Thank you for all the lovely comments that you took the trouble to write recently. I really do appreciate them. You particularly liked my pleated maxi skirt. Wearing a skirt really did make a difference to the way I felt, so I thought that I would write another post featuring a skirt. This time on how to style a maxi skirt. The one I have chosen is the Flat Fronted Bias cut Ponte maxi skirt by MeandEm. It is a viscose mix so I will be able to wear it now and in the Spring and Summer teamed with a simple white tee and sandals. The high waist panel flares out into an A-line shape. It was very easy to pull on and comfortable to wear.
Once again I have layered up as it was very cold the day we took these photos. I am wearing my Cos cashmere polo neck under my padded gilet (many years old). I have put some similar examples below. My Arket belt adds definition to my waist.
I found that adding a touch of red really lifted my outfit. The headband was from St.Tropez market. You can find similar at Etsy. My large shawl was also from the market. Shawls and blankets have become very popular as they are ideal for wrapping around your shoulders if you are lounging on your sofa reading a book or watching Netflix. You could even use a small blanket. JohnLewis&Partners have some good ones in their bedding department. HopeFashionuk also has an excellent one.
More red in my long fringed cashmere scarf (I bought it on a trip to India many years ago). Similar at Etsy.
It is becoming difficult to put posts together at the moment as there is very little stock in the shops and none of us are going out at the moment. I thought that I would add a short survey below, (who can be bothered to fill those long survey monkey ones), to see which subjects you would like to feature more of. It would be great to make this space more inclusive. I felt that we all benefited from sharing our ideas on my recent post on “How to look after grey hair”. We are women of a certain age with lots of wisdom so feel free to ask questions on any subject including how you are feeling at the moment as well as how you want to look.
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The skirt looks fantastic but I'm 5ft tall so would have to find an alternative. I do wear skirts but knee length. I love the nutritional posts and have cooked the chocolate cake and pasta sauce lots of times. Make up tips are helpful. Tips on colouring and finding clothes to suit are very useful. I personally don't buy clothes on line so have bought really nothing since last March except essentials
I really like these outfits. I am a fan of me&em but have steered clear of their skirts as I worry that they would overwhelm me as I’m only 5’ 2”.
Could we start a conversation around sustainable fashion on your posts and second hand shopping sites such as Thrift+.
I'm always so happy to see a new blog has arrived! Thank you so much for continuing these during Covid!
I'd love to see some stretching or Pilates ideas. Love your casual dressing ideas as do many of us are home and trying to look pulled together!
Cheers Heather (Cowichan Bay BC Canada)
Yes to the suggestions made so far, plus more of the kind of healthful recipes you’ve shared previously. Exercising at home and eating better help us to look better in our clothes, and help us feel well enough to keep a lively interest in fashion & beauty. Your posts are quite cheering, Josephine; thank you for all your efforts!
Thank you for such a lovely post and wonderful photos! I am curious about where you purchased your boots? I really like them!
I really look forward to reading your blog. You have given me some great ideas. So don’t lose heart. I really liked your how to jazz up your joggers blog as I had just bought some very similar items from Baukjen so you gave me some great ideas as to how to pull the look together. All I need now is a pink hat. I like all the suggestions you mention. Or how about books, hobbies, yoga or tai chi, or on-line classes to pass the time.
I love to see your blogs too. Over the last 2 years I have discovered some great hair products and some new fashion creators as well, thanks to you! Not particularly interested in cooking/nutrition as I think I've reached that stage in life when I know enough - same goes for more exercising ideas too! BUT I do adore your fashion/hair/beauty ideas. I think a blog about genuinely sustainable fashion would be great, and certainly more of your ideas about "shopping the wardrobe". For example, we could be slowly coming out of Lockdown by the middle of March, by which time the weather might be improving, and after the long haul of winter, what are we all going to wear outside once again? Will we find "stuff" in our winter wardrobes we can reinvent?
You are a ray of sunshine! How about something inspiring on lounge wear? I end up wearing the same things over and over. Thanks!
I look forward to your posts and would enjoy all your suggestions as well as those from Sally, particularly books that you and others have enjoyed.
I enjoy your posts very much —so thanks for keeping on during this time! I agree with previous posters on Shop your Closet, nutritional postings, and sustainable fashion. I would also be interested in some on dressing for your body type, height etc. and some on your daily life in London, gardening etc. Thanks again!
I have noticed a couple of bloggers commenting on how hard it is to come up with new content right now. I really hope you can hang in there. I always love outfit ideas whether new pieces or how to shop my closet. I love cooking and reading so those would be good topics. On another note, I am looking at some Sole Bliss ankle boots. I think you were the one to first mention that brand. Has anyone tried on the combat boots or the ankle boots? I have “difficult” feet that Sole Bliss may address well. I really like the look of the ankle boots with skirts and that may tip me over into wearing skirts even in the colder weather.