Comments on: What To Wear?

By: judy

judy — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:43:58 +0000

Different bags for different clients has never occurred to me! What a great idea, and so much cheaper than a whole outfit. I reckon you could do an article on that, credit crunch chic and all that. And I love the idea of different glasses for Miss Arty and Miss Accountant. Thanks, Jen!

By: Jen Wight

Jen Wight — Wed, 20 May 2009 05:46:11 +0000

I guess it depends on the type of work you do. When I was freelance and I met with my charity clients I would wear slightly different clobber than my corporate ones. I had a nice, quirky handbag that one client even mentioned – this was good for lifting my more sober look for the more creative clients. Ebay is brilliant for great, quirky bags.

Between you and me, I even have two different types of glasses – one red and black funky pair for my creative days, one frameless for doing invoicing and the like. I think that I’m the only one that notices the difference.

By: judy

judy — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:01:26 +0000

Thanks, Marg, this sounds just the thing for a would-be celebrity author, and for anyone working from home who wants to make a good impression without spending loads of dosh. I’ll check it out next time I’m in the big city.

By: margaret chamberlain

margaret chamberlain — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:34:23 +0000

Next time you get the chance, go into COS in Regent St. (It’s on the corner next to Liberty)
They are a grown-ups version of H & M and their clothes are FAB. Very pared-down chic styles, simple unusual shapes. The Tshirts are good quality and the prices are pretty good.
They look very expensive because the fabrics are good.

By: judy

judy — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 13:32:29 +0000

Do you know, I’ve never noticed, but I’m going to keep my eyes peeled from now on! I think it’s great when you find an item of clothing or footwear you really love. I have a thing about stripey T shirts, which disappeared from the shops for a few years, but now they’re back, hurray! I got one from Gap the other day and can hardly bear to take it off.

By: Katie Harland

Katie Harland — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 20:55:32 +0000

It’s only the cheap and replica Uggs that do that wearing down on one side thing to my knowledge. Agree it looks awful and very uncomfortable. I’ve worn my Ugg Australia ones to death and they have never done that. They cost more but really do last. You can waterproof them with a spray available from Clarks btw, have never had a soggy toes issue! What an Ugg geek I am..!

By: judy

judy — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:33:09 +0000

Katie, it’s great to hear from you! Thanks for this recommendation, it reminds me I used to get their online newsletter. Kew is the more affordable sister of Jigsaw (love the clothes, cannot beLIEVE the prices. I popped into the Bath store only the other day to check out a simple leather bag in the window – £330 to you, madam! Had to leave immediately before I exploded with indignation). The style is similar and they have great colours – http://www.kew-online.com.

I totally agree about leaving Uggs over trousers to the youngsters. I have 2 big problems with wearing them outside apart from the age thing – they must soak up moisture like a sponge, and they give the foot very little support. All those girls you see with their feet going over to the side! Not a good look and surely bad for the feet?

By: Katie Harland

Katie Harland — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 14:07:27 +0000

Hi Judy, I’m recommending Kew stores for this – lovely wearable and timeless clothes which bridge the gap between casual and smart. Dress up their tops and knitwear with a skirt or pair of tailored trousers for meetings, or down with jeans or casual trousers for home. They have a great website if you don’t have a store near you (we don’t down here, as you know!).

Good luck with the book, look forward to reading a copy,
Katie (St Austell bookclub!)

PS I don’t think there’s anything wrong with wearing your Uggs out in public, so long as they’re worn under and not over trousers by anyone over 30 in my humble opinion..