Detail your latest clothes and slap related purchases here #2

[shifting gears]

I've never been in a tailor's before!
I should ask for as discount as I have the same surname!

Let us know how this goes. My guess is a barely perceptible slightly raised eyebrow

 

[Orang Utan]

Let us know how this goes. My guess is a barely perceptible slightly raised eyebrow

I tried it once at an off-licence that had my full name - didn't work

 

[killer b]

this sweatshirt, in anticipation of summer which surely must be on it's way soon

 

[moonsi til]

Have ordered this

 

[moose]

^ There are certain things I see online that make me go 'Now that's a moonsi til frock.'
That would definitely be one of them.

 

[RubyToogood]

Delighted to discover Hirsch Natur socks still exist and can be bought online. Best socks ever. Super warm and pull right up, even on my less than slender legs.

 

[Rebelda]

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Delighted to discover Hirsch Natur socks still exist and can be bought online. Best socks ever. Super warm and pull right up, even on my less than slender legs.

Oooh, are they expensive?

 

[RubyToogood]

Oooh, are they expensive?

Yes, frankly. But you only need one pair, I wear them as oversocks as it were.

 

[Looby]

I’ve been uncharacteristically organised and ordered a dress for a wedding in September. I hope I still like it then.

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Not sure about footwear. I can’t wear heels, I’m not very good with anything but trainers or Birkenstocks.

I’m thinking maybe ankle boots would be ok. I’ll try a few.

 

[spanglechick]

I’ve been uncharacteristically organised and ordered a dress for a wedding in September. I hope I still like it then.

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Not sure about footwear. I can’t wear heels, I’m not very good with anything but trainers or Birkenstocks.

I’m thinking maybe ankle boots would be ok. I’ll try a few.

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Cowboy boots. The answer is cowboy boots.

 

[Me76]

Cowboy boots. The answer is cowboy boots.

I can't do cowboy boots cos my high foot arch means I can't get in them. It makes me sad.

 

[izz]

I can't do cowboy boots cos my high foot arch means I can't get in them. It makes me sad.

When you say you can't get in them - do you mean you can't get y'plates into the boots or they're impossible to wear once on ? Sorry to be pedantic but I've seen a few cowboy-looking boots with zips y'see.

 

[Looby]

Cowboy boots. The answer is cowboy boots.

Not for me I don’t think but thanks.

It’s quite a fancy venue too so I think they’d be too casual. Flat would be good though!

 

[Cloo]

Fairly straightforward suit from Mango for job interviews - pulled the trick of buying a slightly small jacket so it hangs nicer and fits nicely (because trousers are supposed to be a bit cropped) so I think will look more expensive than it is. Will wear with more interesting top

 

[RubyToogood]

Fairly straightforward suit from Mango for job interviews - pulled the trick of buying a slightly small jacket so it hangs nicer and fits nicely (because trousers are supposed to be a bit cropped) so I think will look more expensive than it is. Will wear with more interesting top

I've never had a suit and have always slightly wanted one. I can only imagine the polyester horror of the plus size suit Always half planned to make one

 

[Cloo]

I'm slightly worried it might come over too formal for the place I'm hoping to get a face to face interview at - may go for just the trousers with a top and nice jewellery.

 

[RubyToogood]

I'm slightly worried it might come over too formal for the place I'm hoping to get a face to face interview at - may go for just the trousers with a top and nice jewellery.

I don't think you'd be overdressed. I don't think wearing a suit to an interview is ever going to be a faux pas.

 

[Cloo]

I don't think you'd be overdressed. I don't think wearing a suit to an interview is ever going to be a faux pas.

Yeah, I'd probably err on the side of too smart!

 

[Cloo]

Also got this lipstick 'Mehr' shade from Mac - I have some strong, eveningy ones, but again for job interviews needed a more natural shade. When I put it on at home I worried it was almost too close to my natural colour, but the matte finish gives it a different quality so it'll be a good finish for a natural look. Teen was a bit horrified at the price it was,but I told them I've found pricey ones are worth it for staying power, not getting on your teeth, feeling nice on and so forth.

 

[sojourner]

This gorgeous shawl pin, to hold my work cardigans closed when it's cold.

Celtic Shawl Pin With Grey Quartz Ghost Crystal Beads in - Etsy UK

This Shawl Pins item by WychtreeCottage has 44 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from United Kingdom. Listed on 27 Feb, 2023

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[Aladdin]

I don't think you'd be overdressed. I don't think wearing a suit to an interview is ever going to be a faux pas.

I look horrendous in a suit.
I've square shoulders and am quite broad. Was always so even at my thinnest 7.5 stone.
I look like an interrogator.
Last interview I had I wore a flowery top to tone down the shoulders. Still looked like a brick.

 

[moose]

I've never had a suit and have always slightly wanted one. I can only imagine the polyester horror of the plus size suit Always half planned to make one

Yep For a long time, I had to wear one for client meetings - dashing round Switzerland, sweating like a bastard, giving everyone I met an electric shock.
I eventually realised a nice black dress, tattoo-covering tights and comfy wedges did the job just as well, and I didn't look like an over-heated box.

 

[RubyToogood]

Yep For a long time, I had to wear one for client meetings - dashing round Switzerland, sweating like a bastard, giving everyone I met an electric shock.
I eventually realised a nice black dress, tattoo-covering tights and comfy wedges did the job just as well, and I didn't look like an over-heated box.

Well I was thinking more of a sort of 40s style number than office suit. Or something.

 

[Looby]

I’ve also had horrible experiences with plus size suits. I did find a nice jacket from simply be a few years ago. I needed a court jacket for my old job to throw over dresses in an emergency. Nice fabric, no sparks.

I need to lose weight before I can wear it but I don’t do court in this job. It’s now my too small funeral jacket.

 

[Looby]

Me again.
Would these boots be too casual with the dress?

 

[Aladdin]

Me again.
Would these boots be too casual with the dress?
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They would look nice together.
The heel and almond toe make them look dressy..I think.

 

[Plumdaff]

I think the dress is absolutely gorgeous Looby and I think the boots will work.

 

[moonsi til]

The boots are fab Looby & very much like a cowboy boot.

 

[Looby]

Thanks everyone, I hope the boots are good when they get here! Yes they are a bit cowboy boot ish after saying that was too casual.
I’m still worried about this, I imagine everyone else is going to be in pretty shoes and sandals.

 

[killer b]

Surely one of the great things about modernity is that 'too casual' just means turning up in your pyjamas now. Cowboy boots, converse trainers & dr martens have all passed into formal wear, if you want them to be formal wear.