Celebrity stylist reveals his top budget picks for working, lounging and exercising at home

An Australian celebrity stylist has revealed his top budget picks for working, lounging and exercising at home while in COVID-19 isolation. 

Donny Galella believes it’s still important to ‘get ready for the day’ as you would normally as it will help you feel prepared to work at a high standard and maintain motivation. 

‘Fabrics with stretch are a great option. Comfortable fabrics like cotton, jersey and soft stretch denim are perfect,’ Mr Galella told FEMAIL.

‘But if you are on conference calls during the day, avoid fine checks or stripes as they can sometimes strobe on camera.’

Donny Galella believes it’s still important to get ‘ready for our days’ in isolation

WORK FROM HOME IN SPECTACULAR (YET COMFY) STYLE 

Mr Galella’s first suggestion is a $30 shirt dress from Big W that features an on-trend paisley print. 

‘A shirt dress is a casual yet professional looking option. Something you can wear during isolation but will also be extremely versatile to wear post-coronavirus,’ he said.

Alternatively, a comfy blouse or shirt with stretchy jeans is always a winning combination. 

Alternatively, a comfy blouse or shirt with stretchy jeans is always a winning combination

Mr Galella’s recommends this $30 shirt dress from Big W that features a paisley print

‘This $20 blouse is animal print (and since Netflix’s hit Tiger King animal prints have had a bigger spike again) and the jeans are $30 bringing the total of this outfit to $50,’ Mr Galella said.   

A soft fabric jumpsuit or boiler suit is a great option to work from home in, he explained, sharing a $39 black option with tortoiseshell button detail.

The buttons give it a luxe feeling without having to pay a hefty price tag.

‘Lots of colour psychology studies suggest certain colours can positively impact your mood and impact your emotions,’ Mr Galella said.

‘So during these uncertain and gloomy days, embrace colours that help lift your spirits. Mustard is a warm colour tone and is trending right now, as are ruffles so this pick from Forecast for $49 is a great option.’ 

A soft fabric jumpsuit or boiler suit is a great option to work from home in, he explained, sharing a $39 black option with tortoiseshell button detail (left)

WHO SAID YOU CAN’T LOUNGE AND LOOK GREAT? 

There have been plenty of celebrities, including Gigi Hadid, the Kardashian’s and Tammy Hembrow, spotted in velour tracksuits of late and you don’t have to miss out on the fun.  

‘They are super soft and comfy, perfect for couch time,’ Mr Galella said.

This wine coloured velour tracksuit from Big W works as a two piece set with the hoodie and trousers setting you back $40 in total. 

This wine coloured velour tracksuit from Big W works as a two piece set with the hoodie and trousers setting you back $40 in total (left) 

If you’re looking for a slightly more luxury set, ASOS is offering a two-piece satin bomber jacket for $60 and matching track pants for $48 on its website

If you’re looking for a slightly more luxurious set, ASOS is offering a two-piece satin bomber jacket for $60 and matching track pants for $48 on its website.  

‘Wear them when lounging around the house, or popping up to get groceries. In post coronavirus times, you could add some heels and wear this out at night,’ he said. 

Alternatively just stay in your pyjamas with this super soft $25 animal print pair from Big W.  

UPDATE YOUR WORKOUT WARDROBE ON A BUDGET

Some of the big name activewear brands will charge $100 or more for a two-piece set but you don’t have to outlay that much cash.

‘This on-trend animal print legging and matching crop top are a fun colourway and only cost $15 for the leggings and $15 for the crop,’ Mr Galella said.   

Activewear with bright pops of neon and bold colours are hugely popular with brands like P.E Nation leading the way, but you can get the look for less with $20 Kmart leggings. 

Match them with a $12 fluro pink crop for the full ensemble.  

Activewear with bright pops of neon and bold colours are hugely popular with brands like P.E Nation leading the way, but you can get the look for less with $20 Kmart leggings (left)

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