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Is anyone else quite excited about the whole Sloane Ranger revival?

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 10:48

I'm on the lookout for a white shirt for under jumpers, a pair of riding boot type things and am considering a string of (fake / cheap) pearls. I think I've reached peak trainers and hoodies tbh. Excited to get out of them now, although they will always be in my wardrobe for comfort and sport.

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Cooltalkin · 05/12/2020 10:59

I feel your frustration at lockdown clothes but apart from the boots ( do love good boots ) it’s a hard no from me
Way too twee

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 11:02

I'm not sure I'll go full pie crust collar tbf... I'd look horrendous as I'm large of nork. But I definitely am leaning towards loafers or boots instead of trainers, midi skirts and jackets etc.

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 11:06

Or do I mean pie frill?

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ferretface · 05/12/2020 11:31

I love pie crust collars but being a northern lass the vibe I am aiming for is more Jo March than sloaney pony.

Also do like loafers and navy quilted jackets so maybe I'm deluding myself!

TooMinty · 05/12/2020 11:35

I might go for a crisp white shirt, any recommendations? (can't be too expensive as I also drink red wine and am clumsy).

But don't think I can get excited about the rest, sorry 😞

TheChineseChicken · 05/12/2020 11:45

Uniqlo is good for white shirts. The best one I have from there for going under things is actually quite fine and has a slight stretch to it. Also doesn’t need ironing! A few years old now though so they might not have a similar one now

SamVimesFavouriteDragon · 05/12/2020 11:51

Yes! Grin didn't know it was happening, but I am definitely excited

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 11:53

I am making a little Pinterest collection of images. I'm that excited Grin.

@ferretface, I actually live right in Sloany Pony country, but my Belfast brogue ruins the illusion somewhat Grin!

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PoulePouletteEternellement · 05/12/2020 12:03

Hmm ... Having been there first time around (as horrified observer) I'm not sure I'd welcome a return of the viciously ambitious socialising; 20 year olds sending stiff card invitations to completely unironic midweek black tie dinners. (I was the only person I knew who didn't move into a trust funded South Ken flat immediately after graduation.)

But I love a pie-crust collar. And any type of clothing / footwear that might be dried on or next to an Aga ...

VinylDetective · 05/12/2020 12:04

I’ve taken to wearing a pearl necklace and earrings with joggers, hi-top leather trainers and a jumper. The high/low vibe works really well.

Floisme · 05/12/2020 12:10

I remember it more as a running joke than an actual trend, although it might have caught on more in London.
Seeing as I don't suit a white shirt, already wear loafers and still can't look at a pie crust collar without thinking of poor old Diana, I'm probably out, although I'll keep an eye on what happens with pearls.

Purplehatsandflowers · 05/12/2020 12:15

Don't need to get fake cheap pearls. You can get real pearls for fairly good prices at auctions and at pearl companies. :)

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 12:15

@PoulePouletteEternellement

Hmm ... Having been there first time around (as horrified observer) I'm not sure I'd welcome a return of the viciously ambitious socialising; 20 year olds sending stiff card invitations to completely unironic midweek black tie dinners. (I was the only person I knew who didn't move into a trust funded South Ken flat immediately after graduation.)

But I love a pie-crust collar. And any type of clothing / footwear that might be dried on or next to an Aga ...

Oh good God no. None of that shite. Just the clothes.
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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 12:17

@Purplehatsandflowers, thank you! I actually just found a nice set (necklace and earrings) for £30! I've ordered. I actually really suit ivory pearls imo, so I think it will work out...

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Purplehatsandflowers · 05/12/2020 12:19

O ivory- you definitely have an eye for the classically elegant. :)

Actually I have just bought some pearl studs thanks to this thread. :)

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 12:25

Thanks purple Smile!

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SlightDrizzle · 05/12/2020 12:30

@PoulePouletteEternellement

Hmm ... Having been there first time around (as horrified observer) I'm not sure I'd welcome a return of the viciously ambitious socialising; 20 year olds sending stiff card invitations to completely unironic midweek black tie dinners. (I was the only person I knew who didn't move into a trust funded South Ken flat immediately after graduation.)

But I love a pie-crust collar. And any type of clothing / footwear that might be dried on or next to an Aga ...

This. Apart from the love of a pie crust collar which is patently the domain of total sartorial perverts!
mymadworld · 05/12/2020 12:43

I love some elements of the Sloane ranger revival (mainly the clothes) but do think you need to resist the temptation to recreate the whole look - pearls and Alice bands for example - or you'll just look like like you're stuck in the past.

That said, I do love a nice white shirts and have two pairs of riding style knee boots and currently on the hunt for a knitted fitted tank top (anyone?) but collar will be firmly kept down and not a sniff of Barbour for me Grin.

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 12:47

I do like the knitted tank tops too Blush.

I think, if you go all the way, pearls plus alice band, plus pie frill shirt, it looks better if you go really exaggerated. Like padded velvet Alice band, with massive earrings. Personally, I wouldn't suit that, but I've seen some pictures online where I think this looks great. They are models though, so maybe unrealistic for the rest of us.

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Purplehatsandflowers · 05/12/2020 12:48

there is a US blogger called the Daily connoisseur who has a leaning towards the sloane look. She is an interesting mixture of elegant yet down to earth and accessible.

www.youtube.com/user/TheDailyConnoisseur

I like her alot. Thanks to her I bought myself some lovely silk pyjamas.

Floisme · 05/12/2020 13:00

Oh I love a tank top and already own a Barbour so maybe I've been one all along Grin

I guess I'm just a bit Hmmat the idea that it's a revival. Like I've said, the phrase was a term of derision at the time - at least it was in my world. No-one, but no-one I knew either dressed or aspired to dress like this. But that's not to say some elements aren't an appealing antidote to the trainers and loungewear trend.

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VanityWitch · 05/12/2020 13:13

I think it's meant to be a bit tongue-in-cheek. So the fact that it used to be a term of derision and not aspirational, doesn't make it less fun to dress that way. Quite the opposite imo!

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PegasusReturns · 05/12/2020 13:14

As a 10 year old I totally aspired to growing up into the Paula Hamilton chuck my pearl necklace in the bin womanhood.

The hair, the suit it all seemed so perfect Grin

Floisme · 05/12/2020 13:24

Ok talk to me about pearls and tank tops and I might reconsider. But please, no pie crust collars Grin

Butterymuffin · 05/12/2020 13:26

Had no idea this was happening but I can see myself spending an enjoyable hour or two looking at examples, if anyone wants to share any more blogs or other links...