To realise I like old lady things

[AiryFairyMum]

I bought some Yardley perfume for my grandmother and haven't been able to give it to her due to lockdown. I really like it and am going to buy some for me.
Also, I've started looking at those pointy cross-your hearty bras and thinking they look comfy and I quite like the shape, without having to cope with underwires (which I hate).
I'm 37, not 73. Are there any other old lady things I might like please?

Youth Dew

Oh stop it, you lot! About four pp have mentioned this as an old lady thing ... and it's one of my favourites. I don't think it's an old lady thing at all ... I think it's terribly classic and sophisticated ... so please stop it!

Estée by Estée Lauder is another old lady perfume

Sugared almonds

I agree re Youth Dew, a timeless classic, so not OL.

Yum sugared almonds, love them.

Battenburg or anything with marzipan.
Bronnley lemon soaps (always have one in my knicker drawer)
Me and DH are working from home. Tea and a posh biscuit has become a new tradition on downing tools for the day.
Fox’s glacier fruits in the car glove compartment.
Roger & Gallet Jean Marine Farina soap.
Bunches of stocks.
Fluffy bed socks.
Knee strappings.

I've not read the full thread so not sure if this has already been suggested but fenjal shower mousse it reminds me of my grandma in a lovely way

I'm a big fan of so many of the things already mentioned and I have been for many a year now.

I'm the oldest 40 year old you'll ever meet and I've been saying that since i was 25!

I'm comfortable enough in myself to 'be alright with it' and not really bothered if people want to take the piss out of me.

I told my manager that I thought one of our colleagues doesn't like me...he looked at me a bit puzzled, bless him. But I said 'it doesn't matter, in the slightest, cos I'm alright with it'.
I know I won't be everyone's cup of tea, eh?

Look after yourselves, all! 👍

I was v upset when Bronnley changed the scent of their lemon soaps. Grrr.

I've found my people! I'm partial to an apron, a lap blanket...especially on a car journey or watching TV, i always wear a slip under a dress, sometimes I set my hair, I drink tea from a China cup( all,day) ..also m&s do cosy bed jackets...im 34...until next week.
GREAT THREAD 😊

Have they changed sirvix? Mine are a few years old now but still smell the same.

LOVE this thread....
I’d like to add houseplants to the list please! And a basket on my bicycle.
Already mentioned but I’d like to add support for thermal vests, monty don and comfy pants.

Ahh Fenjal and Youth Dew. They remind me of my great grandmother. Lovely.

Yes, the cross your heart bras were all over the TV in the 80s. I thought they were terribly sophisticated.

Best thread ever. Gives me a warm fuzzy glow.
Now ordering a cross your heart bra and some violet soap!

BestisWest yes, they used to be lemon, and then a few years ago, not sure how long as I had struggled to find any for ages, they changed to Lemon and Neroli. Lord knows why as they are a classic soap. The smell is similar but not quite the same. My favourite soap since childhood, I always got them for Christmas, so I am annoyed.
Equally annoyed at the changes to Pears soap. I actually bought some pre- reformulation bars on ebay at six quid a bar, that is how much of a Grannie I am..

Yes! Anything rose scented, drawer liners, aprons (still looking for one of the head in, arms in and tie altogether types my granny had!)
Teapots, crochet, day-bed (though I refer to it as my chaise-longue or window seat, blankets & cat obligatory)
Love MSW but especially youtuber PushingUpRoses take on episodes.

I was also a member of the WI (til I had to move) & cannot recommend them enough to everyone whatever your age.

Get some 'slacks' and a 'frock' to wear 😂😂.

Anais Anais is positively MODERN darlings. Not at all old lady.

Oh Doreen!

SirVix No! It’s a very distinctive smell isn’t it. DM always put one in my Christmas stocking so they make me think of her.

I've always liked puzzles, comfy pants & non-wired bras, so no change there.

Having learnt to crochet a few years ago, I've discovered the joy of shawls. They're actually practical, & so cosy of an evening. Great for throwing on & off, for the post-menopausal woman.

OTOH I just bought a beautiful little sports coupe.

Why has nobody mentioned home made fruit cake yet??!
And Ringtons tea - where the lovely delivery man comes to the front door with his wares in a wicker basket!! So old lady but I love it and the tea is divine!!

I'm 30.

I wear M&S full briefs
Don't own a single underwired bra anymore
I have an electric blanket
I do needlepoint and embroidery
Quite partial to a bag of mixed toffees or fruit jellies.

Fruit jellies....oooooooohh.....