Chatting about clothes we probably don't need..

[JackandDiane]

nothing fancy - just normal clothes

all welcome

Whispering - The slate blue pair is what is in the mail to me, I'll report back on the colour when I get them, hopefully tomorrow. I have a pair that looks like the charcoal colour from a few years ago , it's grey but with a sort of a hint of brown/cocoa. Not sure if this year's version is exactly the same though.

Drunk Boden shopping? Dear me. You didn't go for anything with the word "hotch potch" in the title, did you?

Well, my M&S parcel finally arrived, having taken the scenic route:

The jumpsuit is gorgeous.....but possibly not quite right for me. Waist is too high (I know it is supposed to be high-waisted, but it was well over my ribs), a little too bum-clinging, a little too "hey look at my big tum and bingo wings"....I think I would feel self-conscious in it. But it is a lovely item, great fabric weight, and I'd love it if I saw someone else wearing it, so I'll reserve judgement until I give it the "DH test".

Then we have the infamous khaki dress. It's okaaaay. If I had found it in a charity shop for a fiver I would have been delighted. But for £50 (!) I would have to adore it. I also have a sneaking suspicion that it's not a great colour on me (but I'm trying to break free from the tyranny of navy summer dresses, of which I have about a hundred).

You're not exactly selling them to me, Cointreau

Where's my bloody Whistles top? It's been on the road for days [glares}

Slightly off topic, but I once bought lampshades from made.com whilst pissed.

It was not good. Not good at all. hope you have better luck deutsche

Anyone hit the massimo dutti sale? It was stupendous.... bought trousers and a white linen top for c£45ish. Am v pleased with myself though dh was sniffy about the brown trousers....

trousers

shirt

Am tempted to go back the get the pale green chinos too...

here

I keep seeing links to the M&S khaki dress but have any of you got this autograph one?
I really like it but the reviews aren't that great!

Kanye love the dress. Buy immediately if you haven't done so.

What's the verdict on the hush cropped harems? Is it a ridiculous notion that they can be dressed up? I'm tempted but can't quite convince myself to take the plunge.

I'm quite uninspired this summer. I bought these Zara poplin trousers which are surprisingly handy in this weather in that you don't feel like you've got your legs out when it's cooler, they're light for when the sun comes out, and don't get the hems wet when it rains! Can't ask for much more than that, can you! They are a fair bit longer on me tho.

I'm considering these sandals, someone on here recommended them and they're in the sale now:

www.frenchconnection.com/product/sffcq/jaclyn-flat-leather-sandals.htm?search_keywords=sandals

And I love this bag:

www.mulberry.com/shop/women/sale/sale-bags/small-kite-tote-midnight-flat-calf

NEarlyadocytor - thanks. Have decided it will be my birthday treat to myself, but can't decide on which colour I like best. All Saints one is lovely but way over bu

40

That should say 'way over budget'

Btw 40%'sale on All Saints now.

Or these sandals:

www.johnlewis.com/michael-michael-kors-platform-sandals/p2671182?colour=White/Silver

Nothing wacky, jeans, navy flats, a white lacy top.

I'm old, 10 years ago it would have been a months salary online.

In other news, went to Selfridges in the Trafford centre and left with £40 worth of food hall goodies.

Hung over me rocks

Delurk to ask if anyone has tried machine washing the uniqlo Cardigan jackets? With a baby who frequently gets sick on me hand washing is a right pain

Erm, are you not supposed to wash them?! Mine go on a 30 degree with other stuff and are fine.

Good to hear, think I'll just chuck them in a delicates wash. Thanks

I tried some bright pink cropped trousers on, but they were too wide in the leg. I do like bright pink though, and it suits me, so might keep looking. Other than that, haven't seen anything I've been remotely interested in.

I do not need a white, lace, pencil skirt. Like this one: skirt

Want it though.

Received the Hush harems, and slate blue is definitely more grey than blue. I'd say the pictures give a fairly accurate idea as to the shade; if anything, it's even slightly more grey in real life.

Thanks murinea I'll go for it

Oooo I spotted that bag yesterday dancergirl it's v v v nice!

Was also admiring this one

My wardrobe of black is advancing, with a pair of wool jersey cropped wide leg trousers from Cos - £30 in the sale. Can't link as they are now sold out. I like them a lot though: not so wide that they flap, and a fairly weighty wool jersey fabric with a nice close texture so they hang well.

I have good news and bad on my Whistles bargains: The V-neck ribbed top is typical Whistles. In the packet, it looks like something from Littlewoods but when I try it on, every detail is perfect, it skims all my lumps and bumps and the sludgy colour is strangely flattering. (Well it is on me).

But I've seen a pic of myself in my lovely midi, zip skirt and oh dear, it's far too long and voluminous. Don't know what I was thinking - I've seen more stylish mushrooms. I've worn it quite a few times too so I can't take it back.

Here they are: www.whistles.com/women/sale/knitwear/rib-v-neck-top-21216.html?dwvar_rib-v-neck-top-21216_color=Olive#start=1

And www.whistles.com/women/sale/skirts/zip-through-skirt-21564.html?dwvar_zip-through-skirt-21564_color=Black#start=1

Flo
If you love the skirt, you should wear it anyway. I've met some very nice mushrooms in my time.

I don't know if I love it or not now, Remus.

There was I, thinking I looked really cool...

Ah well