This article was written for Annabel & Grace, which is now part of Rest Less.
It’s that time of year when many of us are thinking of having a clear out and updating our Autumn wardrobes. Often it’s the basics that need replacing – you know the sort of thing: a favourite jumper that’s been worn so much it’s looking a little faded and out of shape. Or perhaps you’re keen to inject some colour to make for a more uplifting winter. Or you’re looking for something that’s easy to wear yet glamorous now that Christmas is looming large. So here’s my edit from five of our favourite fashion brands – choices that will look amazing on 50+ women.
H O P E
Hope has really come up trumps with their Autumn/Winter collection. I fell in love immediately with the Cocoon jumper – the roll neck sits so perfectly (ie not clenching at my poor old turkey neck!) – it was the stand out piece for me among many other colourful and well-made designs. Check out our YouTube video here or at the end of this article, where Annabel and Nayna, the founder of Hope, chat about the new collection.
For more information on any of the above designs and/or see the entire Hope range, please visit the Hope website. As an A&G reader you are entitled to 15% discount with AG15.
V I V A I A
These are the fabulously comfortable, no-need-to-break-them-in shoes we were extolling in our August article. Since then we’ve been living in our Vivaia’s – most recently Annabel’s been wearing a pair of Square Toe Water Repellent Bootees with their funky heels and I’ve been loafing around (LOL) in some Square Toe Knot Loafers. Can also recommend you take a look at their Round Toe Ballet Flats which are a brilliant shape and available in plain and embroidered versions. A&G readers who use code aag15 are entitled to 15% discount.
M I N T V E L V E T
If your diary is already filling up with social engagements in the lead up to Christmas, then you may want to have a quick look at Mint Velvet’s new premium occasion wear. It’s gorgeous.
- Sequin shirt available in sizes 6 – 18.
- Black embellished trousers. Available in short, regular or long.
- White feather cuff shirt (machine washable – cotton and ostrich feathers)
M I S T Y
Misty champion natural fibres and the collection features cashmere, merino and yak yarn. I can vouch for the roll neck which keeps me cosy and warm when I’m working from home without the heating on! Get 10% discount when you use the code A&G10.
- High collar jumper in a thicker knit for warmth and beautifully soft as it’s 30% cashmere and 70% merino
- Roll neck in navy with burnt orange (one of my favourite jerseys)
- Cashmere and merino crew neck pocket cardigan. Machine washable, chunky 7-gauge knit
M A N D A R I N A
My eyes went immediately to the new Tassel Trim Boot. Available in two winter colours – navy and hazel. They look super comfortable and I adore the decorative tassel and practical side zip. If you are looking for some robust long boots, look no further than the Tramper. An enduring classic design that is super chic and yet practical, looking equally good indoors or out in the fresh air. For casual comfort try their best selling leather sneakers and/or for pure elegance, I’m not sure you’ll be able to do better than the Olivia Court Shoes. Visit the Mandarina website now to see all their wonderful, quirky, hard working footwear. Exclusive discount: Use code AG10 at checkout for 10% off
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