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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

Claretjan Fri 20-Sept-24 15:14:10

BlueSapphire

Sorry, not Live UK! *Live Unlimited*

Had a look on this website and ordered this dress. It was reduced and a petite so win win for me! Hadn't heard of them before so thanks for the recommendation Blue Sapphire.

Bangla Mon 23-Sept-24 07:14:26

www.lilyandmeclothing.com/elmore-organic-jersey-shirt-dress
I have not used this retailer before but it was suggested to me so have ordered and am awaiting this and
www.lilyandmeclothing.com/fable-organic-jersey-dress-0
I will wear with opaque tights and comfy boots
I like the colours and prints for Autumn and will add a cardigan for the coldest Winter months. Am in my 60's

Marydoll Mon 23-Sept-24 07:34:56

I have just ordered this White Suff dress. I have difficulty dressing and this one pulls on easily. I have several others in the same style. I will wear it with boots and opaque tights.

The bonus was, as a regular customer, I got 25%off new stock. There is 20%off today.
www.whitestuff.com/p/4504/madeline-jersey-midi-dress/NAVY_PR

RosiesMaw2 Mon 23-Sept-24 08:59:34

M0nica

The problem with shopping in charity shops, is that you have to be the sort of person who buys clothes at random as and when you see something they like.

If, like me, your clothes buying is very focussed, for example I am currently looking for a good quality winter coat, dark grey, mid calf, unbelted, in a size 12, then the chances you will find exactly what you want in charity shop, unless you are prepared to visit hundreds of them, are, regrettably, very low indeed.

This not to say that I do not look round charity shops and occasionally buy something. If I see something I like, I am unlikely to buy it unless I can see exactly when and where I will wear it and whether it will fill an existing gap in my wardrobe.

This is a good point, M0nica - and while there are people who can sniff out exactly what they need/suits them/fits them, sadly I am not one. I also find it very hard to “see” what I like in a crowded environment hence sales shopping is usually disastrous. Two of my DD’s are brilliant at finding designer items at the likes of TKMaxx, too but I have never had any luck.

SuperGranTT Wed 04-Dec-24 09:48:18

I personally love www.beachcafe.com/ and although they are 'beach dresses' they have some fab long sleeved dresses which are super comfy to throw on and around this time of year i find what I order from them is quite thick so perfect for winter xxx

Autumncolours Tue 14-Oct-25 10:30:09

It’s called White Stuff meaning ‘snow’ rowyn. The founders sold self-designed t shirts to fund their snow boarding lifestyle in the Alps.

clementine Thu 20-Nov-25 16:47:23

Bit late and you’re probably sorted but Next on line is fantastic as they carry loads of other stockists like Whitestuff , Seasalt, Fatface , Roman , Joules. You order through next and return to them too and it’s usually next day delivery and free if you do click and collect.

Sainsburys TU range also carry other brands like Sosander and Finery London and so do M&S and John Lewis, who price match. Whitestuff currently have a sale on but did t have my size. Was able to get the dress same price in JL.