties, like I’m showing here. Easy peasy!

Shop the Outfit:
Top: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size M)
Cardigan: Nordstrom (similar)
Jeans: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size 4; similar)
Shoes: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size 9; similar)
Bag: Nordstrom (exact; similar)

 

Take One Pass It On Elevated Nicer Casual Teacher Outfit: black and white striped long sleeve tshirt + black blazer + black ankle pants + maroon suede heels + gold metallic earrings + gold long pendant necklace + grey tote bagTake One Pass It On Elevated Nicer Casual Teacher Outfit: black and white striped long sleeve tshirt + black blazer + black ankle pants + maroon suede heels + gold long pendant necklaceTake One Pass It On Elevated Nicer Casual Teacher Outfit: black and white striped long sleeve tshirt + black blazer side view + black ankle pants + maroon pumps + gold long pendant necklace + grey tote bag

Outfit #4
Since this tee is fitted instead of loose, it creates really tailored looks for work while allowing you to be suuuuper comfortable! Throw on a blazer for a sharp elevated business casual outfit, or keep it professional but a little more relaxed with a long cardigan.

You can pair this top with lots of different types of work pants and skirts. If you’re looking for some REALLY GOOD pants for work, try the Vince Camuto Slim Leg Tech Ponte Ankle Pants! They are super SOFT and STRETCHY, and they’re thick! They look polished and professional while being CRAZY COMFY. And, they’re ON SALE! Tons and tons and tons of fellow PMT readers love these pants, so they are tried and true! These are seriously so dang comfortable that you would stay in these all day, even after work! Find them HERE. I wear size 4 as these run fairly large.

If you want to wear close-toed shoes for work, I would recommend going for a bootcut pair or straight leg pair of pants like THESE or a wider leg pair like THESE, which are pricier but are both brands that are usually pretty comfy! (Check out my post How to Wear Pants for Work in the Winter and Cover Your Ankles for more help!)

Shop the Outfit:
Top: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size M)
Pants: Nordstrom (exact—wearing size 4; similar, similar)
Shoes: Nordstrom (exact in other colors—wearing size 8.5; similar)
Bag: (similar, similar)

Alright, that’s it for our “take one, pass it on” post! As always, it starts with versatile pieces that can be worn in different settings. Each of these pieces do just that, plus they are all REALLY comfortable! Hope you enjoyed it and got an idea of how to take some pieces and mix and match them in different ways!

 


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