Hysterics as Boyfriend's Outfit Choice Sets 'Vibe' for the Day

Long-term relationships introduce one to plenty of new challenges.

Arguments over who nabbed the last bag of chips or whose turn it is to fold and tidy away the washed and dried laundry become commonplace. But the more mundane parts of being joined at the hip are often balanced out with a new appreciation for each other's quirks, and an understanding of what they mean.

This is something that marketing professional and content creator Anna Hughes has realized and shared on her TikTok account (@annahugheslife), sparking plenty of laughter and discussion from people on the internet.

Hughes had shared a short video of her boyfriend walking around their shared kitchen, tending to household chores, and making a cup of tea all while wearing a snug beige-colored blanket over the top of his denim jeans.

According to the content creator, the blanket isn't just an effective way to keep warm. Hughes shared in the post that her boyfriend's decision to don the bedding staple in a toga-esque style means that he needs a nap.

"You know damn right that it's gonna be the most unproductive lazy day when your boyfriend brings out the blanket skirt," she said.

The post was captioned: "Blanket skirts just give off the vibe."

What Do the Comments Say?

In an age where hustle culture dominates and the grind never stops, the couple's deliberate choice to take a "lazy day" has not only captured the attention of thousands online, but also ignited a lighthearted conversation about the aesthetic in which Hughes' boyfriend had chosen to relax.

"Jeans underneath is criminal though," one user commented.

Man in blanket
A file image of a man in a blanket. A viral video captured a man's lazy day choice of outfit. Getty Images

"Makes me sad," Hughes replied, joining in on the fun beneath her post.

"Jeans are valid. Comfy enough to not feel lazy while you are chilling with the blanket skirt on," another user said.

A third user shared: "My man put on jean shorts before bed yesterday when we were about to get cosy. Men can relax in anything."

"Jeans for a lazy day is unreal," a different TikTok user wrote.

"Watching him lounge in jeans and a blanket actually gave my body a visceral reaction," another user joked.

One TikTok user said: "Get that man a dressing gown."

Since it was shared to TikTok on March 11, the post has been viewed more than 840,000 times.

Newsweek reached out to @annahugheslife for more information via email.

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