Maxi dress with trousers

Maxi dresses with trousers are like peaches and cream. In my opinion they naturally go together. I have been wearing dresses/tunics over trousers on and off for many years. For me they are the ideal combination. The trousers help to cover my legs (not the greatest aspect of my anatomy) and the dress covers my wider hips. This look is back in fashion. An added bonus as suitable dresses abound on the high street.

Here I am wearing a long cream and black stripe shirt dress by Mango. Teamed with a pair of cream cotton/linen crop trousers and long line cream tee Both by MeandEm.

I have kept my accessories simple as I felt that the maxi dress and trousers were the main event. I am wearing a straw panama hat and pointy toe sling back shoes by MarksandSpencer.

DRESSES AND TROUSERS:

If you are petite and want to try this look I would recommend keeping the trousers slim and the dress shorter. A tunic over trousers might be a better option.

SUITABLE DRESS & HATS:

PS. You might like to check out the Nordstrom half yearly sale. Some great bargains.

I had such fun taking these photos with Julie of Jaf in the box. A fashion and lifestyle blog with a french flavour. They were shot at Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park. The azaleas were in full bloom and provided the perfect background.

See more of Julie’s stunning photos on her Instagram

Chicatanyage

I write a fashion and beauty blog for women over 50 with the aim of inspiring mature women to continue to enjoy and have fun with their fashion choices. I have spent most of my working life in some way connected to fashion. I started my career in Fashion PR and then trained as an Image Consultant when my children were young. I subsequently worked in the corporate world running seminars, doing private coaching and speaking at conferences. I started my blog in 2009 as I wanted to share my years of experience working in the world of fashion. I truly believe we can continue to have confidence in the way we present ourselves. Our style may evolve with time and changing lifestyles, yet with a little knowledge and inspiration, we can all continue to have fun with fashion. As women of a certain age we are a growing demographic let us prove that we can also be a chic one.

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Ann says:

26th May 2017 at 16:39

Would never have thought of this combo for me, but it looks lovely on you. I think I'll try this out, too. Thanks. :)
- Ann says:
  
  26th May 2017 at 16:39
  
  P.S. Gorgeous photographs, by the way.
Ann Havard says:

26th May 2017 at 20:38

Not sure about this look, it's looks a bit like pyjamas to me!
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  27th May 2017 at 14:02
  
  I agree this look may not be for everybody.
Mary, The Pouting Pensioner says:

26th May 2017 at 23:05

Great outfit and amazing lake reflections! I seem to get my timing wrong when I visit Richmond Park :-(.
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  27th May 2017 at 14:01
  
  Thank you for your comment Mary. The best time to visit Richmond Park is May if you want the Azaleas.
Ann says:

27th May 2017 at 18:01

Beautiful pictures! Nice look on you!
Anita says:

28th May 2017 at 17:26

This is a lovely look on you.
jayniemarie says:

29th May 2017 at 13:51

Stunning. Love the look!