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Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia

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AnSionnachGlic · 10/03/2022 20:21

Going to St Lucia in June for a long awaited sun holiday. Has anyone any suggestions for some nice knee or maxi length sun dresses? Also, following on from the thread about how to look good on the beach, I would love some suggestions for beach bags and sun hats. It has been 4 years since I've been on a sun holiday so need some suggestions please!!! I'm 50, size 14 if that makes any difference!!!

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Pinkpiglet · 10/03/2022 23:25

Sorry I can’t help but I would be very interested in any suggestions you get!

justaweeone · 11/03/2022 06:17

Have a look at H & M
They usually get shorter tunic style dresses in but don't have any in as yet
There's some longer ones, I've attached photos as I'm on the app

Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
gogohm · 11/03/2022 06:19

I bought 3 dresses from bravissimo, they are shutting down selling clothes so were half price

justaweeone · 11/03/2022 06:24

Also for a beach bag I like a silver or gold tote, often use it to travel with as well
I've a coach one but it's discounted I think
But there's similar style here

https://www.oliverbonas.com/accessories/jessie-silver-contrast-webbing-tote-bag-337251?utmsource=google&utmmmedium=cpc&utmcampaign=Google%20Shopping%20UK&utmmterm=1530964&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIos-107W99gIV4IBQBh223AsfEAQYAyABEgIMSDD_BwE#selection.color=1999

AnSionnachGlic · 11/03/2022 11:26

Justaweeone like the idea of a metallic tote bag...can also use it on flight. Unfortunately the H&M ones wouldn't suit me. I'm size 14 but hourglass shape so I need dresses to be fitted at waist or I look like a big blob!!!. Just wondering if metallic would work in the sun?? Would it get v hot....that's why I was thinking of straw.

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AnSionnachGlic · 11/03/2022 11:29

Was thinking of Marc Jacobs as a travel and beach bag....do ye think it would work?
www.marcjacobs.com/default/home?ref=nav_logo

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AnSionnachGlic · 11/03/2022 11:31

Sorry...this bag

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Inthestillofthenight · 11/03/2022 11:38

I prefer straw/raffia, bought a gorgeous Masai (Copenhagen) straw bag with light wooden handles inside zipped pocket that could be expanded, been thrown about over the last couple of months, still looks pristine.

TKmaxx in the sale! best bag bargain ever at......£5!

Iamblossom · 11/03/2022 12:10

You can't go wrong with a jumpsuit. You can wear casual baggy ones to the beach over swimwear and by the pool, you can wear dressier ones out in the evening, you can wear them travelling.

I have loads. I had a week in Doha 2 weeks ago and they were brilliant.

Inthestillofthenight · 11/03/2022 12:14

I am lucky I live and have lived in places where I can pick up cotton and silk , kaftans, cover ups and long Kimonos these are great during the day around the pool, silk for the evening. Have worn these with loose 3/4 silk or cotton trousers with metallic sandals or slip ons.

Another thing I always have in my beach bag are those zipped thick plastic bags, just the cheap ones you can get from Primark and so on, keep my sunscreen etc in one and other bits phone earbuds etc separate in another, also save sand getting all-over and getting wet.

I do have a couple of waterproof Birkenstocks for the pool, some nice colours but I wish they would bring out some metallic shades, easy to keep clean and light for your luggage.I was surprised at some of Timberlands sandals, bought a couple of flat thong sandals in bronze and pewter, really comfortable.

I tend to use large cotton scarfs as wraps as well, bought loads in India, wrap round from the back then cross over your front tie around neck, IYKWIM! I have every colour you can think of some beaded or embordered or with prints around the edge, sure you can buy Dupattas on line, again light to pack as well.

applestamper · 16/03/2022 16:08

Bumping this for you OP, I'm interested in responses too.
I'm going to start searching with Anthropology I think.

tolerable · 16/03/2022 17:14

pourmoiuk
and walkonbeach uk

Rina66 · 16/03/2022 17:46

I like these dresses for the semi defined waist and the jumpsuit looks very wearable from Next.

Have you thought about a maxi skirt?

When I go away I try to take different styles of clothes or I tend to get bored, so a maxi skirt, midi skirt, jumpsuit, maxi dress, midi dress, smart shorts, hi low dress, crop trousers, kimono......

Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
NeedleNoodle3 · 16/03/2022 17:52

I bought a white beach shirt from White Stuff and wore it a lot on my last two holidays.
Do your feet and ankles swell from the plane journey, if so think about some comfy flat footwear for the first and second evening?

Florabelle · 16/03/2022 17:57

What’s your body shape/rough sizes and budget level?

Oblomov22 · 16/03/2022 18:06

@Iamblossom
What kind of jumpsuits do you suggest please? Do you have a link?

imnottoofussed · 16/03/2022 18:19

@gogohm

I bought 3 dresses from bravissimo, they are shutting down selling clothes so were half price
Was this online? If yes can you send a link please
ihatethecold · 16/03/2022 18:31

Have a look at the swimwear sites for beachwear

I got some bargains from figleaves etc and I’m the same size and shape as you op.

ihatethecold · 16/03/2022 18:35

Oops looks like figleaves is no more.
Lots here though

www.debenhams.com/category/womens-beachwear

Iamblossom · 16/03/2022 19:27

this is lovely

Iamblossom · 16/03/2022 19:29

I have this in navy

WearAll Women's Lagenlook Strappy Baggy Harem Jumpsuit Dress Top Playsuit Cami 10-20 www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B012B4KBB0/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_CQDR0M8CR54056ZHMDY4?psc=1&tag=mumsnetforu03-21

Iamblossom · 16/03/2022 19:35

Also this

Holiday wardrobe for St Lucia
Iamblossom · 16/03/2022 19:40

I have jumpsuits from M&S, shein, amazon, River Island. Comfortable, versatile, stylish, what's not to like 😊

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