I realise the headline appeals to those of a certain age.......
Next week I am part of a little 'performance' dance thing. Everyone is a woman of a certain age. Whilst I wasn't looking, someone declared the 'uniform' for the set which is a white shirt (amongst other things which I am too embarrassed to detail here and it is possible that I may be outed).
White shirts do not look good on me. I am an hour glass, with broad shoulders, large norks and a small waist. I do not own one. I have already had a row because I said I would rather wear a white vest or T. I don't want to be a pain in the arse (even though I already have been) but I just can't think of a way to wear (any) white shirt without looking like the oldest bit of mutton in the shop. I watch Anita Dobson training on Strictly wearing a shirt knotted at the waist - if that's what she wants to do - good on 'er. But the thought of it make me feel sartorially sick.
What I need here is a good talking to. Either tell me to get over it and get on with it. Or make some suggestions. The salvation already in my wardrobe is a beautiful pair of black high waisted tux pants - they aren't black leggings, if you get my drift - but I could get away with wearing them.