M&S

Why would you want to be naked , save for an aviator jacket?

I pucked up my M&S order this afternoon. The ochre and black patterned dress is lovely, has luxurious ties at the neck and small self-covered buttons right down the front. I'm 5-6.5 and it comes in one length. regular which falls to just below mid-calf on me...without shoes. Sleeves are a good length and cuffs each fasten with one self covered button.
A very good 5* buy.

The aviator jacket (I bought black version) is terrific.
Length is fingertip, extremely well made. Has a large chest piece which goes from L to R then the zipped RHS meets the corresponding teeth on the left, diagonally from R to L.
Great zipped jetted pockets which feel padded but aren't and are the right length for your arms.

Sides have wide adjuster belt n buckle above hem as does the neck (if you want the collar up)
The whole body of the jacket is lined with the cognac coloured fur which trims the cuffs, hem and all the collar.
It's warm enough to wear bare naked.
The coldest wind and iciest weather would have no effect on you if you were wearing this garment.
It's machine washable and at £69, it's a steal although you'd have a hard time getting it dirty.
I loooove it.
I'll wear it with everything especially 'the dress' and clumpy black walking boots which are everywhere now.
I got 20% off the dress and 5x points on the order which made it cheap as chips.

I should have said they were as new.

I was lucky with my DD the other day. She is 23 and takes size 2. She often buys children's versions of DMs (size 1 in those) and Converse shoes but this time l was in a charity shop and bought her a pair of New Look tan sandals with a fairly high heel. She loves them.

Good for you LittlemoO ! Actually orange is very much in fashion at the moment along with all of the other Autumnal colours so your trainers are probably bang on trend . Who cares anyway ? As long as you love them . My DD has size 3 feet and struggles to get many shoes without resorting to the children’s department . Her feet are quite wide too which makes it even harder . She normally manages in the Clarks kids section .

gillybob, I have just bought a pair of trainers, guess what colour ? Bright orange !! I have small feet, so bought childrens, people keep passing remarks as I walk the dog, goshopping etc, some are nice but" my friend said "did you have to buy that colour " ?
Also " can we see you in the dark" ?I like them

I see Vicky McClure is modelling for M&S Autumn collection and she'd look super cool even in a bin bag!

gillybob - I sympathise... I was within a whisker of splurging on a Chanel-style black & white jacket, oh so beautiful...but couldn't justify buying it now I'm retired

I will try the dress at home with my jacket and boots Auntiflo . Who knows it could be the start of a whole new Boho Gillybob

I agree BeeWitch things are much better in M&S of late. Last year and even earlier this year I could not have been tempted to buy anything but right now I could spend like a woman with no arms ..... My poor CC is feeling the strain.

Irresponsible ? Yes.

I was quite impressed with M&S when I went in this week - lovely colours and classic styles, the coats and jackets especially. Less glitter thread where it's unwarranted too....

Could I just ask this?
Many years ago, I bought a Tencel skirt. It was lovely, but when washed, the fabric went sort of hard! Then, when dried, it reverted to being soft again.
Now is this 'new' mentioned Tencel, the same fabric, or is it completely different?
By the way Gillybob, the dress looked lovely. Give it a try.

I’m getting the same advert over and over again for the most gorgeous leather biker jacket. It is as though it’s taunting me ! I wonder if Santa might be looking for ideas?

I do have a couple of over the body bags Gabriella but they are brown , Black and Tan . There is a gorgeous dark red one in M&S at the moment which is just perfect .....sigh

Ah! I keep getting pics of LOVELY shoes but when I've checked the reviews for the company, they're very very dodgy asian companies you shouldn't touch with a barge pole.

I have just noticed that the adverts surrounding my GN screen are all brand's mentioned in this thread, even though none of their names have appeared in any of my posts on this thread.

I did say “pleather” GabriellaG which is very good especially for those who may be vegan. I recently bought a quite expensive bag/backpack by Fiorella lighter than leather which is very good - but my old prejudices die hard.

Pp mentioned that tunic and trousers/leggings have had their day. Also inferred that they are a cover up for those overweight. Hmmmm...... That's pretty much my go to for around the house. Marks are great for good quality leggings.

Going out is a version of it. it might be a knee length (or nearly knee length) dress with leggings or with a pair of my Robell ankle grazers. Footwear is trainers or Reiker for super comfort.

I always try Marks first. I used to get fabulous cotton jumpers in their Indigo range which sadly is no longer available.

Not everyone who likes this style is necessarily overweight. I'm all for comfort with a bit of funky style of possible.

Some of the on line Laganstyle linen clothing is mouthwatering and I've ordered some for a holiday in October. They are probably to be considered in the tunic style though come in all lengths from above the knee to midi to ankle length.

Both the denim and the suede jackets would go beautifully with the dress and are right on trend but timeless on their own. Don't try for matchy matchy items. Clashing colours are fine.
A cross body bag would be good if you have one.
I personally hate carting around big totes which ultimately get filled with the kitchen sink and do your back in.
If you feel comfy and fab you'll be fine and your confidence will soar.
I bet your DH/OH will look twice and get a glint in his eyes at the 'new' you.
Surprise him and yourself.

I will definitely try it Gabriella and was thinking of wearing it with short boots ??? Or maybe trainers ? (If I can pluck up the courage) . I wondered if you could even put a belt around it for a change? I have a blue denim jacket and also a dark beige/ almost ochre fake suede biker jacket that might look okay with it ? Anyway I will see. I appreciate your ideas and input . Thank you

That was to gillybob

Oh no...please try it on. I'm size 16 top and 14 bottom so have to buy the 16 and not particularly tall at 5-6 1/2.
Don't be afraid of trying something outside your comfort zone and ask your family for their honest opinions if you feel the need for confirmation.
I think it will look good with boots, heels or trainers.
Many younger women are wearing lightweight midi dresses with clumpy walking boots.
I saw Helen Skelton (sports presenter with a horrible voice) on tv, wearing a calf length midi dress with clumpy black above ankle boots and a blue denim jacket.
Anything goes nowadays.

Be brave...

glammagran
I saw some fine clingy jumpers in M&S Guildfod this week. Granted, not the largest store but it has a lot of stock.
They offer a fine gauge, merino V neck fitted jumper in 3 colours for £45.

I have a Sparks card Gabriella and the only offers on mine are 10% off multi packs of knickers, ditto knitwear and sausage rolls . Nothing for dresses, coats or anything else worth having .

I think my dress will end up going back . The more I look at it the more I think it was made for someone much taller with a willowy size 8 figure.

If I don't like or it looks too cheap, it'll go back.

I haven’t been to an actual large town all through this summer. Most things Ive wanted I’ve ordered online.

Went to M&S today. It’s been years since I’ve been able to buy a bra style I like in my size in-store and even then are often sold out online. Bought nothing as I didn’t like any of the clothes there. I used to buy most of my clothes there in the 80’s and 90’s. It’s all so frumpy now. 10 years ago I bought 4 spring weight clingy jumpers in the same style which I love but they are showing their age now.

Went to Debenhams and saw some Skechers I liked. Couldn’t find anybody on the entire deserted shop floor except someone operating a till so I gave up.

Then I went to Boots to ask for a refund for some C******e face cream that smelt totally chemically, rancid and fishy. The shop assistant said. “That’s how they are supposed to smell”. I did get a refund ?

The high street is killing itself.

No MawB it arrives tomorrow.
I do know that it's not leather (at £69 that would be a miracle) and it's machine washable.
I think more harm is done to the environment during the manufacture of cotton and I expect that the jacket will last me until my expiry date.
Prob made in Bangladesh or other foreign climes but what isn't nowadays?
I recently noted on some medical plasters, that they were made in China.
There's no avoiding that place.