My DH suggesting I'm "getting old" because I've ordered from Seasalt

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I saw a lovely wee dress last night on Seasalt, I have some money saved for a clothes makeover and decided to go for it. My DH said last night it was nice but isn't Seasalt for older women 😆 I'm 51 in July and I don't think it looks like an OAP website. Now I'm thinking, shit should I send it back?
I just want a few quality pieces I can add to, I've not bought myself anything in a long long time due to illness. We are going shopping to a shopping centre on Sunday and I'm reluctant to browse with him hovering now x

It does give that vibe of getting on in years / approaching retirement age. However it’s personal choice and one man’s trash is another man’s treasure as they say ( not saying sea salt is trash !)

Zara largely.

Oh my god

That's all that matters @Flippersmum .

I bought this one last week from the much derided (on here) FatFace and personally I think it looks great. It might not be 'on trend ' but it's well made, affordable (for me) fits nicely and it actually doesn't make me look fat- I can ask no more!!

https://www.fatface.com/women/clothing/dresses/riley-bali-jersey-dress/979859.html?dwvar9798599_color=bright%20green&cgid=women-clothing-dresses-and-skirts#pagination=true&start=31

I'm 26 and have a few tops from there, their stripy ones are nice. Your DH is being unhelpful and rude!!

@Jesseweneedtocook Iiked the striped t shirts too. X
@MysteryBelle I think @Theos might need a defibrillator 🤣 xx

This thread made me wonder where your Hubster get his clothes from and whether we'd have any opinions on his choices.

Now I actually think it’s fun to have some banter with my dh. If he puts something on which looks old mannish, I’ll tease him about it. As he will do me-neither is offended and it’s often funny. If I think he looks nice, I’ll say it-he does to me all the time. Passing an honest opinion on clothes is no big deal-and the comments from the OP’s dh do sound bang on! But if it’s what you like, so what?

I love this dress-I would say its very on trend in the green and broderie is everywhere this year too.

@Tiddlypomtiddlypom

I had to google what the issue is with mutton dressed as lamb and came across an article interviewing Carol Voderman.

To be clear, any woman can wear what she likes BUT with age you would expect a refinement of style, greater understanding of what garments are flattering and more classy style. Because the woman is older and more experienced.

I would think someone in their 60s dressing as Rihanna did at 19 all a bit ridiculous and unlikely to look well for most - which is what I meant by the term.

😂😄

@Sunshineishere1988 oh thank you- that's as on trend as I probably get!! Does look nice on and the fabric is good. Even better was I tried it on in 16 and18 and the 16 fitted- result- sale!!

@Crikeyalmighty that's pretty!
I also like the fact that they're very good quality clothes and should last a long time, which is important for the environment too.

I bet you look fab in it! I went in the store recently and loved so much in there. Enjoy wearing your new fabulous dress! 👗

This is what I was getting at before @AntiStuff, it’s all lifestyle related.

I spend a lot of time outdoors and caring for people so I need a really practical wardrobe for pretty much all aspects of my life now.

If I’m socialising, it’s more like bbqs/meals at friends rather than “out out”.

I still love fashion but I tend to invest more in handbags than clothes now as just no need for very fancy clothing.

@Sunshineishere1988 they do have hit and miss seasons- but I think this summer there's some really nice things. Thing is I have plain and printed jersey wrap dresses and similar from there that I've had 7 or 8 years and still going strong - wash well - honestly at 61 it's about as on trend as I feel I can be --as places like Zara simply don't cater for the chunkier customer or it seems anyone under 5ft 6 in many styles. I used to get a lot from Wallis (RIP)

I'm 48 and wouldn't wear sea salt but I'd say I probably should be their target audience .

@amoretti your job requires you to look the part and be quite glam, wear heels, skirt, make up. I’m guessing you’re 20s?

Mine requires me to do outdoor work with/without animals. And in my home life I have to care for people. I couldn’t wear what you do…

I can’t wear Zara or H&M trousers as I am pear shaped and they are cut for slim build women… just don’t fit properly… either too tight, or a massive gap around the waist. I do like M&S, if I am going for occasion outfits I usually head to HOF, quite like Mint Velvet or Oliver Bonas for drinks/coffee type outfits. As I say for the day to day it’s mostly FF, Joules, Cotswolds… had been thinking about Seasalt hence my interest in the thread.

I had to google what the issue is with mutton dressed as lamb and came across an article interviewing Carol Voderman.

To be clear, any woman can wear what she likes BUT with age you would expect a refinement of style, greater understanding of what garments are flattering and more classy style. Because the woman is older and more experienced.

(My underlining.) You know that’s a completely ridiculous and baseless statement, @Robinni - and one I can’t believe you’re actually presenting to sentient, presumably literate adults.

@oakleaffy

I agree! One of my parents is obsessed with the outdoors and active wear… other parent died early and it started a whole health kick!

For reference the one who passed was a leather trousers and blazers type… arguably people may prioritise longevity over fashion. I don’t think you can knock that at any age.

@Aixellency are you honestly telling me that a 50 year old woman wouldn’t have more sense and style than a teenager?!

Check out the outfits in Rihanna shut up and drive vid they are awful, I would like to think an older woman would realise this. She probably does!

*I had to google what the issue is with mutton dressed as lamb and came across an article interviewing Carol Voderman.

To be clear, any woman can wear what she likes BUT with age you would expect a refinement of style, greater understanding of what garments are flattering and more classy style. Because the woman is older and more experienced.

I would think someone in their 60s dressing as Rihanna did at 19 all a bit ridiculous and unlikely to look well for most - which is what I meant by the term.*

Did Google not explain Robinni that the phrase refers to an old butchering practice? Do you really think it's ok to compare women to pieces of meat?

A lot of teenagers have a fabulous sense of style.

The things that look great on a teenager often don’t look great on someone slightly older and probably saggier , but that doesn’t mean the older woman’s style is better or worse, just different

Apologies for quote malfunction.The first 3 paragraphs are Robinni's post.

I had to reply to this. I asked for some Seasalt boots for Christmas (aged 37) and I love them! I’ve been eyeing up their Breton tops too. It never once occurred to me that it’s an OAP shop - it’s not like its Damart 😂