Over 50’s High-Street Shopping: The Expensive-Looking Buys My 58-Year-Old Mum and I Love

Anyone who knows me will know that my mum and I are two peas in a pod. Sure, most people are close with their parents, but honestly, my mum is my best friend and closest confidante, not to mention the chicest person I know, and so, it makes sense then that she’s also my go-to when it comes to advice on, well, everything—but especially what to buy. So much so that my soon-to-be husband once admitted he took my mum with him to choose my engagement ring, because he knew that if she approved, I would too. Plus, she was a fashion buyer for over 25 years, so trust me when I say she really knows her stuff.

Our shared love of (and careers in) fashion is one of the things that connects us most. While our styles aren’t exactly the same—she’s a little more daring, would you believe, while I’m a little more reserved—we meet in the middle when it comes to those elevated basics and expensive-looking staples that never go out of style. So, on a recent evening on the sofa, we decided to put our brains together and scroll through all our favourite high-street brands. The mission? To find polished, premium-looking pieces that work for both of us, despite the 30-year age gap.

Spoiler: It was a resounding success. From chic dresses to standout accessories, we found plenty of pieces that look far more expensive than they are. So, whether you’re 28 or 58, these are the items that make any wardrobe feel instantly elevated. Scroll on to see what my 58-year-old mum and I loved and ordered on the spot!

See the Expensive-Looking High-Street Buys My 58-Year-Old Mum and I Both Love:

1. Zara

2. COS

3. H&M

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