Now that dressing for the office is a thing again, our creative juices are so zapped come the weekend that pulling an outfit together is a real struggle. Weekend dressing often becomes a toss up between loungewear and old-reliable pieces you wear on repeat, the ones that you know will give you that instant feel-good gratification. It can be nice every so often to spice things up a little. We’re not talking major changes here, rather slight tweaks to your downtime uniform. The below key pieces might just breathe new life into your weekend wardrobe …

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What: A lightweight merino knit is slouchy but polished – in other words, you’ll look effortlessly undone.  

Look for: An oversized knit that works nicely with spring layers. 

Raglan sleeve striped jumper, €79 at COS.

What: Consider a jaunty sock, even better if it complements your knitwear. 

Look for: Colourful socks! 

Avocado Grandpa socks, Le Bon Shoppe, €21 at Scout. 

What: A V-neck cardigan flatters all body types (it’s great for bigger boobs) and is a nice flash of skin for spring.

Look for: A well-made cardigan in cotton, lambswool or (if your budget stretches) good quality cashmere.

Textured V-neck cardigan, €42 at M&S. 

What: A pair of pleat-front trousers is the ultimate borrowed-from-the-boys look.

Look for: Masculine-inspired trousers that pool at your ankle. Stick to shades of beige, ecru, ivory and off-white – or, for a pop of spring, a rose hue. 

Gelso pleated trousers, €199; www.thefrankieshop.com.

What: A good belt – it’ll transform your look for the new season.

Look for: A vintage-look belt in good quality leather with gold or silver hardware.

Alina black leather woven belt, €95 at LK Bennett.