2011 Dec 25 Get the Look: Pajama-Inspired
Hit the streets looking like you just rolled out of bed. Sound too good to be true? This season it’s not. Loose blouses, wide-leg patterned pants and velvet anything will keep you on-trend and comfy.
Velvet Tux Jacket Nothing connotes boudoir quite like velvet.
Silk Blouse To conjure up the insouciance of pajamas, wear this classic piece on the baggy side.
Patterned Silk Pants Comfortable yet daring. Pair with neutral accents to help ease the transition to daywear.
Lace Clasp Purse Its petite shape and lingerie-like texture feel at-home intimate.
Embroidered Pillow Snag a piece that's on-trend from this new and much-hyped collection.
Scented Candle Set the mood for dressing right with this cozy flame.
Charmeuse Maxi Dress Now slinky slips can work outside the bedroom, too.
Leopard Loafers A mash-up of this season's two biggest footwear trends: slippers and loafers
Click here to see the December issue of the Beijinger in full.
Photos courtesy Zara, Lane Crawford. ASOS.com, H&M, The Monocle Shop and Style.com
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