Dressing for Communions, part two!

After last weeks's successful blog about ideas for dressing for Communions, Confirmations, Christenings and  any other non-wedding, family and church related events we decided to take another look. A reader request suggested that older ladies are somewhat ignored in the fashion world, they tend to be excluded from blogs and magazines and so we were asked to give them a helping hand!

I imagine these lovely ladies are a little over looked as us young ones think they either (a) don't care for new fashion trends  (b )are stuck in their ways and will only wear the styles they've been wearing for the last decade* or (c) they are so fashion forward that they have it sussed already and well, just don't need our help!

(*Not the opinion of Recessionista HQ - we think the older ladies are super stylish and may only use this blog post as a bit of light reading and if we're honest something to laugh about , but we do like to give our opinion anyway).

But we are glad a reader asked us to take a look at some style options for the older lady and its yet another sunny April day here at Recessionista HQ and we are very excited about taking a different look at fashion this week, heres hoping we get it right!

The first look we are loving this week is this fabulous Black dress, from Dorothy Perkins! It is a tailored fit and the berry tie around he waist is a nice little pop of colour! It can be yours for €59.

Team it with a tailored blazer, either black or berry, we recommend this peplum blazer from Isme.com, it really is an investment piece as you can dress up lots of outfits, whether you choose red berry or black!

Littlewoods Ireland have these open toe court shoes, with 3 inch heel for €31!

Sticking with dresses and with Littlewoods Irl this floral (below the knee) number is perfect for the most clever Recessionaista Lovelies as it is only €31! 

Yep you read it right, €31! This is our most cost effective look of the week as you probably have shoes in either black or any of the floral colours in the dress stashed somewhere at the bottom of your wardrobe and the long sleeves mean (if we're luck enough) a nice dry day will reduce the need for a jacket! Sorted!

Ladies please check out this link to Next Online to see the most gorgeous plum/berry trouser suit! We know the great stylists at Next have done our work for us by putting this entire outfit together, we just had to show you, it is chic, tailored and we are head over heels in love with it! Unfortunately we cannot get the image into the blog (don't forget we're still quite new to this)  but please click the link and have a look.

Next up River Island now we know what you're thinking; oh I can't shop there its not age appropriate, pffft we beg to differ!

This sexy but classy black textured tube skirt literally suits everyone aged 20 to 70! It is a perfect length to keep your modesty in tact, yet show off your fabulous curves all for just €25!

You can be bang on trend with a very forgiving peplum top like this pastel pink embellished gem from New Look! It is chic, stylish, and very affordable at only €29.99!

Never mind you lot, this look is on my wishlist now too!

A timeless look is classic navy and white. Below are our favourite choices!

Navy bootcut trousers from River Island Online, yes bootcut is back and what better way to rock the trend than with this fab pair of trousers for only €30!

BooHoo.com have this stunning white chiffon wrap bodysuit for a budget busting €16!

Now don't freak out at the word 'bodysuit' the wrap around effect works well on fuller figures and small frames and the fact it is a bodysuit means when you sit down you won't have to worry about that awkward moment when your trousers lower and your top rises to leaves nothing to the imagination! The sleeves also make this a must have for those of you that are arm-conscious!

River Island White Bootcut trousers for only €30!

We think this Blue Floral Crochet top from New Look is bright, summery and doesn't hurt your pocket (€19.99)

Ladies whether you love fashion or just want to be comfortable, remember no matter how old you are, or how young you feel, your life can be your fashion show, and every day is a chance to express your style, taste and personality. 

We hope this blog has been a bit helpful, even in the smallest way, we're a success.

 Its why Recessionista Styling was started, we love fashion, we love to write and if we help or inspire even just one person, then our job is done!

As always if you have style queries or would like a blog on a specific topic, all you have to do is email recessionistastying@gmail.com

Have a fashion filled week!

xx