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The shirt a wardrobe staple -‘Style not Age’ challenge

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Monday, 25 June 2018 / Published in Friends and Family, Home, News, Style & Beauty

The shirt a wardrobe staple -‘Style not Age’ challenge

Jacqui’s shirt challenge ‘The Shirt a Wardrobe Staple’ got me counting the number of shirts in my wardrobe. Dozens, literally dozens.  My ‘go to’ daily wear is skinny jeans and a shirt, usually worn outside and covering the bum.

This month is a little different as Jacynth from The Bias Cut kindly gifted us each a Gibson & Birbeck shirt from her online shopping site.

I have been a fan of Jacynth and The Bias cut.com since I joined Laurie from vanityandme and Gail from isthismutton for a photoshoot last November in London. You can read all about the wonderful clothes I modelled that day HERE.

Jacynth’s mission to champion the older woman drew me to her initially and her ‘Ageism is never in Style’ motto and badge is gathering momentum daily. You can order one free from her website, as I did.

Founded in early 2016, The Bias Cut is the first online premium fashion boutique dedicated to truly celebrating style at every age. Style doesn’t fade, it evolves, and they uniquely curate collections that recognise that.

Anyway back to the shirt.

The shirt is a 100%  high quality,  gorgeous, poplin cotton from the Gibson & Birbeck label, designed in Scotland.

The long-sleeved shirt is clean and androgynous, with a relaxed fit, perfect for women of all ages, shapes and sizes.

What I love is the unique take on a classic white shirt, seen immediately in the unusual prints.

Jacqui (whose challenge this is) and I both chose the fishing net print, but the sky is the limit, literally, when it comes to the designs, with everything from pineapples to birds printed on the shirts.

Jacqui styled hers with white jeans and added a pop of colour with her red bag. Find out more on mummabstylish.

Anna chose the dandelion print shirt, beautifully styled against the sea behind her. You need to head over to her blog annasislandstyle to see where she got her clothes.

Emma picked the jay bird feather print shirt and you can learn more by flying over to thestylesplash and having a look at her post. I am loving all the blue accessories and look at those shoes.

I styled it with an old pair of bootleg jeans which have been in my wardrobe for about 13 years. A white belt and white wedges completed the look. I tried the shirt tuck with it, the half in and half out look, favoured by many and I must say I liked it.

Then I decided to try it over one of my favourite summer maxis, added a brown leather belt and I was good to go.

A wardrobe staple you say?

Yes.

Versatile  you say?

Definitely!

Tagged under: annasislandstyle, Gibson & Birbeck, mummabstylish, shirt, stylenotage, stylesplash, the bias cut

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16 Comments to “ The shirt a wardrobe staple -‘Style not Age’ challenge”

  1. Gail says :Reply
    June 25, 2018 at 9:27 am

    How fabulous do you look in jeans Hilda!! And great to show that lovely shirt paired with a maxi skirt too. They are very versatile. I can see myself buying one or two for work!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      June 25, 2018 at 10:07 pm

      The quality is wonderful and they are so different.

  2. Emma Peach says :Reply
    June 25, 2018 at 10:04 am

    I love both looks Hilda! A classic shirt is definitely very versatile.

    Emma xxx
    http://www.style-splash.com

  3. jacqui berry says :Reply
    June 25, 2018 at 1:18 pm

    Fabulous Hilda, I love all the different styling. I’ve also gained some ideas too! Fab challenge, actioned very well. JAcqui Mummabstylish

  4. Nancy Baten says :Reply
    June 25, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    Wonderful! All of you!

  5. Laurie says :Reply
    June 25, 2018 at 8:58 pm

    As I sad to Jacqui, I love this shirt brand! It’s good to see it styled differently here too Hilda. Thanks for the shout. I remember the day well. Great wasn’t it?
    Laurie xx

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      June 25, 2018 at 10:05 pm

      It sure was Laurie and loved meeting you. x

  6. Anna Parkes says :Reply
    June 26, 2018 at 5:13 am

    This shirt is a great addition to our wardrobes isn’t it Hilda? I love how you’ve styled it over your maxi dress too – it really works!

    Anna x

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      June 28, 2018 at 4:33 pm

      Thanks Anna..love it…and as you say the quality is superb

  7. Anna muttonstyle says :Reply
    June 26, 2018 at 12:56 pm

    The neutral of yours is great for pattern mixing. I’ve got the artichoke one and do adore it. They are great shirts

    https://www.muttonstyle.com

  8. Anna at Mutton Style says :Reply
    June 27, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    I thought I’d already commented, maybe i have. Maybe I have on Fb or IG and I am confused in my middle mutton years. anyway I love how you’ve styled this neutral shirt over a dress. That is totally fab. I’ve got the artichoke one in green but was torn between that and the feathers. They are lovely and great quality.

    https://www.muttonstyle.com

  9. Jodie says :Reply
    June 28, 2018 at 9:45 pm

    I absolutely love that you made this shirt so versatile by layering over your maxi too , Hilda!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

  10. Loretta Sayers says :Reply
    June 29, 2018 at 6:30 pm

    Love them all!! Beautiful – especially like the jay bird feather one!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 1, 2018 at 4:30 pm

      Yes I think that is my favourite now too. x

  11. Amanda says :Reply
    July 3, 2018 at 6:19 am

    Adorable! You are looking stunning in all looks. These are the awesome ways to style with the shirt. I really like this article and can’t wait to try these styles. Thanks for sharing.

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      July 5, 2018 at 10:45 am

      Thanks Amanda for commenting. I really appreciate it .

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