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AIBU to say that I've completely lost my clothes tribe and no longer know where to shop

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TiredDonut · 25/02/2024 22:15

In my 20s I loved River Island fand then as I approached my 30s I went for Per Una. I then loved Crew Clothing which went all flowery and naff. Debenhams was then my go to, I liked Mantaray and Apricot. In my 40s I had a long love affair with Fatface and Joe Browns but they've both gone flowery.

Late 40s now and I fancy a wardrobe refresh but have no clue where to go. Phase Eight is great for posh dresses (which I have) but I want nice, quality, smart everyday clothes and I'm lost.

Next and M&S are uninspiring, I sometimes like White Stuff but it's quite pricey for not great quality.

I live in quite a rural location, so choices are limited!

HELP!!!!

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ConstantastheNorthernStar · 27/02/2024 08:40

@Allshallbewell2021 I think they tend to have a good range of sizes but returns are limited and difficult, so you either need to stick to brands you know or take a risk. But often they have items which are still in the shops, so you can try them on in person then pick them up cheap.

1983Louise · 27/02/2024 10:24

Allshallbewell2021 · 26/02/2024 16:07

May I just ask is Vinted best for the slimmer shopper? I find it hard to find my size as my bust isa bit Hattie Jacques adjacent 😵‍💫 so I tend to have to try on endless different sizes before I find a good fit.

You can filter on Vinted, add your size, particular brand, in my case I put in Next linen dress size 14, loads came up. Happy shopping

JonVoightBaddyWhoGrowls · 27/02/2024 15:58

TiredDonut · 27/02/2024 07:33

Thank you for all the ideas!

I went on an attempted shopping spree yesterday and went in every clothes shop, including ones I don't usually go in and found myself swimming through a bland sea of beige 😂

I found a lovely Phase Eight top in John Lewis but £139 was a bit steep!!

What is it with all the 1980's style bland sweatshirts? 🤷🏻‍♀️

I ended up with one thing, a fabulous jumpsuit from Oliver Bonas.

Will check out some of your other suggestions online though, thanks again everyone!

I'm pretty sure I saw a style guide somewhere - tiktok maybe?- recently that said that this year's IT colour IS beige.... (and off white and cream...)

notacooldad · 27/02/2024 16:54

I've had a few items from The Fold and they are lovely.
I'm usually more of a wide leg jeans, sneakers and t shirt style but o can groom up when I need to!
This dress is brilliant. I love wearing it.

AIBU to say that I've completely lost my clothes tribe and no longer know where to shop
justasking111 · 27/02/2024 17:06

JonVoightBaddyWhoGrowls · 27/02/2024 15:58

I'm pretty sure I saw a style guide somewhere - tiktok maybe?- recently that said that this year's IT colour IS beige.... (and off white and cream...)

Sob 😭

notacooldad · 27/02/2024 17:15

I'm pretty sure I saw a style guide somewhere - tiktok maybe?- recently that said that this year's IT colour IS beige.... (and off white and cream...)
That's a no from me then!
I'll look like I am dead on those colours.

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