Whether you’re clearing out your entire wardrobe or just filling in the gaps, putting together some comfy stay-home outfits need not take a lot thought and time. By making sure the essential pieces are there, personal flair can then be built later. Style experts at Max Fashion have compiled an essentials style list for both men and women so that staying home until further notice can be done with flair.

FOR WOMEN

THE DRESS: A floral printed maxi dress or midi shift dresses in solid colours are a great option, starting at just AED55 at Max Fashion. If you are looking for easily combinable pieces, a lightweight, shirt-like mini dress can be worn all day. For a classic look, opt for a polka-dot printed A-line dress priced at just AED75.

THE T-SHIRT: A tee is a must-have for every wardrobe, for almost every look. You’ll wear it all the time—with jeans, under sweaters, with skirts, you name it! Nothing says laid-back style like a simple tee. Check out a brand-new range of printed and typographic t-shirts starting at just AED20.

THE TROUSER: While staying indoors, you may want to wear something light where your skin can breathe and feel cool. So, get a pair of harem pants for AED35 or palazzos starting at AED49. They’re just as comfortable as sweats but look much more put-together. Look for flattering high-waist, wide-leg styles in order to create different outfit ideas.

THE SHOES: Versatile and comfortable, sandals are a staple piece in any wardrobe. Go for textured tie-ups, woven slip-ons or wedge sandals starting at AED39 on the Max Fashion online store. The casual shoes can be dressed up or down and can look great with dresses, trousers, shorts and skirts.

THE ACCESSORY: Studs go with everything and take any look up a notch. The small size makes them laid-back enough to wear all day, but the crystals make them elegant enough to rock during that video call for work. Shop for a set of six studded earrings for AED25.

 FOR MEN

A BASIC T-SHIRT: Whether you are out in the garden or lounging around indoors, comfort matters most. Take a basic t-shirt from standard to outfit ‘goals’ with a graphic print t-shirt starting at AED22 or a textured polo t-shirt starting at AED27 at Max Fashion.

A DENIM SHIRT: a denim shirt is going to last just as long and work with just as many pieces in the closet as a go-to white tee, only the older it gets the cooler it will look. Check out a denim shirt with buttoned flap pockets for just AED49 for that suave and effortless ‘I woke up like this’ look.

A SMART SHIRT: a collared shirt in print or strong solid colour will liven up any pair of pants in the closet and is perfect for those conference calls. Prints are as easy to wear as the colour white as they add depth and dimension to an outfit. Max Fashion’s smart shirts start at a bargain AED45.

THE GO-TO TROUSER: a plain black trouser doesn’t only go with some of the collared shirts in the closet—it goes with all of them. Take the work-from-home routine up a notch with Max Fashion’s solid formal trousers starting at AED45 or chinos starting at AED49.

AN AROUND-THE-CLOCK TROUSER: In 2020, your trousers don’t have to fit like the shapeless sacks most people get too comfortable wearing; they should fit like your favourite pair of jeans. Have a look at Max Fashion’s jog pants starting at AED49 available in a range of colours.

HARDWORKING JEANS: the most reliable of all pants. A quality pair of jeans serves as a neutral palette that you can take in many different directions. Great jeans are low maintenance and one of the most important utility garments of clothing any guy can own and at Max Fashion they start at only AED49.

SOCKS THAT GET YOU NOTICED: there’s no reason not to make ankles a highlight of any outfit, whether inside the home or outdoors. The best way to do that is with a pair of striped cotton socks – a set of five starts at just AED25 at Max Fashion.

GOES-WITH-EVERYTHING SANDALS: a wallet-friendly sandal, starting at just AED29 at Max Fashion is the epitome of casual style and a snapping up a new pair seems only appropriate with summer fast approaching.