Where to buy clothing for women 50+in DC?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There is a poster who always mentions her "ponte pants and silk scarves" as if that's the height of good taste. I honestly can't remember the last time I wore a silk scarf, if ever.

Yes! And for years has been talking about her crisp button ups. I was about to respond and say I wonder if it is the same person and then I reread the post above and lo and behold she mentions the button ups.

Who wears “crisp” button ups anymore? They were a thing when I went to law school 20 years ago. Not so much now. Maybe the Hermes scarves pull it all together

NP. Let's not act like DCUM is some exclusive group that should tear apart those who don't fit your idea of cool. Everyone can weigh in with opinions and offer advice. Maybe some other person found the pp's suggestions helpful. No need to be snarky.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Bananna Republc
J Crew
Neimans
Saks

Hell no to Chicos, Talbots, Ann Taylor J Jill all frumpy

While this would be true if you dressed head to toe from these places I don’t rule any of them out completely. Talbots can be good for classic or basics, JJill has the occasional Anthro look alike shirt, etc. Chico’s is pretty hopeless, but I did actually get a cute pair of petite wide leg jeans there last year. Basics tend to look the same no matter where they come from.

J Jill occasionally has a very pretty sweater and they have plain jersey knit skirts that wash well.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Someone upthread knocked Talbots. I have scored Talbots for years as old lady clothes, but in terrible frustration last fall looking for pants that were not total cheap-o fabrics and were not cropped or with some weird "flair"....I ended up at Talbots. I bought these and I absolutely love them -- comfortable, they hang/wear well, lined, nice fabric, classic cut:
https://www.talbots.com/luxe-italian-stretch-flannel-wide-leg-pants/P233079611.html?dwvar_P233079611_color=BURGUNDY&dwvar_P233079611_sizeType=MS&dwvar_P233079611_size=012&cmp=dfc-TLB-google-pla-OG_GOOG_PLA_PLA_BRAND_REV_GENERAL&ogmap=PLA|PLA|GOOG|BRAND||SITEWIDE||OG_GOOG_PLA_PLA_BRAND_REV_GENERAL|{adgroup}|161525910121|20958890288|&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoKeuBhCoARIsAB4Wxte9lvQggbvIPM22yHkm4uoVeJKepIA7jykIxMXR_UStBMUyv80qOwMaAvvLEALw_wcB

Those track as old-lady "slacks" to me. So I'll continue to agree with anyone knocking Talbots.

I dunno…

https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/us/p/curve-love-a-and-f-sloane-tailored-pant-52812268?faceout=model&seq=17

[Anonymous]

How about Vince and Theory? I’m in my 30s though so feel free to ignore.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How about Vince and Theory? I’m in my 30s though so feel free to ignore.

im in my 50s and love theory and Vince

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Totally understand those were such great spots! A few places I’ve found that still feel stylish but age appropriate Ella Rue in Georgetown has some lovely pieces, and Take Care Shop on H Street has a small but curated clothing section with a relaxed, elevated vibe. Also worth checking out Proper Topper they carry a mix of accessories and unique clothing items that feel special but wearable.

If you’re open to online options, I’ve found some surprisingly great finds through https://gmadealsandstealstoday.weebly.com/ It’s not DC-specific, but they sometimes feature smaller brands or elevated basics that work well for 50+ without leaning too trendy. Definitely worth a peek!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Someone upthread knocked Talbots. I have scored Talbots for years as old lady clothes, but in terrible frustration last fall looking for pants that were not total cheap-o fabrics and were not cropped or with some weird "flair"....I ended up at Talbots. I bought these and I absolutely love them -- comfortable, they hang/wear well, lined, nice fabric, classic cut:
https://www.talbots.com/luxe-italian-stretch-flannel-wide-leg-pants/P233079611.html?dwvar_P233079611_color=BURGUNDY&dwvar_P233079611_sizeType=MS&dwvar_P233079611_size=012&cmp=dfc-TLB-google-pla-OG_GOOG_PLA_PLA_BRAND_REV_GENERAL&ogmap=PLA|PLA|GOOG|BRAND||SITEWIDE||OG_GOOG_PLA_PLA_BRAND_REV_GENERAL|{adgroup}|161525910121|20958890288|&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoKeuBhCoARIsAB4Wxte9lvQggbvIPM22yHkm4uoVeJKepIA7jykIxMXR_UStBMUyv80qOwMaAvvLEALw_wcB

Those track as old-lady "slacks" to me. So I'll continue to agree with anyone knocking Talbots.

Apparently "classy" is now old and frumpy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:There is a poster who always mentions her "ponte pants and silk scarves" as if that's the height of good taste. I honestly can't remember the last time I wore a silk scarf, if ever.

Yes! And for years has been talking about her crisp button ups. I was about to respond and say I wonder if it is the same person and then I reread the post above and lo and behold she mentions the button ups.

Who wears “crisp” button ups anymore? They were a thing when I went to law school 20 years ago. Not so much now. Maybe the Hermes scarves pull it all together

I'm not that poster, but it is a good, classic look. You will definitely look polished and nice for many different occassions if you're wearing a white button up, jeans, blazer, silk scarf. (I don't but see women who look great like that)

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How about Vince and Theory? I’m in my 30s though so feel free to ignore.

I'm 57 and wear tons of Vince. I love their silk blouses.

Also Jil Sander, Reiss. Probably some others I can't think of off the top of my head.

[Anonymous]

Go to old town and you can go in person to The Hive, J McLaughlin & Sara Campbell (don’t look at their website - looks old lady, but in person I always find some good options). Then go to athleta to stock up on basics for working out.

[Anonymous]

I find great things in Banana Republic. Not loving Reiss lately. Been finding cute Ted Baker stuff in Bloomingdales. My favorite DC store is Scanlon Theodore, but it's really pricey.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I find great things in Banana Republic. Not loving Reiss lately. Been finding cute Ted Baker stuff in Bloomingdales. My favorite DC store is Scanlon Theodore, but it's really pricey.

I'm the pp who mentioned Reiss. It's been a while since I was looking for anything, that's unfortunate. Hope they find their way back from wherever they went.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Someone upthread knocked Talbots. I have scored Talbots for years as old lady clothes, but in terrible frustration last fall looking for pants that were not total cheap-o fabrics and were not cropped or with some weird "flair"....I ended up at Talbots. I bought these and I absolutely love them -- comfortable, they hang/wear well, lined, nice fabric, classic cut:
https://www.talbots.com/luxe-italian-stretch-flannel-wide-leg-pants/P233079611.html?dwvar_P233079611_color=BURGUNDY&dwvar_P233079611_sizeType=MS&dwvar_P233079611_size=012&cmp=dfc-TLB-google-pla-OG_GOOG_PLA_PLA_BRAND_REV_GENERAL&ogmap=PLA|PLA|GOOG|BRAND||SITEWIDE||OG_GOOG_PLA_PLA_BRAND_REV_GENERAL|{adgroup}|161525910121|20958890288|&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoKeuBhCoARIsAB4Wxte9lvQggbvIPM22yHkm4uoVeJKepIA7jykIxMXR_UStBMUyv80qOwMaAvvLEALw_wcB

Those track as old-lady "slacks" to me. So I'll continue to agree with anyone knocking Talbots.

I dunno…

https://www.abercrombie.com/shop/us/p/curve-love-a-and-f-sloane-tailored-pant-52812268?faceout=model&seq=17

Talbots can style things old-lady, but if you can style yourself you’ll be much better off!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Now that Betsy Fisher, Wear It Well, and Forecast are no more, where should I shop? TIA

Have you looked into hiring an image consultant? They can be worth their weight in gold.

[Anonymous]

I'm in my sixties and love Vince, Theory and Rag and Bone.