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What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?

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penguin816 · 16/04/2026 09:23

Mid 40’s haven’t been out much since having young DC so lost a bit of style confidence which I’ve been trying to build back. I’ve got some nice casual wear now but due to quiet social life I haven’t really got round to getting any going out clothes, and I’ve just been invited to a party this weekend. It’s in a bar so nothing formal and I’m sure trainers or jeans would be fine if executed well or other alternatives. It doesn’t have to be trainers or jeans though - just giving an idea of the type of dress code.

Please can you help me choose a whole outfit? Smart casual erring on casual but with a slight edge really. I want to feel good and on trend but I know no-one will care what I’m wearing so just to feel good for myself really.

I am tall size 12 curvaceous, mum tum etc. I can buy a whole outfit and would like something that will be way to use again for nights out.

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penguin816 · 16/04/2026 09:57

Forgot to say budget but I dont have one per se. Style-wise I like clean clear asymmetric or well cut things, although Cos often comes up a bit small as I am curvy. I like &otherstories, some Zara stuff, and open to suggestions.

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penguin816 · 16/04/2026 12:37

Bumping for lunch break

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BargainBinny · 16/04/2026 12:46

Jeans and sparkly shirt with some coloured trainers and oversized blazer?

What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
BargainBinny · 16/04/2026 12:47

An oversized blazer is a modern look? If that appeals?

penguin816 · 16/04/2026 12:58

What kind of jeans and with a black top what colour trainers?

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BargainBinny · 16/04/2026 13:36

The jeans in the photo! But whatever suits you I guess.

Maybe silver trainers. Will be used time and time again.

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What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
WonderingWanda · 16/04/2026 13:55

You can dress up jeans and a t shirt with some funkier shoes, or maybe jeans and a waistcoat top.

I have an animal print skirt which works for lots of occasions and can look nice with a plain black t shirt and the right accessories.

Or some black wide leg trousers with a more fitted top, t shirt or short sleeve jumper. Try looking on Pinterest for ideas.

WonderingWanda · 16/04/2026 14:08

Photo's pinched from Pinterest, may not be your style but just to demonstrate how it can give you outfit ideas.

What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
What entire outfit could I wear for this lowkey event?
CookingFatCat · 16/04/2026 14:12

Satin type a -line midi skirt, fitted top ?

canuckup · 16/04/2026 15:14

I'd wear tight black jeans, low heels, loose silk shirt, biker jacket

Possibly a scarf too for the allez retour

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