Ditsy dresses

I have always loved a ditzy pattern frock especially Laura Ashley ones. Personally I avoid the ones with a grill on the bottom as to me they resemble curtains and are not a 'classic' look.

Have a look at Joe Browns on line and New look they have long flowing dresses without the Step ford frill. Pretty ditzy dresses are perfect for the summer I am 64 and feel good in a lovely dress.
I have quite a selection from various shops. I have mentioned on another thread that I have about four different coloured style polka dot dresses. I wear mine with small cardigans to cover the top of the arms. It does not matter what size you are a ditzy dress looks feminine.

The mood of ditsy prints is innocent and casual, and these can apply to any age.

If the silhouette is right for you then the style of the print is a minor matter of what mood you happen to be in. It is the all over silhouette that matters much more than the details.

Just go for it. I've been wearing jeans/trousers for 18 months but no more. Two weeks ago out went the 'cant be bothered' look and in came a short sleeve summer dress and two summer pinafores all midi length. Cheered me up no end and made me want to do a bit more with my appearance. I'm 60+ slightly taller than you, a dress size less but with plenty of wobbly bits. Providing the dresses are a loose fit they hide much more than a pair tight trousers or clingy top. Buy one you wont regret it.

I love the summer! One reason is that I can wear dresses! There are so many different types to choose from which seem to suit all sizes and age groups. There are plenty of plain ones if you’re nervous of prints. It’s a stylish and comfortable way to dress. Suitable for every day as you can wear a jacket when it’s cooler. Don’t worry if you choose something too long as it’s easy to get a dress altered so that it’s perfect for you. Choose colours which flatter. You can’t go wrong. Good luck!

I agree, you should wear whatever you feel comfortable in. I was worried about getting this style of dress as l have gained weight. Just got two from TU, really reasonably priced. One in a lilac/ navy print and one in dark yellow/ white print.
I am size 18 and 5ft 9 but they go up to size 24.
They are both really comfortable to wear and you don't need a cardigan.

Thank you for all of your positive comments.

I have ordered a few dresses online so I shall try them on and see how I feel about them.

I have been living in t shirts and legging for the last 12+ months so it will be nice to dress up a bit.

Thanks again.

This thread made me take a look through my wardrobe.
Found lingering was the dress I bought for DDs wedding. I purposely bought something I would wear again, not.
I tried it on yesterday it fits perfectly and even DD said it looks nice!!!!
I am going after Church on Sunday with DGS to a garden party and it shall be worn.
Probably with a rain jacket and wellies.
Thanks folks x.

I find that the most flattering dresses are the ones that you feel comfortable, happy and confident in. If you feel good, you look good.

Pink if you don’t wear whatever you like and hang the doubters at past 60, when will you?

Life is for the living, not the being looked at

ElderlyPerson
M&S had some rather more jazzy shirts for men a couple of years ago - I bought some for DH before we went away.
I didn't choose anything too outrageous as I didnt think he'd wear them but he did wear the ones I bought.

Now, I ordered a dress from Land's End and it has horizontal stripes- is that a step too far as I'm no longer a size 12?

Go for it, PinkCosmos

Dresses are much cooler and we're in for some hot weather. That one is very pretty.

I too love dresses. There are styles for any occasion from casual to smart. I have never understood the obsession with jeans though, and am mystified as to why 90% of women seem to wear them 90% of the time.
They are not warm enough in the winter, too hot in the summer and they must feel horrid when they get wet.

Anyway back to dresses. I love Boden after seeing a feature in a paper last year featuring their Amelie range. I sent off for one, loved it so ordered another in a different colour.