It has been super helpful - thanks all.
My parents are moving after 50 years in the family home and farm at the moment so the coat and tunic will be going to the thrift shop with some of their things - it is a big job!!
I was a bit negative about the dress when I bought it as I did feel harassed into buying it, it is not a "trendy"style and the number on the label is a size bigger than I usually am......
These are ridiculous reasons for not liking it - sheath style dresses do suit me, and it is a very pretty and useful dress...... I actually don't want to look trendy, and the size reason is ridiculous. If it was more fitting I would have less places to wear it.....
And yes Jenn - these are my Rollies. I have worn them a lot. For me they are perfect spring and autumn shoes or for cooler summer days. I took them to Italy and they coped well. I do love them but I would add the following:
- they can get smelly....I have to wash regularly. I sometimes wear low socks.
- the white sole is showing signs of wear. This does not worry me but it might some people. I think I could resole them at some point.
I think they could suit a LA climate.....
I was strongly considering a second pair but got some white Diadora sneakers in Italy....