By JESSICA CARROLL, JUNIOR STYLE EDITOR
Published: 08:01 BST, 18 October 2025 | Updated: 08:01 BST, 18 October 2025
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PROBLEM
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‘I love fashion but, since retiring, I’ve had little reason to put trendy outfits together. How can I look stylish in a way that fits my new, more casual lifestyle?’
Jane Lewis is a retired admissions officer from Rayleigh, Essex. Age: 62. Height: 5ft 9in. Dress size: 12/14
SOLUTION
Our advice is to keep it simple. Invest in a few special pieces, such as this suede skirt in easy-to-match taupe. It can be effortlessly paired with a selection of classics, such as cotton shirts and elegant knits, so you’ll hardly have to think up an outfit formula in the morning.
Shirt, £59, joules.com. Skirt, £199, mintvelvet.com. Bag, £80, anthropologie.com. Shoes, £26, asos.com
VERDICT
‘I love this beautiful skirt! It’s comfy, ideal for autumn and a perfect match for the shirt. I’m really looking forward to showing it off.’
HAIR: DAYNA VAUGHAN-TEAGUE USING OLAPLEX.
MAKE-UP: LEVI-JADE TAYLORAT CAROL HAYES USING ELEMIS AND GIORGIO ARMANI.
ADDITIONAL COPY: SCARLETT DARGAN






