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Help me find the right one

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N96 · 08/04/2025 16:49

Looking for some help from all the style experts. I am searching for a cardigan/cover up for a birthday gift for a relative. Something suitable to wear with jeans and a top when its too warm for a jacket but too cool without one.
She is 37years old, size 14/16 and endowed with large boobs!! Hoping you will help me find something with a bit of style but not break the bank as there is a good chance that it may be covered in ice cream after days out with the children!!!!
I need your help so I don't get her something which makes her look like a Granny instead of a stylish Mum.
Thank you

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Happyinarcon · 08/04/2025 16:54

What about a poncho from Etsy?

BlossomBlossomBlossom · 08/04/2025 17:15

Alternatively a hoodie is always cosy and easy to wear. And washable. This is lovely:

https://communityclothing.co.uk/collections/womens-sweatshirts-hoodies-joggers/products/womens-hooded-sweatshirt-bottle-green?variant=43988400144661

But these are much cheaper:

https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/products/E476318-000/00?colorDisplayCode=14&sizeDisplayCode=005

This is only available in the right size in black or beige, but it may be the sort of thing you mean:

https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/products/E476952-000/00?colorDisplayCode=31&sizeDisplayCode=003

To be honest I don’t think many 37 year olds think ‘cardigan’ when they’re running out of the house!

N96 · 08/04/2025 20:47

Thank you all for your suggestions. Lots here to point me in the right direction.

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sommerjade · 08/04/2025 21:23

I’m in my 40s, personally if I wear a cardi then River Island & Zara are my go to places as they always have lots of stylish & cute options that go with jeans etc and can be casual or smart.
New Look usually have some nice similar but cheaper items, although not always as long lasting.

sommerjade · 08/04/2025 21:26

Primark are surprisingly good for hoodies, usually a zip up hoody is £8 so you could get 2 or 3 colours!!
Ive got them in black, navy, pale pink & off white; they’re perfect for spring weather I find and I buy a big enough size to fit 2 tops underneath if it’s a bit chilly.

Shetlands · 08/04/2025 21:33

If you don't fancy a cardi - would a lightweight jacket do?
https://www.brakeburn.com/products/frill-neck-denim-jacket-ss25

( you should be able to get another 20% off for a first purchase)

mdinbc · 08/04/2025 22:31

Does your budget run to Sezane? They make the nicest cardi's.
https://www.sezane.com/en/product/emile-cardigan/mottled-pink#size-XXS

Although I really like the pink denim jacket that Shetlands suggested.

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