With midterms behind us and finals ahead of us, the semester is kicking into high gear. You know what that means: more tests, more projects…and it all starts to take a toll on your health.

Sometimes, no matter how early you go to bed or how much tea you drink, there will be days when you don’t feel your best. Maybe you feel bloated, tired, or are recovering from horrible allergies, and can’t summon the energy to shimmy into skinny jeans or a crop top.

Of course, sweatpants are always an option on these lazy days. There’s no shame in dressing to be comfortable when you need to. But if you’re like me, and dressing up for class is part of your confidence-boosting routine, you’ve got to get creative.

Here are some cute outfit ideas for those “I’m just not really feeling it” days. 

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Outfit #1: T-Shirt Dress

Products: Dress – Asos, Sandals – Lucca Lane, Lip Stain – Smashbox, Earrings – Gilt, Sunglasses – Express, Denim Jacket – Nordstrom Rack, Eyeliner – Revolve, Bag – ShopBop

Dresses are a lazy way to look like you’ve dressed up, but so many are body-hugging. This can be a major confidence-booster on your best days, but is downright uncomfortable on your worst. An embroidered T-shirt dress is a trendy alternative to a more form-fitting style. Throw on a denim jacket and slip on a pair of slides on your way to your 8 a.m. (For other ideas see our 8AM class outfit ideas!)

If you want to go the extra mile, add a stylish pair of sunglasses and gold earrings. Because this outfit has more neutral tones, add a pop of color with a red-hot lip stain. Finish off with a swipe of eyeliner and a cute cross-body purse.

Outfit #2: Flowy Blouse

Products: Red Blouse – Vince Camuto, Liquid Lipstick – Net-A-Porter, Mascara – Lash Food, Sandals – Saks Fifth Avenue, Sunglasses – Diane Von Furstenberg, Earrings – The Outnet, Backpack – Jessica Simpson, Shorts – Asos