Which top?

[OldGrannyish]

Friend's 50th birthday. DH doesn't like one because it's too grannyish and MIL says that one is better (but then, she is a granny!)
Which is better? I prefer one over the other, but my fashion sense is questionable

Black jeans and probably a dark blue (or black?) cardigan with it

Why on earth are you looking at clothes like that at age 42 and also calling yourself OldGrannyish?? 42 isn't old at all.

Im 41 and buy clothes from places like &otherstories, free people, Zara and fashion-forward independent boutiques. I was honestly shocked when I read you were 42 - I thought you were going to say about 65 with those choices, my 72 yo dm wouldn't even wear those!

Both look travel agenty 🙂

https://www.johnlewis.com/whistles-animal-print-sheer-long-sleeved-top-green-multi/p109523467

Esprit look to have a decent selection of neutral blouses/shirts
Sleeves white embroided top - https://www.esprit.co.uk/p/blouses-woven-043CC1F307.html
Long Sleeve scallop edge blouse - https://www.esprit.co.uk/p/scallop-edge-lace-blouse-993EE1F309_100.html
White short sleeve tshirt blouse - https://www.esprit.co.uk/p/cotton-blouse-033CC1F306_110.html
Not sure if they offer free click and collect in store but if they do you could always order a few options to guarantee they have your size, collect in store, try in instore changing rooms and switch/return anything unsuitable

@BrendaRegina That is some idiot's idea. I don't like Meghan very much but she does dress well. If you don't agree then that is your prerogative but you don't have to be an unpleasant bitch about it.

https://roandzo.com/collections/tops/products/satin-wrap-top
And loads more in the tops section here that would suit the occasion, lots paired with black jeans

😂😂🙄

The trick is finding what shops actually make clothes that fit you.

this is old (some brands don’t exist) but you can also look at the measurements online.

if you get one that fits you then you’ll look great.

https://sizes.darkgreener.com/

also you want to emphasise your shoulders & probably be a little baggy to stop sweats.

how about this:

https://www.boden.co.uk/en-gb/fitted-linen-v-neck-top-strawberry-tart/sty-t1160-red?tc_ch=ps&tc_ve=goog&tc_so=pla&tc_me=cr&tc_ca=drop-offer&tc_au=pla-300681553331&tc_cr=na&tc_campid=UK+-+Shopping+-+WW+-+Brand+Queries&tc_adgroupid=Catch+All&tc_kwid=PRODUCT_GROUP&tc_matchid=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi46iBhDyARIsAE3nVrZvIhV-BNlXTLtWfT8nVgYopMu89eMAIcqjcx1em0Z8Spkoc12pbRsaAqgJEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Not normally a RI fan but this top just came up on my FB feed (prob cos I’ve been clicking on all the links on here) and think it both pretty and striking. Could look fab with black jeans and heels…https://www.riverisland.com/p/coral-floral-broderie-detail-blouse-754449?utm_source=facebook_instagram&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=aw20_catalogsales_prospecting+++++++++dpa_DABA_ww_desk-mob_broad_18-50&utm_term=carousel_ww_timetobrowsenewin&utm_content=at1%2124917885&utm_id=at1%2124917885&fbclid=IwAR0Xovolp500YCCihAseqSYhlgtxHuik0h9NQd80H94_lDmw2lMFTKmVUqw_aem_AbzG5Jt8Wnd524zTQHC7-kYbRzh84kzf-QGRk0L-brF5DvuK1XdCKn0pBa6muI0cEZx5hknNtKK4cAHeUkE_3GbAU6r-O9RAqFppwyS0Qpf7GOTAGxuTNe8ROlcrUaPorpo

I think the second top in your first post was nice OP.

What this thread has taught me as that I (and pretty much all my friends) do not belong on this Style & Beauty board. So many of those floofy blouses with enormous bows/sleeves, huge gaping necklines etc. must be what is fashionable this year but will look even more ridiculous in a couple of years time when they're not on trend.

An understated top will wear well over time and you'll be able to wear it time and time again.

People would be absolutely horrified if they saw my wardrobe.

I will be 58 in August and would not wear any of those tops, not in the house, for work or to go out in.

I wore this dress with biker boots and leather jacket on Thursday when we went out for my husbands birthday.

That's nice. There have been some awful alternatives.

I like both OP.

Not my style OP but if I had to choose one, I'd pick the second.

That's good too

Nice bit of ageism there. Not that it's the only example.

As for the question...

I like them both 🤷 and I'm not a granny, im late twenties 🤣

Shirt if you don't mind all black - could wear over a cami with some or all buttons undone.

Gold glitter top + black cotton pants. (Top is synthetic but very fine, breathable fabric).

https://www.freepeople.com/uk/shop/gold-rush-long-sleeve/

https://www.omnes.com/products/cinnamon-relaxed-trousers-in-black

That would look good with black cigarette pants.

I'm 71, a size 10 with a bit of a tummy and would never dream of wearing the two tops you are considering. I'd wear a bright top and a blazer (H and M or Zara) and heeled pointy toed boots and accessories with some statement earrings. Push up the sleeves of the blazer and wear a watch and / or chunky bracelet. Have a look at Melissa Murrell on YouTube. She has great ideas for hiding a tummy and how to wear clothes. I absolutely love YouTube fashion advice!

I posted the links to the Max Mara shirt. It's beautiful in both green and black. I disagree it couldn't be worn with black.

This thread however shows indeed that everyone's taste is different. I don't like the OP's tops but, to my eyes, there have been some awfully dull to downright horrific alternatives.

I like the oversized white shirt posted early on; the slightly eccentricly shaped black cotton ASOS top, the cream silk pussycat bow blouse and a purple asymmetric neckline top. Those, and the Max Mara ones, are the only ones I would wear.

That's nice dear.
But you know the OP is looking for something fairly conservative, so I'm not sure how your age or dress choice is relevant.

And NEVER black with a color

Sorry but, bollocks.

Yes. This.