17 Gorgeous Kaftans To Look Fabulous In While You #WFH
Give your sweatpants a break, and opt for these instead
We see you in your sweatpants while working from home and raise you 12 contemporary cool kaftans that are not only incredibly comfortable, but fabulous and perfect for receiving video calls in as well. From striped linen pieces from Tory Burch to make you feel like you're in Marrakech to a whisper-soft maxi kaftan from Saint Laurent, here are our top picks.
This linen kaftan from Tory Burch is not only great for lounging at home, but also perfect for receiving video calls from friends or colleagues in. Made with temperature regulating and moisture-wicking linen teamed with a slightly oversized fit, wide v-neckline and large sleeves, this kaftan will keep you cool throughout the day.
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Though not technically a kaftan, this midi dress from Louisa Parris featuring colourful graphics on luscious black silk is totally something we would wear for our Zoom calls. The deep V-neckline will also help to visually elongating your décolletage, while keeping things modest and work appropriate.
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Reminiscent of a nightgown—in the best way possible—this 'Karachi' kaftan from Pour Les Femmes in pink is the perfect way to dress comfortably while embracing your femininity. The side splits on the dress also means greater mobility and ventilation to keep you cool and comfortable.
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Think: picturesque harbour, decorated with pastel hues houses that overlook crystal blue waters—in other words, Portofino, Italy. This is what Melissa Odabash had as the backdrop to her Resort 2020 collection, encompassing this glorious tonal-blue embroidered kaftan, lined with mini pompoms around the hem. It also has straps at the waist for cinching, if you please.
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The 'Livietta' kaftan is a navy and cream cotton-blend from Three Graces London that makes us dream of a carefree summer vacation—someplace warm, sunny and filled with delicious food. It also doubles up as a cozy yet presentable WFH outfit.
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There's something about this ultra luxurious and billowing croc-effect kaftan from Marie France Van Damme that just makes you want to lounge at home, nursing a delicious cup of joe. This 100 percent silk number is also incredibly soft and feels comforting on the skin (which, in our books, is always a win). Simple gold or bronze-toned jewellery will help spruce up the look for when you need be on video calls.
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Though originally meant for slipping over your swimwear while on vacation, this belted kaftan from Odyssee works just as well as loungewear. It cinches in at the waist with a tie-fastening belt to you give an hourglass figure and feature splits on both sides for effortless movement.
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Featuring vibrant Moroccan print, Veronica Etro's rendition of a chic jet-setter wardrobe is giving us summer in Ibiza vibes. Made from lightweight ultra chic silk crepe in a relaxed silhouette, it's the ideal WFH outfit that'll keep you feeling comfortable and looking camera-ready.
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Featuring Missoni's trademark metallic zigzags, this shorter-length kaftan truly is your WFH best friend. Its got sparkle (perfect for video calls), wide bracelet sleeves for improved circulation and lace-up ties for adjusting the neckline. Bonus? Throw on a pair of sandals and a tote bag and you're ready for your grocery run.
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There's always something quite effortless yet ultra chic about wearing a head-to-toe white outfit, or in this case, a white quilted linen-blend maxi kaftan from Saint Laurent. Up the ante with colourful accessories or keep things muted and sophisticated with gold-toned jewellery. Either way, you'll exude the epitome of WFH style.
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Here's another striped offering, this time from minimalist German fashion designer Jil Sander. Made in Italy with lightweight cotton poplin in a relaxed silhouette that's cinched at the waist, this kaftan will keep you feeling cool and comfortable all-day long.
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If you're all about florals, here's one from Dries Van Noten. The painterly motifs are reason enough to purchase this, but we also love it for being made out of comfy cotton in an oversized fit that just drapes beautifully over the body.
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Known for combining menswear tailoring and Elizabethan dress sensibilities in his collections, Thierry Colson reimagines the kaftan in this billowing powder-pink number. Complete with feminine appliqué details rendering the dress with a quilted-like effect, this kaftan is sure to uplift its wearer's mood.
Gucci's poncho-inspired kaftan in linen and silk has the perfect fit—not too loose and not too tight. Also, it's asymmetric hem provides a slimming and elongating effect. You really don't need to do much with this dress, just throw on a red lip and you're done.
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A vision of luxury, this D'Ascoli black and indigo-hued front-slit dress is crafted from silk and features a keyhole neckline and billowing sleeves. Whether you're laying sprawled across your chaise lounge binge-watching shows on Netflix or participating in countless video conferences, it's the ultimate WFH outfit.
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Handmade in Mexico using natural cotton-dyeing methods, Pippa Holt's nautical-styled kaftan is such a fun number to wear at home. The red threads not only serve a functional purpose, but is also used as embellishment for the dress.
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With its relaxed silhouette, there's something inherently sophisticated about this pinstriped ankle-grazing Su Paris Luka kaftan dress. It's reminiscent of a shirt dress, only longer and comfier.
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