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I need new dresses !!

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littlenananj Tue 10-Sept-24 17:28:24

Hi, I'm looking to update my winter wardrobe but I don't know where to start! In the winter months I usually opt for dresses, tights and boots but my old faithfuls have seen better days sad I'm 64 and I feel like the high street only caters to young ladies or ladies in later life, I want to feel great in what I wear. If anyone could share any recommendations for where to buy comfortable and casual but stylish dresses, it would be much appreciated

Athrawes Wed 11-Sept-24 12:09:27

This is a very useful forum. I've been stuck on what to wear apart from jeans. Thanks for the ideas.

Dynawritecat Wed 11-Sept-24 12:20:43

Sahara. Poetry. Wrap. All three are online. A bit pricey but the quality is excellent.

DianaLouise Wed 11-Sept-24 12:56:10

great to read this. I have spent the whole summer looking for dresses that do not skim the floor. Even M&S petite sizes do.

Cambia Wed 11-Sept-24 13:25:22

Have a look on Vinted. Lots of lovely clothes, some new with labels and you are helping the planet too!

Omaoma57 Wed 11-Sept-24 13:29:43

3 small boutiques you may like to look at…I am 67 and wear a few of these….
Chichappens
Mistral
Unfolded
Enjoy your new purchases
I do not work for any of these ….

rowyn Wed 11-Sept-24 13:34:09

Have a look at White Stuff ( online and shops as well). Don't ask me why it's called White stuff - there's very little clothing that is white, but colourful clothing in all sizes and stylish clothing for most ages, I think . Not that I'm anywhere near stylish!

Bugbabe2019 Wed 11-Sept-24 13:38:13

White Stuff, fat face and M&S
I’m 54 - lovely dresses in all these shops

Ziplok Wed 11-Sept-24 13:55:32

Weird fish do some nice, casual dresses (not dis-similar to Seasalt in style).

Philippa111 Wed 11-Sept-24 13:58:51

Seasalt have an outlet shop on eBay. Many things at least 50%off. Also get thermal leggings and long sleeved thermal tops from M&S.’ Heatgen . They look like ordinary garments. Not like most thermal underwear. You can still look smart without all the layers!

midgey Wed 11-Sept-24 14:04:58

Another vote for Vinted, some amazing bargains to be had.

littlenananj Wed 11-Sept-24 14:31:09

Omaoma57

3 small boutiques you may like to look at…I am 67 and wear a few of these….
Chichappens
Mistral
Unfolded
Enjoy your new purchases
I do not work for any of these ….

all are new to me! thank you for the suggestions! smile

littlenananj Wed 11-Sept-24 14:33:39

Cambia

Have a look on Vinted. Lots of lovely clothes, some new with labels and you are helping the planet too!

I've heard a lot about vinted, does it put you off that it could be a wrong fit and that you couldn't send it back? I think I might be a bit nervous about ordering! new to shopping secondhand online

Annma Wed 11-Sept-24 14:40:44

I like Sea Salt, Monsoon,Per Una,also Roman Originals on line are excellent and have great sales.My daughter swears by Vinted and has got some brand new clothes for a song.

Davida1968 Wed 11-Sept-24 16:51:18

Have a look in your local charity shops. (Or try those in a "posh area" if you think your ares is too downmarket!) I'm not really a wearer of dresses, but I have a relative who is - and who has purchased beautiful dresses made by excellent companies. All in good condition and from charity shops.

Spencer2009 Wed 11-Sept-24 17:59:31

The White Stuff has some lovely dresses.

sunglow12 Wed 11-Sept-24 18:11:00

I like White Stuff and Bon Marché ( my town now got an extended shop within a local garden Centre ) and this year got 2 lovely Unfolded items ( an ethical non-waste company ). Ok for me as a lumpy in the middle old person anyway .

keepingquiet Wed 11-Sept-24 18:28:19

I can't wear dresses because of my shape, they look dreadful on me.

Good luck with your search.

I still try charity shops but my go to shop is White Stuff. I never fail to find something in there, even if it isn't a dress.
Yes, pricey but I offset by charity shop buying as well!

GrammaH Wed 11-Sept-24 18:44:39

I'm a big fan of dresses for the winter. I like jersey ones that are colourful and easy to wear and I have quite a few by the Australian company Orientique. They're available online from a variety of companies & boutiques - I'm lucky to have several stockists within easy travelling distance. I also saw a Seasalt dress advertised recently which I loved . Our local store had it and I bought it, it's gorgeous & called Helena.

Patsy70 Wed 11-Sept-24 21:10:44

JamesandJon33

Bought a lovely loose dress from Gudrun Sjoden a few weeks ago. Ideal with a long sleeved T-shirt for winter. Two of her models are quite old and look fab in her dresses

Just looked at their website and love the style, but not sure that the dresses would be warm enough for me during the Winter.

paddyann54 Wed 11-Sept-24 22:34:03

I,ve been looking for simple tunic dresses but haven’t,t found anything.I.m a bit bored of the midaxi with a lot of material in the skirts.If anyone can point me towards block coloured knee length or slightly shorter please help..

V3ra Thu 12-Sept-24 00:19:06

MOLERANI Jumper Dress for Women Long Sleeve Dress Ladies Button Casual Tunic Dress with Pockets amzn.eu/d/1SNnmNO

paddyann54 is this the sort of style you mean?

Sara1954 Thu 12-Sept-24 06:05:41

My go to place for dresses is Sahara, but always go down a size.
I like Toast, and East do some lovely dresses, very easy to wear, but a bit more evening.

vegansrock Thu 12-Sept-24 07:39:55

thisisunfolded.com/collections/sustainable-dresses
If you are interested in a more sustainable ethical company you might like to have a look at Unfolded.
Reasonable prices.

littlenananj Thu 12-Sept-24 09:01:21

Davida1968

Have a look in your local charity shops. (Or try those in a "posh area" if you think your ares is too downmarket!) I'm not really a wearer of dresses, but I have a relative who is - and who has purchased beautiful dresses made by excellent companies. All in good condition and from charity shops.

I hadn't thought of looking in different areas! Do you look for specific brands in charity shops too or just what you like?

littlenananj Thu 12-Sept-24 09:04:43

sunglow12

I like White Stuff and Bon Marché ( my town now got an extended shop within a local garden Centre ) and this year got 2 lovely Unfolded items ( an ethical non-waste company ). Ok for me as a lumpy in the middle old person anyway .

I really like the look of unfolded, what kind of dresses do you have? whats the sizing like?