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Christmas outfit - but polyester free?

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TheGirlOnTheLanding · 18/11/2025 22:04

My Christmas events this year are lunches rather than dinners, so no party dresses and sequins, but I'll need something a bit dressier than my normal office wear or weekend jeans. I've got a pair of dark grey cords that could possibly fit the bill but I'd need a suitable top to wear with them. Pretty much everything I've seen advertised as Christmas/party wear seems to be made of polyester/acrylic (which I really want to avoid). Ideally I want long sleeves and I'd prefer a top to a jumper as I think the venues will be warm, especially after a glass of wine. Size 16, nothing clingy or low cut, not keen on busy prints, budget up to about £50. Any suggestions? Thank you!

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parietal · 18/11/2025 22:34

could you get a brightly coloured shirt with a collar?

https://www.next.co.uk/style/su467633/g63995

TheFormidableMrsC · 18/11/2025 22:44

I’d look for viscose, it’s cool and comfortable.

TheGirlOnTheLanding · 18/11/2025 22:44

It’s a lovely colour, thanks @parietal but 100% polyester

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parietal · 18/11/2025 23:04

TheGirlOnTheLanding · 18/11/2025 22:44

It’s a lovely colour, thanks @parietal but 100% polyester

Drat. I put filters on the search to look only for cotton / silk but I guess they didn't work!

LadyHester · 18/11/2025 23:06

Have you looked on Vinted? Buying synthetic on there saves it from incineration.

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