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Original poster

To wear children's clothes even though I'm in my late 40s? (Pic)

111 replies

IonaNE · 03/02/2017 19:26

Both the jeans and the top are from Tesco, 13-14 years boys' (I haven't tried on any girls' stuff, I don't like fitted tops... or fitted anything, really). So much cheaper than adult clothes, and I think they look cool. Blush Oh, and I already have some 13-14Y knickers from ASDA, I think they were £2.50 a pack. They are baby pink Hmm but no one at work will see that. Grin Anyway, I haven't actually bought this outfit, but this weekend I might just explore the children's clothes section in a few supermarkets. AIBU?

To wear children's clothes even though I'm in my late 40s? (Pic)
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DoItTooJulia · 03/02/2017 19:28

Whatever floats your boat Smile

MistressMolecules · 03/02/2017 19:29

If they fit then I don't see the problem! Smile

JonHammAndCheese · 03/02/2017 19:30

I won't tell if you won't.

Sidge · 03/02/2017 19:30

Not at all! I'm very short petite at just 5 foot 1 so wear Next girls' leggings as they fit perfectly and are only about a fiver, half the price of the women's ones.

I also wear kids shoes and boots, much cheaper as no VAT!

Eevee77 · 03/02/2017 19:31

I really don't get why you're asking it yabu. Why would it be unreasonable? It's certainly not to my taste but that's not important. I like men's hoodies, I find the roomier so I buy them. Who cares?

tooclosetocall · 03/02/2017 19:31

If the shoe and clothes fit Smile. Shop away! Anyway you're buying what is suitable for you, so imo you can't BU.

FurryLittleTwerp · 03/02/2017 19:33

If they fit, why ever not?

It's not like you're in a romper suit or something Grin

Looks very nice BTW Smile

ShatnersBassoon · 03/02/2017 19:34

How could it be unreasonable if they fit and they're the style you like?

Some of my shoes are children's. I don't mention it or check it's OK with anyone because it isn't important.

Rainydayspending · 03/02/2017 19:35

You are allowed to shop the whole shop. The mens/ kids/ ladies definitions are not mandatory.

booellesmum · 03/02/2017 19:36

Really sensible. Much cheaper as no VAT.

MrsPMT · 03/02/2017 19:36

Think its fine unless you have similar aged DCs, and their friends turn up in the same outfit Grin that would be a little awkward.

Maudlinmaud · 03/02/2017 19:37

I've done it in the past myself. My friend bought the most beautiful coat from the next childrens range, I thought I'd get it too, but sadly it was sold out.

Somehowsomewhere · 03/02/2017 19:37

Wear what you want Smile

Araminta99 · 03/02/2017 19:38

Yes it's a good idea if you fit them as you do. I am fairly tall but with small feet, i can wear girls tops and shoes. I've bought a man's shirt before when I liked the material (soft flannel).

MrsExpo · 03/02/2017 19:38

Sounds good sense to me. I buy kids sports shirts from supermarkets in packs of three. Durable, wash easily and cheap as chips. I've also bought kids trainers in the past.

Armadillostoes · 03/02/2017 19:39

YANBU-Another shameless and happy wearer of children's clothes. I am also short and if I see something I like and which fits I buy it-whichever department it's in! Smile

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IonaNE · 03/02/2017 19:45

Thank you for all the positive comments! Smile

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Bythebeach · 03/02/2017 19:46

I love in Gap kids jeans-5 foot nothing here so not much choice really!!

Ilovecaindingle · 03/02/2017 19:47

As long as it's not an Elsa costume you are good to go!!

Original poster
IonaNE · 03/02/2017 19:47

unless you have similar aged DCs, and their friends turn up in the same outfit Grin
MrsPMT, lol, that would be slightly embarrassing I guess Grin. No children, so I'm ok on that front though.

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QueenMortificado · 03/02/2017 19:47

I'm really not sure why anyone would have told you YABU?!

Outfit isn't to my taste but if it fits you then go for your life!

Aren't the girls pants uncomfortable though?

Original poster
IonaNE · 03/02/2017 19:49

As long as it's not an Elsa costume you are good to go!! Grin Grin Grin

I'm 5'4" btw, so just at the very top of the height range for these (164 cm).

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Thurlow · 03/02/2017 19:50

I bought a nice cost from Asda kids a while ago - I'm also 5'1 so it fit a treat.

My first day of my 5yo being at school, one of her classmates was wearing the same coat...

BewtySkoolDropowt · 03/02/2017 19:50

It's not a great silhouette Tbh, you do look like my teenage son rather than a woman (things don't need to be fitted to have shape) , but if you are happy with it, go for it!

Oblomov17 · 03/02/2017 19:52

Would anyone know? If you hadn't told us? No big deal.