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help needed capsule wardrobe for week away @ Gleneagles

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brookeslay · 10/03/2008 13:12

Hi girls,

I need your help I am off to Gleneagles on the 23rd March. Going to the michelin restaurant there and want a good travelling outfit. My cupboard is bare after losing weight. please can you send me links Its also my birthday when Im there so Ive got a good excuse to buy a few things. Im 54 large of nork small, waist hips. thanks soo much B x

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brookeslay · 10/03/2008 15:20

bumping as I lost my fashion vibe where is Mrs.Badger and all when you need them..

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PrincessPeaHead · 10/03/2008 15:22

travelling outfit - good well cut trousers or smart jeans, cashmere top and jacket or coat, nice boots. Don't overdress. Aim for casual lux

M&S has great cashmere at the mo. if you are large of nork go for v neck

nailpolish · 10/03/2008 15:37

gleneagles is just lovely

for the evening id wear a simple shift and some eye catching accessories

jaeger have an amazing sale just now - they have nice dresses and some lovely jackets and trousers.

for travelling id wear a comfy pair of wool trousers and a smart fitted jacket. you want to feel/look good when you go in to reception

like this

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brookeslay · 10/03/2008 15:38

Thanks PPH want to compile a list before I actually go shopping. I did buy some things and they all went back , am starting to panic a little as you can imagine.

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nailpolish · 10/03/2008 15:39

id head to karen millen too
hwat about a personal shopper? loads of stores have them now, would stop the panic buying ...

bobsyouruncle · 10/03/2008 15:41

oooooh you lucky thing, am . dh has been working there quite a bit recently and comes home full of how lovely it is! He never offers to take me though Enjoy!

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brookeslay · 10/03/2008 15:47

ohhh thanks for the jaeger link. I`ve not been to Gleneagles before but, as there is a new Spa opening and the spa day is priced £185 instead of £285 its my treat.

My wardrobe is so full of things that don`t fit or black things so the neutral jacket seems a good idea.

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brookeslay · 10/03/2008 15:52

Thanks bobyouruncle its looks lovely in the brochure they sent us. I`m not sure a personnel shopper would be able to fit me in time (who knows??). I know Selfidges and John Lewis have them.

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nailpolish · 10/03/2008 15:53

jacket would also look nice with some dark jeans and boots

nailpolish · 10/03/2008 15:54

phone JL and make an appt

there will be lots of suitable clothes in JL

have fun!

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brookeslay · 10/03/2008 16:10

Will ring JL . Made a little list:

  1. Slim fitting dress above knee
  2. High heels with little wow factor
  3. Two tops for wearing under jacket ( style to be determined)
  4. Knee high boots ( Lk Bennett slim style)
  5. neutral jacket
  6. swimsuit
  7. A more dressy top ??
  8. skirt

Phew at least that gives me something to aim for.

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nailpolish · 10/03/2008 16:12

that is a good list
take it to JL!

BeauLocks · 10/03/2008 16:13

Don't forget the fake tan and loads of bling.

PrincessPeaHead · 10/03/2008 17:38

can I reiterate you will DEF need some cashmere at the end of march....

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brookeslay · 11/03/2008 10:16

PrincessPeaHead where can I get good cashmere ?. I have some vouchers for M&S also have one of those Pure brochures in the post.

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Carmenere · 11/03/2008 10:25

Oh am very I was lucky enough to go on a work jolly there a couple of years ago and LOVED it, it is GORGEOUS. Agree, get a nice cashmere jumper and wear it with fitted trousers. Bring trainers and go for lovely walk all around the stunning countryside. there is a nice pool and spa too.

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brookeslay · 11/03/2008 10:42

Thanks Carmenere will dig trainers out. Booking hair appointment today and shopping trip is next week with Caroline at JL.

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nailpolish · 11/03/2008 14:46

fantastic! you are going to have so much fun. i absolutely love weekends away at grand hotels (esp with spas)

ggglmpp · 11/03/2008 14:50

Nice underwear - you have to have some good decent matching underwear - one stunning set (eg La Perla or Aubade, a couple of nice sets and two or three pretty cheap and cheerful sets.)

expatinscotland · 11/03/2008 14:53

A golf umbrella. It's been a very wet year, even for the East.

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brookeslay · 11/03/2008 15:23

Thanks nailpolish. I hope everything goes to plan. Re undies I have two prima donna bras that fit the LNL (Large Nork Lady)

I thought about an umbrella ( just in case) my DP has a couple in the car, though I found a website called brolliesgalore and they are 10.00 for those clear ones. As He is 62 and Im 54 we dont fit well together under brollies ..lol.

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seb1 · 11/03/2008 15:25

A good raincoat and wellies

mumofdjandp · 11/03/2008 15:33

ahhhh memories I had my honeymoon in Gleneagles it was wonderful

mumofdjandp · 11/03/2008 15:34

yes I live prob 10 miles away from glaneagles and it has rained solidly for daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaays (sorry)

I can tell you other nice local places to go if you dont know the area?

or you can come to mine for afternoon tea haha

seb1 · 11/03/2008 15:38

Not wardrobe related but watch out for the speed camera on the main road behind the sign.

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