Dressing with a bit of an 'edgy' look.

[Richtea67]

Hi, I need to re vamp my wardrobe for autumn/winter and need some advice on how to incorporate a bit of 'edgy chic'. I'm early 40's, 5ft 2, size 14/16 and hour glass shape with big boobs and a bit of a mum tum. I have dark hair and olive skin, so tend to suit darker/autumn colours. I need a couple of staple bits, and some clothes I can also wear for work ( casual dress code). I already have some chunky boots and a grey leather jacket. I went shopping today in local town and it was totally uninspiring!

@Holidaymodeon , it is. I took the OP to want a stylish look that just had a bit of an edge or twist. Maybe a dress or outfit that really suited her but with something - possibly a detail ot necklace - to make it a knockout look.

I got a great pair of second hand leather leggings from Vinted. That adds a little edge to boots and a slouchy jumper.

I totally agree. The op who has lost her way with style, as so many of us do when we have children, was reaching out for a few pointers and has been bombarded with posts trying to convince her to become a goth in her mid 40’s.
Disturbia reminds me of a fancy dress website. As much as the previous posters had the best intentions and I’m pleased they are happy with their personal look, it really would not be flattering on someone older, carrying extra weight.
I personally interpreted her request as wanting something more interesting/alternative than the average mum uniform. Perhaps some bolder colours, more interesting fabrics textures, silhouettes.

Really? I hope thats not true. The clothes look beautiful and just my vibe - I just ordered a big haul. Ive recently dropped two dress sizes and all my winter clothes dont fit. I thought it time for a revamp, and I am quite 'edgy/alt' in style in general (previous lived in lucy and yak dungarees, floral dresses and docs). I still like the clothes I wore as a teen tbh. I want to dress like that again and I see no reason why not. Im 52 btw.

I just can't do the classy simple elegance that some 50 year olds can pull off. I cant bare heels or pointy toes, and I have naturally wild hair and am a bit of a scruff bag. Feel I want to just lean into the real me really.

Bare heels need well-cared for feet.

I hope you find some nice bits in there.
I do think though, after a certain age, wearing lots of man made fibres can be uncomfortable and less forgiving.
You might be better off using the site as inspiration for your new wardrobe and finding similar pieces that are second hand but better quality, like Vivienne Westwood as an example. I have a Vivienne Westwood coat that has that same sort of punk vibe but it’s beautifully made and made from wool. Anyway, just my personal thoughts. Some people are not bothered about wearing polyester but I feel really uncomfortable especially when you’re menopausal.

A lot of people have mentioned jewellery as a way look ‘edgy.’ Check out this site for pieces and inspiration that fit the brief…https://www.louisewade.com/?srsltid=AU7gw4VIinBIK9E61-MjH5B611V5ONz00bCKVHIz9wrD_OwgmhRdHcXC

Rock Chic Lite?
https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/style_and_beauty/5572267-rock-chick-lite?utm_campaign=thread&utm_medium=app_share

@rockstarshoes thank you.. the R13 site linked to on that thread is just fabulous!

I spend Far Too Much Time on the R13 site. N-a-P carries the label but denudes it of all atmosphere. (Which is good for disabusing myself of the impression that I need a pair of huge raggedy shorts.)

Im not sure edgy exists anymore. Edgy suggests not mainstream everything is acceptable everything is mainstream now.

This came up on River Island today, like the vibe

I’m honestly baffled there’s still so many grown adults trying to gatekeep what edgy/alt is. It’s just missing someone trying to call OP a poser!

I thought we’d all grow out of this nonsense after high school but apparently not.