Need a wardrobe overhaul

[outoftouchmum]

Just spent all evening looking online for new clothes and I’m so overwhelmed I could actually cry!!! My whole wardrobe is so 10 years ago (just got rid of my last pair or skinny jeans - sob).
I struggle so much putting an outfit together. Other than mom jeans, a jumper and trainers I am completely useless.
I have a few nice days out coming up around Christmas time and really stressing about what I am going to wear. Any pointers? What are your go tos? I like dresses/skirts just never know where to start. I always end up either looking too casual, or like I’m headed to the office.
I’m a short size 8, mid 30s.

Where have you been looking?

Given your diminutive proportions, something like this outfit would be easy enough for most Winter days - perhaps with knee high or ankle boots.

https://www.stories.com/en_gbp/clothing/knitwear/sweaters/product.cable-knit-jumper-white.1198088001.html

Why did you get rid of skinny jeans? They are considered a classic wardrobe staple.

Ticktock have loads of great outfit ideas.

I was in a rut and Ticktock has helped me so much. I actually had a lot of the items but the videos helped me put them together. Had a few compliments on my look lately.

OP don’t take any notice, skinny jeans are not a “classic wardrobe staple”. They’re old lady clothes that mark you out as being 30 plus and not on trend.

I find that many high street stores cater for a broad demographic and so have lots of outdated clothes for people who aren’t with it. If I’m shopping for a special occasion I go somewhere like Cos or Zara which mostly stocks trendy stuff.

What about a...
Knitted midi skirt co-ord
Jeans and a short knitted Chanel type cardigan
Wide leg crops with sock boots
A tight knitted dress with a crop puffer gilet over
Leather mini skirt with a chunky jumper, tights and boots

Thank you for the ideas! I need to hit the shops for some nice boots I think.

What kind of shoes would you wear with some wide leg black jeans and a nice top for an evening out? Trainers are too casual but boots and flats just look silly or maybe I just have the wrong boots and flats!