Is it just me or are there actually some nice clothes on the shops right now?

[Destinysdaughter]

Went round the shops today and actually saw quite a few rather nice pieces, flattering dresses, less polyester, was shocked! I know a while ago there was a v long thread lamenting how crap clothes were on the high street ( which I agreed with ), but either fashion has changed or stores have realised that what they were doing isn’t working, but I actually bought something today!! 😀

Anyone else noticed a difference?

I was in M&S earlier and saw two things I'd happily wear without even looking - - I only went in for a sandwich - -

Where are you OP? Don't keep me in suspense!

I have been buying/eyeing up quite a lot of clutches recently too.

It's just you OP.

I think the problem is my age. I was a teen in the 90's and I'm similar age to what my mum was in the 90's. So I can either choose to dress like I did as a teenager or dress how my mum did when I was a teenager.

Opposite for me, sorry. But I go to cheap shops

Couldn't find a thing. Patterns curtains everywhere and when I came out the changing rooms, there was so much polyester clothing I had tried on, my hair was standing on end with all the static

I agree. I had a gift card to spend in Oasis and I felt spoilt for choice. I couldn't decide. After years of not buying anything because it's all horrible!

I went into Wallis today and I really disliked all the patterns. When you see them all together on the floor shop, they are migraine inducing!

However, I though New Look and Oasis have quite a few nice things

Where are these mythical nice clothes/shops?

I went shopping yesterday and was met by a sea of khaki rags, 1970s curtains turned into dresses, a load of paper thin t-shirts and some jaunty striped blazers. It was shit.

Yes more natural fabrics, less cold shoulders and stupid flouncy bits, it's definitely a bit better.
I wonder if it was the boiling summer we had last year, that has made a difference?

Thing is, I’m talking about there being literally NOTHING in the shops worth buying, and now there’s a few bits that are nice, and I’m wondering why? Is it the fabrics, is it the cut, is it the current fashion?

Also, disclaimer, I do not live in a high fashion area!

I agree, there's a look in fashion now IMO. Linen(ish) things in earthy tones with buttons. A look I like. It happens occasionally!

Not seeing much. Unfortunately I dislike a lot of pattern and it seems to be everywhere.

But I remain forever hopeful.

Can you link any/all of these lovely pieces you're finding??

... tumbleweed ...

I find Uniqlo and Sainsbury’s not bad for natural fibres and no pattern. I also seem to be collecting Boden Richmond trousers in various lengths and colours.

I've bought five tops/ Ts from Next this last week or so. Wearing one yesterday and someone stopped me in the street to ask where I'd bought it, that's never happened to me before. Last year I really struggled to buy anything as I detested the cold shoulder trend and I'm not a huge fan of loud patterns.

Hopefully retailers are doing some market research and also realising through poor sales that we don't universally like paying lots of money for polyester shite!

I like some of the jungle prints around at the moment!

Yes, I like the current fashions, much more wearable and appropriate for all ages. Loving shirt dresses, wrap dresses and have even tried a jumpsuit. perhaps because I wore these fashions in the 90's?)

Yes - I've just ordered a load from White stuff as they have 20% off. Great looking sandals with comfort sole, lovely looking long length cotton big striped dress, linen skirt and leather handbag. Might not be so great when it arrives mind, but absolutely loads of stuff I would wear.

I find Next a bit of a hidden treasure for summer wear. They have a fantastic selection of linen blend shorts, chinos and dresses in plain colours. Quality isn't amazing so generally only last one or two summers, but pretty cheap so don't mind.

A few years ago we were all slagging off 80s fashion. It's def back but without the shoulder pads. I spent my last shopping trip thinking I used to own something like that.

It so wonderful to finally be able to buy linen at reasonable prices in high street stores like H&M and Zara! No way am I paying for polyester. Far too sweaty in the summer.

Sorry I don’t have any links as I hate buying clothes online, I prefer to go into shops so I can see and feel the fabrics!

I like all the wide-legged cropped trousers. Have bought the navy ones from Oasis.

I found these 2 today. 100% cotton

A few years ago we were all slagging off 80s fashion. It's def back

DD just pounced on some old 80s sewing patterns I was throwing out and retrieved them with cries of 'Wow, paperbag trousers! I'm so going to make these.'

I like hthe idea of a jumpsuit I'll have to admit