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62 and need help what do I wear now?

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Whaatthe · 11/04/2026 08:49

Help! I’ve completely lost me. Years of confidence killing stuff and now My wardrobe consists of my friends oxfam cast offs and my sons old jackets. I need me a glow up quick - for every day but also for a posh wedding.
I have at least discovered I like simple shapes and trousers ( and boho vibes like the Olsen twins, but I’m a bit old to be showing much skin) - too many varicose veins) I’m 62, 5.8, bulges where my waist was and 12 stone, with the discovery that I’ve now got dinner lady arms and skinny legs under a bulgy body. So not a great shape alas. Colours are autumn, or were- I’m going grey.
i optimistically went shopping last week and realise I need help and lots of it!
I think simple tops and fitted trousers or a suit? In my dreams I’d look like cate blanchett in oceans 11.
if anyone has ANY idea, how to start please help!

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EleanorMc67 · 28/08/2026 16:10

GarlicAnything · 28/08/2026 05:26

A gleaming, seal-skin effect backside can interrupt the lustrous flow of a silk velvet garment, yes 😏

You make it sound very stroke-able though ...!!! 😁

TheApocalypticiansApprentice · 28/08/2026 17:19

Well, you sound much more on top of things now, @Whaatthe! Good to hear.

Regarding waists - over the summer I gave up alcohol and my favourite bakery (temporarily) and took up walking 45 minutes to a yoga class with a full size mat on my shoulder. The 45 minute walk back has sometimes felt like a miserable slog - but it’s been worth it.

Whaatthe · 02/09/2026 21:12

Wow apocolypse that’s inspiring! Go you!
im going to start walking tomorrow thank you!

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