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Are these ok for a nearly 50yr old nana for a birthday party

133 replies

theressomanytinafeysicouldbe · 10/04/2025 13:07

Just that really, they are a bit out of my comfort zone, im normally skinny jeans and a baggy top, no fashion at all, im 5ft 3 and a size 12. We will be going out for a drink afterwards on the afternoon,,,,,minus the children 😂

https://www.matalan.co.uk/clothing/pink-utility-cropped-jacket/15596008.html?autocomplete=productsuggestion&search=pinkn%20jacket

https://www.matalan.co.uk/clothing/pink-ruffle-vest-top/15638982.html

https://www.matalan.co.uk/clothing/riley-boyfriend-lightwash-jeans/15615224.html?autocomplete=productsuggestion&search=boyfriend%20jeans

With Grey adidas trainers?

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OP posts:
Hydwangea · 10/04/2025 13:09

Love that outfit OP! Absolutely perfect for your occasion. What a stylish nana you are

Whatevershallidowithmylife · 10/04/2025 13:13

That looks nice, go for it.

ShaunaSadeki · 10/04/2025 13:18

Very nice!

theressomanytinafeysicouldbe · 10/04/2025 13:24

Thank you, Im no good when it come to putting outfits together, and sick of always looking the same,,,,,,just need to find a bag! prefer over the body but don't want to go all out pink lol

OP posts:
theressomanytinafeysicouldbe · 10/04/2025 13:30

What do you think about this bag to go with it? Just thinking my trainers are pale grey

https://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/brand/valentino-bags/vmv-windy-cam-ld34-746344#colcode=74634402

OP posts:
Westfacing · 10/04/2025 13:36

I'm 70 and I'd wear that outfit - you're only 49!!

Don't match your trainers and bag - I think that's very 'nana' Grin

theressomanytinafeysicouldbe · 10/04/2025 13:36

Westfacing · 10/04/2025 13:36

I'm 70 and I'd wear that outfit - you're only 49!!

Don't match your trainers and bag - I think that's very 'nana' Grin

😂thank you, I have a little cream cross body bag I can use

OP posts:
Growlybear83 · 10/04/2025 14:24

I think everything goes very well together. I disagree about matching shoes and handbags - I always think it looks better to match if you can.

ChkChkBoom · 10/04/2025 15:06

Growlybear83 · 10/04/2025 14:24

I think everything goes very well together. I disagree about matching shoes and handbags - I always think it looks better to match if you can.

Agreed. The grey bag will go well with pink.

Sebsaloysius · 10/04/2025 15:43

I think that's a perfect outfit for the occasion and I bet you'll look fab!

Buy, wear and enjoy the celebrations :-)

tweetypi · 10/04/2025 15:55

You’re only in your 40s?! Maybe don’t associate with the ‘nana’ label so much, you sound like you’re in your 80s!

MiddleAgedDread · 10/04/2025 16:06

I don't like the ruffles on the vest top, I think ages it into something you gran would wear to try and look a bit fancy! It not might sit well under a jacket either. I'd get a plain t-shirt or baggy shirts are very "in" at the moment.

nzeire · 10/04/2025 17:00

Fab outfit!
id go white tshirt though
and get the bag!

Whatsgoingonherethenagain · 10/04/2025 17:03

tweetypi · 10/04/2025 15:55

You’re only in your 40s?! Maybe don’t associate with the ‘nana’ label so much, you sound like you’re in your 80s!

This!

are you dressing like you are in your 40’s or are you dressing like a grandmother? Two different images spring to mind.

don’t persuade yourself you are old just yet! You’re still young.

StrangerThings1 · 10/04/2025 17:23

theressomanytinafeysicouldbe · 10/04/2025 13:30

What do you think about this bag to go with it? Just thinking my trainers are pale grey

https://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/brand/valentino-bags/vmv-windy-cam-ld34-746344#colcode=74634402

Like the outfit, don’t like the wide strap on the cross body bag or that it’s so matchy matchy with the trainers

EmpressaurusKitty · 10/04/2025 17:27

Whatsgoingonherethenagain · 10/04/2025 17:03

This!

are you dressing like you are in your 40’s or are you dressing like a grandmother? Two different images spring to mind.

don’t persuade yourself you are old just yet! You’re still young.

This. 49 is not old.

Flamingoknees · 10/04/2025 17:29

Your cream bag will be fine, but if you really like the grey one, go for it. I don't hold with this rule about not matching shoes and bag. Sometimes I do/sometimes I don't.
I like the outfit-though a white or cream top would be great too. I'm 56 but no where near a nana yet (DS 14 🤞). A casual silver bag would work too.

rainbowunicorn · 10/04/2025 18:51

Love the outfit OP, think it is just perfect for the occasion.

PeggyMitchellsCameo · 10/04/2025 19:02

That will look fab! Plus afterwards all the parts of the outfit will go with an awful lot of other pieces/outfits.

notacooldad · 10/04/2025 19:05

I think everything goes very well together. I disagree about matching shoes and handbags - I always think it looks better to match if you can.
I think matching bag and shoes is very dated and ageing.

Goodluckanddontfitup · 10/04/2025 19:27

Everything you have chosen looks fab

mumofthemonsters808 · 10/04/2025 20:18

I love your outfit you will look great.

SchrodingersTwat2 · 10/04/2025 20:20

Fuck me! I'm nearly 50 and have never once considered my age when choosing clothes!

Burnout50 · 10/04/2025 20:21

tweetypi · 10/04/2025 15:55

You’re only in your 40s?! Maybe don’t associate with the ‘nana’ label so much, you sound like you’re in your 80s!

This!!!! I'm 51 and mother of a 9 year old! Far from a nana!!!!

Christine1998 · 10/04/2025 20:34

I love the outfit and i’m 56. 😊. Taking myself to matalan tomorrow 😂 . I have similar tops from new look and the sleeves just make it a little dressier/more fashionable than a plain one. The younger ones at work wear them too.