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I am a scruffbag, please help me reinvent myself

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ScarecrowofScotland · 23/12/2020 11:01

I've just turned 30 and have done a bit of reflecting. I have never been into clothes, hate shopping and fashion, but never really noticed just how scruffy I am Blush I have two pairs of cheap jeans and a pair of joggers, and numerous bobbly jumpers and t-shirts. A couple of pairs of old converse trainers and my walking boots.

I have recently come into a bit of money and I just want to start my wardrobe from scratch, but I have no idea what I'm doing. I'm worried I will spend a fortune on more unflattering clothes that I don't truly like! I would be so grateful for some guidance.

As a starting point, I got a beautiful pair of brown leather knee-high boots and matching bag for my birthday, and a lovely orange and green tweed coat from Joe Browns. When I put these on I realised that I looked "together" for possibly the first time, and thought if only I could sort the rest of my stuff out I might look presentable.

A bit about me -
I live rurally and spend my leisure time either curled up with a book or exploring the great outdoors. I go into town maybe once per year! Though I do go to the village pub sometimes, or meet friends for lunch in little cafes etc from time to time. This year I became a SAHM, but looking back even my office clothes were a bit worn and ill-fitting. I would obviously be after a casual and relaxed style - I keep seeing adverts for a brand called Fairfax & Favour on social media and like the look of their stuff. I don't own any makeup and am not really interested in starting, though I do take care of my hair, skin, eyebrows etc.

Sorry this is a bit long - can anyone help sort me out??

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nagnagnag · 08/01/2021 19:34

I think it is a great idea to update your wardrobe. But I think you should wait until the shops reopen. Then go to a good-sized department store and take everything you like the look of to the changing rooms to try on - then you can see which items you absolutely love on you. Then build up your wardrobe from there. Online shopping isn't the way to go for a wardrobe overhaul I think - you're better off trying things on :)

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