Toasties springing into Spring 🌼

[IlovePond]

Hi,

As promised, here is the new thread. All are welcome to chat about all things Toast, znd any related topics!

@notwavingbutdrowning1 😁 ah yes, we were definitely hogging that mirror.

Posting all 3 items - slightly regretting not buying the navy linen shirt dress, the striped poplin dress and an orange skirt……

@IlovePond oh I had my eye on those bowls, gorgeous colour but bought 5 in Cairo at Easter so don’t need any more.

Did they have more stock out on Saturday ?

@IlovePond Great buys! I have loads of Toast viscose dresses, some of which have been washed and worn frequently over 6+ years. I haven’t shrunk any (unlike cashmere jumpers…😵‍💫). I wash at 30 degrees for 45 mins, non-biological detergent and all good.

Re beach packing, I take a kikoy shawl that I’ve had for years. It doubles as something to sit on, a shawl, towel and bag if necessary. Very versatile.

I have a great blue and white stripy linen shirt from white co that has been a really versatile stalwart for a couple of years, thrown over various things or used as a jacket.

Those dresses are lovely @mizu The dungarees are very nice too and such a bargain!

I have no idea what I will be using those small bowls for, but they are pretty. (I am jealous you have been to Cairo btw!)

I went back in at 9.30 on Saturday and there was no new stock. What little was left was mostly tiny sized trousers and some dresses. I had seen the yellow dress the day before and as it was very quiet on Saturday morning, I tried it on and ended up buying it.

I was also tempted by a very nice brushed cotton large check dress but it had a weird neckline that I knew would annoy me, (presumably why it hadn’t sold).

Just hoping I don’t regret buying viscose - I had sworn off it until my relapse over the weekend!

Thanks @Saurus72 - I will try the non-bio on low temp!

Btw: I have cancelled my basket weaving spot. I realised I was never going to get round to buying a large bundle of cane, never mind soaking and cutting it, etc. 🙀

I enjoyed seeing your purchases @mizu @IlovePond 😊

@ScottishMouse im late to the party and nothing really new to add, only that even though I tan I no longer like being directly in sun. Love a big hat whose brim can be adjusted to eliminate glare/protect back of neck. One of my always favourite things on a hot holiday is my mums old beautiful cotton Viyella shirt. It’s pale pink and white stripes, very loose fitting. I’ve recently had a look on vinted and quality older Viyella things aren’t very pricy despite quality. I love a crisp loose cotton.
oh and nothing tight at the waist. Too sweaty!

I wonder if anyone has bought the stonewashed cutlery set? I’ll was considering buying a set to check them out, the photos are weirdly blurry on the website when you zoom in. Am I right in thinking they’re pintinox casali? It’s between those and a £££ set of sabre bristot. I’ve been thinking about it for two years 🫣

@ToastCosILoveIt I received the sample panelled cotton top today from Vinted. It is absolutely beautiful. The colour is so much more complex than I had originally thought and the fit and drape is so so lovely. It’s just gorgeous. I didn’t expect it to be so nice. Thank you for recommending it. 😊

The fish dress is back in stock in many sizes if anyone else wanted one and missed out. Now I just hope it suits me as I love the fabric.

Oh I’m delighted. Such a bargain too. I wore mine on holiday with the matching trousers, feels fab. As you say, the cut is very clever and flattering, even though sleeveless.

@ToastCosILoveIt I must admit those trousers look lovely too.

@ScallopShellWalk can you post a picture of it? It sounds lovely.

@mizu I have tried to capture the colour.

That looks lovely @ScallopShellWalk . From the photo it does look like it might be a bit darker than the one on the website which is described as ‘Dhal’.

Re the trousers, I can confirm that the reviews are true, the elastic waist suggests that they might add bulk but they are, in fact, extremely flattering.

@ToastCosILoveIt that’s good to know about the trousers.
I fiddled with the exposure trying to capture the colour though maybe I’ve gone a bit dark. It is a lovely colour but not bright.

I may pop into toast tomorrow, take a look. 😊

Maybe better photo

@ScallopShellWalk thanks, it is really lovely. The price of the one on the website though!

@mizu yes it’s pricey on the website. ☹️