It’s garden party season!
With the special Palace of Holyroodhouse garden party taking place on the 3rd of July, we’re thinking ahead on what to wear for a garden party.
No, we aren’t heading to that, but late spring and summer is event season- and that means invitations! If your friendship and family circle isn’t having a party, why not host your own garden party? Take a look at our venue ideas, before scrolling down to discover your perfect outfit.
Garden party fashion is styled around whimsical designs. Fashion over 50 doesn’t have to be boring; now’s the time to ditch dark colours, and make the most out of gorgeous summer hues, dainty florals and luxe lace designs!
Dresses
Dresses are often a go-to for a pretty garden party look, so we’ve chosen the perfect dresses for over 50s. Choose from a classic garden party sundress, pretty lace design, soft linen look, a gorgeous embroidered dress or a chic shirt dress depending on how smart the occasion is! Not sure how smart to go? Take a look at the invite, or don’t be afraid to ask the host.
Left: ASOS Design Lace Midi Skater Dress, sizes 4-18, £75
Middle: Boden Anastasia Shirt Dress, sizes 6-22, was £80, now £56
Right: Phase Eight Patsy Floral Dress, sizes 6-20, £140
Tops
Trendy clothes for 50 year old women are oh-so easy to find on our shop; so we’ve picked the perfect garden party looks from here for you. Linen fabrics, chic white designs, pretty embroidery and lace are all go-to looks, so here are our favourites.
Left: Boden Abigail Embroidered Top, sizes 6-22, was £70, now £35
Middle: New Look Broderie Peplum Top, sizes 6-18, £17.99
Right: Marks & Spencer Linen Rich Printed Shirt, sizes 6-24, £25
Bottoms
Clothes for older women don’t just include smart dresses; smart trousers or pretty skirts are just as gorgeous! Floral prints, culottes and wide leg trousers are perfect for the occasion whilst keeping you cool, or a stylish lace skirt creates a feminine alternative to a dress.
Left: John Lewis & Partners Helen McAlinden Lana Floral Trousers, sizes 8-16, £180
Middle: River Island Petite Pink Wide Leg Trousers, sizes 4-16, £42
Right: La Redoute Flared Lace Midi Skirt, sizes 8-24, was £57, now £28.50
Shoes
Depending on the occasion; anything goes when it comes to shoes! Dress down your look with some chic white tennis-style trainers, don comfortable flat pumps, or choose some summery wedge sandals to elevate your look.
Left: The White Company Superga Classic Canvas Trainers, sizes 3-8, £50
Middle: John Lewis & Partners Dune Wide Fit Leather Koala Wedge Heel Sandals, sizes 3-8, £60
Right: Hobbs Pink Prior Ballerina Pumps, sizes 3-9, £89
Accessories
The perfect garden party accessories can really complete an outfit. If you’re heading to a casual occasion, choose a gorgeous straw sun hat, or chic fascinator for smarter occasions. Top off every look with some sophisticated sunglasses, and you’ll be ready for the perfect garden party!
Left: Next Pink/Gold Panama Hat, £16
Middle: Sunglass Hut Polo Ralph Lauren Sunglasses, £1o9
Right: Phase Eight Zoe Split Back Disc Fascinator, £65
Are you heading to any garden parties this year? Tell us all about them in the comments below!
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