Hi, I've name changed as for an inexplicable reason I'm a bit embarrassed about how scruffy I feel in my cheap clothing.
I feel rather scruffy lately, probably as a result of WFH and putting on a bit of pandemic pudge. I'm trying to make a concerted effort to make myself look more put together, without changing my style too much. I want a style upgrade if that makes sense?
I'm 27, I wear things like tea dresses, a lot (too much) polka dots, DM boots, vans, converse etc jeans and leather jackets. My problem is, I seem to see a lot of people in a similar style that just look... Better? Does that make sense. I have shoulder length wavy hair that looks intentional so that's my only saving grace for making me look put together.
I've recently invested in a top quality leather jacket and charity shopped my faux leather one, and picked up a fab understated black aspinall bag in TK Maxx to replace my peeling new look one. Have swapped out my saggy Dorothy perkins jeans for a pair of levis that seem to give me a much better bum and look 10 times better. From the jeans especially I've seen the difference that can be made to a casual outfit by a better quality item.
I'm just wondering really what else I can spend on that will last? After years of scrimping and saving I finally have the disposable income not to fall into the trap of picking something up in Primark etc that will do, as opposed to something that will last!
Should also add, I know people always suggest a nice pair of earrings in threads like these but I can't wear any. Only jewellery I wear is my engagement and wedding ring (both platinum)
So, wise hive mind, can you help me decide what's worth it and what's not? What should my next investment be?
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Scruffymac · 01/08/2020 22:13
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