Blogging has once again taken a back seat, as I've been catapaulting back and forth between London and Sheffield, getting into my new job, and sorting out wedding invitations.
Last weekend back in Sheffield though, I made a startling realisation. I am getting older and the sorts of fashion shops that once were hugely appealing are no longer so. We were in
Debenhams and I was struggling to find anything in the usual concessions stands that I had any interest in. Those "younger" concessions have their place, i.e. Warehouse and Oasis do great party dresses but I struggled to find anything I would wear day-to-day.
We trotted on to John Lewis and I found abundant clothes that I was much more drawn to. I ended up bringing home this
delightful tunic/dress from
White Stuff, a range I've never normally even thought about but that I've actually come to like a lot, and they have a
great sale at the moment.
Whilst I've also been used to dressing quite "officey" for work, things are a lot more laid back at my new company so I am looking to tone it down a little, and I think this fits the bill perfectly for a laidback office day or weekend wear. It can be worn with jeans, leggings, tights or even maybe *whispers* bare-legged in the summer.
Other other current bits I like which would be suitable for work or play:
I also adore the fact that White Stuff are a socially responsible company, supporting local charities, and believing in "being different, making a difference and making the world a little happier" (from
here) and their
White Stuff Foundation works with disadvantaged children and young people, giving 1% of the company's annual profits to good causes. That just makes me feel
warm inside.
