I Blame MawB ( not my fault at all!)

I've solved the on and off problem. We had our loo slightly raised on a plinth to aid DH's mobility and guess what? It's the perfect height for sitting on - lid down, natch! and putting on or pulling off boots.

A likely story Grammar ! ?
Closed wool shops, wet feet etc. We all know you headed straight for that shoe shop like a bee for clover.
Where are you btw ...the Klondike?

They are also easy to get on and off - another factor now that I'm at the how do I reach my toes? stage

grammaretto those look absolutely lovely! Unusual, stylish and warm too! Win-win

Grammaretto, the power of MawB. ?
Maw, failing shops should employ you to lift them out of the doldrums!

Gabriella used to have that effect on me. ?

Ooooo, those look comfortable, Grammaretto. If I wore leather, I'd grab a pair in a split second!

I bought boots in the sale today. I must have picked up Maw's thoughts subliminally.

I went shopping for knitting wool but that shop was closed so as my feet were wet I had to check out the shoe shop sale.
I haven't taken my boots off yet. They are doubling as slippers. It is cccold here Brrr.

Says in the Blurb:
Designed for frozen winters and fierce women. This pull-on boot takes on cold conditions with a super-comfortable, low-bulk insulation and a waterproof lining.
They are Merrell and were half price. Not glamorous but who cares!

Thanks, annep1. They match the Tardis p.j. bottoms my son bought for me! As soon as I come through the front door, the slippers and lounge pants go on and the bra comes off. All about comfort these days.

Sorry MawB I don’t think I explained it properly.

There were no scarves there when I went and they said they only had the one and had recently sold it.

Yes a three figure price tag for a scarf made me gulp !!

Also when I joined a couple of years ago she was running a very active thread on "knickers"
Not me I think Rufus, a couple of years ago was when my husband died and I don’t think “knickers” were on my mind.
However, if you can find a link I am happy to stand corrected.

Jan-20 10:53:30 Urmstongran
Maw wasn’t that the cardigan that Gabriella said she wouldn’t touch with a barge pole because it was too distinctive and would shout out to people enabling them to think ‘oh she’s wearing that again’

Fortunately I never subscribed to that style particular bible and would rather be remembered for wearing something distinctive and I suppose it depends on your tone of voice if you say “oh she’s wearing that again”
jennifer eccles I wonder whether as the scarf was still there, if GabbyG did not in fact buy it, but never let the facts gets the way of a good story? I remember seeing them in Liberty's a few years ago, all slightly different, being one-offs.
With a three figure price tag you would expect it to be unique

This reminds me of Gabriella sharing a picture of a beautiful blue scarf she bought in Guildford back in the Spring or Summer .

I went in a few days later and it was the only one!

I remember it was pricey though so I may not have been tempted although it was such a beautiful blue!

Seasalt usually have reliable garment sizing for each item. I use this measurement, item description (e.g. semi-fitted, relaxed etc) & the reviews to work out what size to order. I find triangulating these factors is a reliable guide for me.

For semi-fitted tops, as a 14-16, size 16 is reliably sound for big boobs & generous girth. For trousers, I find many of the trousers/skirts generously cut & can load into a 12 comfortably.

@HettyMaud - have a look at Moshulu
www.moshulu.co.uk/womens-boots

The range isn't huge but they do have some lovely colours and, IME, their boots are very comfortable.

Can anyone suggest leather ankle boots with a slight heel and wide at the toes? Want some to wear with dresses/skirts. Got to be careful not to look silly. My legs are short and slim. I wear flats mostly but hate them as I look dumpy.
Also I now wear mostly navy clothes, sometimes grey, so don't really want black boots. Thinking of maybe very dark red? Help needed.

Very nice Marydoll...they will go with anything ( including me when you leave them lying around in The Alphabet Bar) I always give orphan boots a good home.☺️

Just received a lovely Joules Beth dress ,love it size 12 bright pink fits a treat but I 've got a really sore middle toe so the heels that are needed may be a no no and it won't go with flats ....do I keep it ? Hmm I will try on again and decide .

@dragonfly46: I'm between 14 & 16 in most brands and a Seasalt size 16 always fits me perfectly.

Love the slippers gmarie

I love Sketchers, they're so comfortable, like walking on air. They also make them in small sizes, and my local Pavers usually have them in stock.

Can I ask - do Seasalt come up big or small. I am between a 12 and 14 - what should I buy?

Maw wasn’t that the cardigan that Gabriella said she wouldn’t touch with a barge pole because it was too distinctive and would shout out to people enabling them to think ‘oh she’s wearing that again’.

My wardrobe choices have been in there for years (oh dear, thinking ‘smells’ now) and I’m probably famous around here for wearing them!

Actually as a WASPI I get my state pension this summer. I intend to have a clear out and hit the shops! I hate shopping so it will have to be several small splurges it’s the only way I can bear buying stuff!

If you like sea salt you would probably like Mistral too!

I’ve been, I’ve seen & at first glance, signed up for newbie discount....

Before I dive into a spending frenzy, help me desist.
What is quality of Mistral fabric?
Sizing?

After reading the buying new boots thread started by MawB
lemongrove;
Also when I joined a couple of years ago she was running a very active thread on "knickers"!
It's probably still in the archives, filed under "kulture"!
Have you resisted buying any more since then?
Sorry, I think I'm mixing this thread up with the other one on smells!

Ah, Gaunt, I wish ...
Those sleek brown legs are not my own and are not included with the boots!