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Old ladies are actually experts at life, and we are fools (continued)

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AiryFairyMum · 30/06/2020 11:38

Thank you so much for all your brilliant suggestions. I'm aware the last thread is running out, so I've added a new one, just in case we have any more suggestions from a bygone era, or we want to review any new purchases (I have loads on order at the moment!). Thanks to @kojolo for the thread title. Here's the link to the old one: www.mumsnet.com/Talk/mumsnet_classics/3944582-To-realise-I-like-old-lady-things

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VictoriaBun · 08/07/2020 19:49

Yes very much like Past times !

alwaysreadyforablether · 08/07/2020 20:08

I've worn a floaty nightie to bed for the last two nights. So much comfier and cooler than the jersey pyjamas I had been wearing. It could all be in my head but I've slept right through both nights when I'm usually awake for a good hour or so around 2am.

poppy2021 · 08/07/2020 22:48

@mightymalties I loved Padt Times. Was gutted when it closed down

SmileAndBreathe · 08/07/2020 22:58

Can I join? Always have been a rebellious old lady at heart, even as a child.

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blueskys72 · 09/07/2020 03:53

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BitOfFun · 09/07/2020 04:07

Mightymalties, I've just looked at that site and sighed...

Old ladies are actually experts at life, and we are fools (continued)
BubblyWater · 09/07/2020 04:23

PP mentioned Rosamund Pilcher. September is one of my secret favourite old lady books. whispers Love a bit of Maeve Binchy too.

When my grandmother was alive I used to love curling up in her comfy chair and reading stacks of Women's Weekly magazines. Sigh. Such a lovely (and secret) memory.

bluefoxmug · 09/07/2020 08:13

cardigans
CARDIGANS
I have about 15 to keep my back warm.

LadyPrigsbottom · 09/07/2020 09:01

I'm (online) shopping for good quality cardigans at the moment!

I have just bought 3 x Rosamunde Pilcher books on Kindle, having seen her recommended so much on this thread Grin.

LadyPrigsbottom · 09/07/2020 09:02

@BubblyWater

PP mentioned Rosamund Pilcher. September is one of my secret favourite old lady books. whispers Love a bit of Maeve Binchy too.

When my grandmother was alive I used to love curling up in her comfy chair and reading stacks of Women's Weekly magazines. Sigh. Such a lovely (and secret) memory.

September is on of the ones I've just downloaded!
IntermittentParps · 09/07/2020 09:57

Can't wait to get going on Rosamund Pilcher!

NannyOgg66 · 09/07/2020 10:02

Has anyone read Mary Wesley? I think her books may be a bit like Rosamund Pilcher, maybe a little more quirky. Many years ago in the early 90s ,one of her books The Chamomile lawn was a mini series on TV.
Pastimes.. I too was gutted when that went. Loads of lovely things.

NiceLegsShameAboutTheFace · 09/07/2020 10:09

I'm late to the party, so apologies if I've missed anything. May I clarify ...... at what age does one become and old lady? I can then determine whether to stay: or get me coat Grin

NannyOgg66 · 09/07/2020 10:39

@NiceLegsShameAboutTheFace

I'm late to the party, so apologies if I've missed anything. May I clarify ...... at what age does one become and old lady? I can then determine whether to stay: or get me coat Grin
You don't have to be an old lady, just have an appreciation of "old lady" things Grin Don't get your coat, stay and have a nice cup of tea and a custard cream! Flowers
BitOfFun · 09/07/2020 15:59

My Penhaligons perfume has arrived! I bought it to put away for my mum's birthday, but I am dying to have a sniff!

mathanxiety · 09/07/2020 22:15

Me too bluefoxmug. Some of them have huge pockets. All clothes should come with a pocket imo.

MadisonMontgomery · 10/07/2020 12:16

I need some new cardigans, can anyone suggest anywhere? I want really comfy ones to go with my comfy cross your heart bra and big knickers!

MilleniumHallsWalledGarden · 10/07/2020 22:41

Just ordered three of those Bronnley lemon soaps and some soap bags for the little bits (how frugal!) 🍋🍋🍋

Wauden · 11/07/2020 12:48

@JeSuisPoulet. And all of us merrily channelling our inner old ladies Smile Cotton kimonos can be worn as dressing gowns, in a romantic, floaty way. There is an exciting kimono shop in Bristol which has a huge selection and for men too!

www.bristol247.com/lifestyle/shops/house-rising-sun-kimonokimono-perry-road/

EasilyDelighted · 11/07/2020 13:24

Another source of kimonos and traditional nightwear, bedding etc, I haven't bought anything from them myself but I pass their shop sometimes and like looking in.

theprialnightwear.co.uk/

MotherofPearl · 11/07/2020 14:37

@MadisonMontgomery

Brora have a beautiful range of soft cashmere cardigans, though they are expensive. I'm wearing a red cashmere cardigan today that I got on sale from Boden last year. Also very soft. I rate all the knitwear from Toast too, but again I tend to wait for things to be on sale.

NannyOgg66 · 11/07/2020 16:37

@Wauden are kimonos old lady ish ? I'm sitting here now in my cotton kimono having a cup of tea Grin I got mine from The Japanese Shop online and another same make brand new on Ebay, guessing it was an unwanted gift. I hate polyester dressing gowns. They do look good with the cotton nighties. I don't recommend trying to wash up in them though due to the sleeves!

mogloveseggs · 11/07/2020 17:49

@EasilyDelighted ooh there's some lovely ones on there!

KatherineParr4 · 11/07/2020 20:59

nanny

I’ve been looking for a silk kimono for about 39 years!! Love that site..