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Anyone fancy a general (summer-themed) lovely clothes chat thread?

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Pendapala · 04/06/2026 21:35

Anyone else love thinking about and talking about clothes? Please join in!

Alas, no special occasions to buy something lovely for coming up but it would be great to see other peoples interesting outfits, however classically elegant or outlandish and to chat about nice things we’re enjoying wearing over the summer (I’ve got a new tennis skirt- my first one ever) And to hear about any new brands or styles recently discovered. I favour a very pared down style. That gives me lots of personal joy but I also absolutely love seeing friends and colleagues in much more ‘out there’ looks.

I am off to a conference and then meeting an old work friend for supper in central London tomorrow. Obviously, planning my outfit has been the thought all week second in my mind only to what I will order from the menu. I am going for Poetry petrol blue linen culottes and a cream cashmere short sleeve sweater with cream woven ballet flats and big gold hoop earrings. Still trying to decide between my raffia bag and my navy blue tote. I’ll tie a silk scarf onto either for a bit of very restrained frippery.

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OhThePotential · 05/06/2026 00:25

Yes! I love thinking about clothes. Its still cold here in Northern Scotland so today it was green canvas barrel leg trousers with a black and cream striped henley shirt and a decorated vintage tweed jacket.

I’m not shopping as I have too many clothes - I’m using a clothes rack in my bedroom to ‘shop’ what I have and having it has made the world of difference to the way I plan outfits, its so much fun.

edited to try to add a link, its not having it though.

Pendapala · 05/06/2026 05:51

The Henley and tweed together sounds lovely. How do you get on with barrel leg trousers? I was suspicious at first but now own three pairs and they feel easy and flattering to wear with a comfy waist.

Anyone else care to join?

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SpiralSister · 07/06/2026 07:32

Great idea for a thread. I also love thinking about clothes and planning outfits.
All my summery things are pulsing away in the wardrobe whilst I look out at a windblown, rainy landscape though..

I did wear this rather lovely embroidered waistcoat yesterday, with jeans and a shirt. In general I tend to the overdressed, when not in wellies and dog walking coat!

Anyone fancy a general (summer-themed) lovely clothes chat thread?
OneNewLeader · 07/06/2026 07:35

Mango, khaki ankle length wide leg trousers with a COS long shirt, burgundy Dr Marten brogues. For a lazy day ahead.

SoScarletItWas · 07/06/2026 07:42

I’ve just bought a fabulous summer frock which is unlike my usual style (I’m a soft dramatic) - it’s a tiered maxi with shirred waist and slight ruffles round the neck in ‘bright dark blue’ if that not a contradiction. It’s super swishy and looks amazing. Actually now I describe it does sound - and is! - pretty dramatic.

Of course, the weather changed the day I got it so I’ve worn it for about six minutes so far.

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