Help, don’t know what to wear anymore

[Fuzzywrigglesnail]

I’m 41 and size 8 but look MUCH bigger. I’m not tall and my body is longer than my legs so my proportions are weird.
I have about £1000 to spend on some new items for summer but don’t know where to even start. I’m casual at work so that’s ok - home / work are sort of as one.
I feel horribly out of touch and other people seem to look much better than I do.

Suggestions for items for a capsule type wardrobe gratefully accepted. I’d prefer fewer items of better quality than lots of items but cheaper.

Thanks.

Ganni https://www.farfetch.com/uk/shopping/women/ganni-striped-peplum-blouse-item-22835076.aspx?storeid=13537

I like that but I think I’m too old?

@Fuzzywrigglesnail if you like it wear it! O

Have you tried "wears my money" blog? She has great ideas for a capsule wardrobe.

Lilith is a French brand which issues capsule collections. This is their latest.

Lilith

Try Sezanne. There isn't a single item I don't want!

For this summer, try a pair of cropped, wide leg linen trousers with Birkenstocks and a cropped blouse. I know you want better quality, but I've actually been impressed with New Look for the trousers.

What outfit do you throw on most often at the weekend currently?