It’s a fact that the pandemic did change the world and alter our way of life; but perhaps the most interesting aspect is how everyone’s approach to fashion and style also changed while in quarantine. I don’t remember the exact moment during the lockdown life, when I started trading my Zoom call appropriate outfits for something more ‘unconventional’ (Re:lounge sets and comfortable pajama sets). To me, it seemed more attuned with the current scenario. Did it hold true for everyone though? Well, I asked 5 NF staffers to share an insight about their go-to lockdown looks and all the pieces that have brought them joy!
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Neeta Karnik
Associate Manager – Marketing & Communications
While I love basics, I do like to make a splash in them to keep my mood up, even if it is just for my mirror and me. My go to look would be a t-shirt dress with a hair updo. If there is a zoom meeting, I just add a blazer on top of it and I am done. And while gyms are shut, I am making the most of the athleisure trend by wearing my comfy gym wear at home. Keeps me pumped up for work!
Lakshmi Nayar
Assistant Manager – Content
This month I consciously decided to put my pyjamas away and pulled out all my work clothes including my cotton pants, linen shirts and a couple of semi formal summer dresses —even if it means just sitting at home and working on my coffee table. And guess what? It was an instant mood lifter. I actually feel more productive and motivated to work without having to feel groggy or tired.
Shivani Chhabra
Assistant Manager – Content
My lockdown routine has mostly been about slipping from one pair of jammies into another—the demarcation between daywear and nightwear has been blurred. I might have lived the past year and a half in cute boxers, snuggle-worthy night suits, but there’s one thing I haven’t given up on—my smart watch. Obsessed as I am, I like to keep track of physical activity and stress levels, so the watch is a constant in all my lockdown looks!
Sara Shah
Senior Executive – Content
Keeping 2020 and well, most of 2021 in mind now, I’d say that style has pretty much left the building. In fact, I made sure to personally escort it out of the building. However, when I’m not just lying about with my laptop nearby, I do make sure to get some exercise in, and that’s when I prefer to change into some cozy athleisure pieces. Nothing beats the comfort of joggers or a snug pair of leggings, TBH.
Aarohi Roy
Senior Executive – Content
Summer crept up this year, gloomier, hotter and more terrifying than 2020. If I look back, I was just starting to get attached to the idea of a lockdown in my pajamas last year around this time. But this year, I’ve decided to stay dressy and prepped even in this damning heat; think cute summer dresses, pastel athleisure, and lots and lots of strappy tops; whether for video chats, evening coffee or finally stepping out to get vaccinated!
