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Rosiebee Tue 30-Jun-26 15:01:26

Just been asked to go to a Take That concert tomorrow night with my lovely stepson, daughter in law and granddaughter. They have free tickets. What to wear!?!?!. I'm 74 and round and usually wear a loose top and either linen trousers or jeans if going out for a meal. It's at a football stadium and we'll be seated. I think I'm over thinking this but don't want to stand out like a sore thumb. Help!!

ViceVersa Tue 30-Jun-26 15:10:48

Honestly, wear whatever you want and feel comfortable in. There will be people of all ages there, wearing all sorts of clothes and no-one will bat an eyelid no matter what you wear.

GrannyGravy13 Tue 30-Jun-26 15:18:01

I went to Take That at the London Stadium on Saturday (27/06/26) I wore loose jeans, platform trainers and a cool top.

It was very hot, there were females (and men) of all ages, wearing every style you could think of.

Enjoy, it was fabulous.

MissAdventure Tue 30-Jun-26 15:26:38

Wear your jeans, and your husbands shirt. (presuming and hoping he's around)

ginny Tue 30-Jun-26 19:43:51

I doubt there will be anyone but you worried about what you are wearing.
Enjoy!

Hithere Tue 30-Jun-26 23:33:04

Whatever you are comfortable with

Have a blast! So jelaous (in a good way)

Susieq62 Wed 01-Jul-26 13:44:16

It will be amazing! Take layers in case it turns chilly or wet ! Anything goes these days and just enjoy it .

Newgran59 Wed 01-Jul-26 13:51:23

What you describe as your normal wear sounds perfect, so go with your favourite jeans/linen trousers and a nice top. Have a great time.

Suzieque66 Wed 01-Jul-26 13:55:25

No one will be looking at you ! That's what my Dad always said to me !

Lallylou Wed 01-Jul-26 13:56:28

Most definitely wear what is the most comfortable. Either outfits sound great! Just you go with the flow.....I'm envious!

crazyH Wed 01-Jul-26 14:01:03

I’m jealous - I love Take That

Visgir1 Wed 01-Jul-26 14:05:19

Wear something you can climb stairs in... Jeans Trainers and tops will do. Have a great time, I tried to get Tickets for a Stadium near me but all sold out, so enjoy.

StTrinians Wed 01-Jul-26 14:16:52

Whenever I go to a pop concert I wear shorts and t shirts, or thin trousers, and a loose top. Make sure that you wear comfortable shoes. Take a thin cotton jumper as often it gets chilly. You may need a thin raincoat rolled up/ brolly. I love Take That. Lucky you! smile

Doodledog Wed 01-Jul-26 14:25:53

I agree that you should wear something comfortable if you are going to have to walk from the car to the stadium, as it can be a bit of a hike.

There will be women of all ages at a Take That gig, so don't overthink it.

And enjoy - I'm envious!

Newatthis Wed 01-Jul-26 14:26:27

I don't think anyone will notice what anyone is wearing - too many people and Take That concerts are fantastic so all eyes will be fixed to the stage.

kittylester Wed 01-Jul-26 14:30:34

Are they called pop concerts any more?

Evertheoptimist Wed 01-Jul-26 14:38:21

I’m going to see them in Dublin on Saturday. Can’t wait!

Kats2 Wed 01-Jul-26 14:44:43

Just in case be prepared people quite often stand up at these sort of concerts…

Magenta8 Wed 01-Jul-26 14:49:26

Lucky you. Enjoy.

GrannyGravy13 Wed 01-Jul-26 14:51:18

Evertheoptimist

I’m going to see them in Dublin on Saturday. Can’t wait!

Ooh The Scripts home concert, they were really good on Saturday 👏👏👏

HobbyCat Wed 01-Jul-26 15:04:04

Don’t count on being seated, as soon as the band are about to appear everyone gets up to dance! So make sure you wear some comfortable shoes, trainers ideally.

Notagranny44 Wed 01-Jul-26 15:29:32

I would advise taking some ear plugs with you. I've only attended one pop concert and I was really glad of them. I could easily hear the music with them in place!

vickymeldrew Wed 01-Jul-26 15:49:26

In the nicest possible way Rosiebee, what could you possibly wear that you think could make you ‘stand out like a sore thumb’?

ViceVersa Wed 01-Jul-26 15:54:52

Notagranny44

I would advise taking some ear plugs with you. I've only attended one pop concert and I was really glad of them. I could easily hear the music with them in place!

Concert earplugs are an absolute game-changer! I wouldn't be without mine now, especially as the gigs I tend to go out are very loud indeed. No ringing in the ears the next day, and you can hear the music just as well.

Casdon Wed 01-Jul-26 15:55:54

vickymeldrew

In the nicest possible way Rosiebee, what could you possibly wear that you think could make you ‘stand out like a sore thumb’?

A flowery crimplene dress, a cardigan, tights, and court shoes, topped with a beige anorak perhaps? I’m absolutely sure she wouldn’t dream of that though!