Grown-up style: the tunic dress
— by Alyson Walsh
This mystery woman has been incredibly popular on my Pinterest board. I know nothing about her – unknown person if you’re reading, please reveal your identity! – just that the picture comes from a Canadian website called Everything Zoomer. Why so popular? Mystery Woman looks healthy and happy and has great style. Her gorgeous grey hair and jolly demeanour tell me that she’s comfortable in her own skin. The swing-y tunic dress looks chic and simple and is livened up with a few carefully-chosen accessories. London has felt like a steam room over the last few days – I’ve been sweating like Obama behind the bulletproof screen in Berlin – so an outfit like this provides the perfect solution to the inevitable what to wear conundrum.
I’ve been doing a bit of research to try to find a similar frock – and though not identical, my favourites have a similar feel:
T by Alexander Wang |
Hobbs Niamh dress: now £88 in the sale. |
Or go easy on the accessories and splurge on Marni. |
Have a lovely weekend.
Discussion (34 Comments)
- Carole Poirot says:
She looks fabulous! Young without the "mutton dressed as…" blah, fresh and chic. Love that simple look 🙂 Have a great weekend, hope Monday went well xo
- Vix says:
She is gorgeous! Long hair, clashing metals and showing her knees bet the age police are spontaneously combusting! xxx
- Michelle Braverman says:
She looks wonderful! That's what I call Great Style at Any Age. Nothing personal, but I do think Advanced Style is really about Advanced Costume Design. This woman is true life and loving it.
- Val Sparkle says:
Her smile is the best accessory!
I'm already looking for tunics – they can go from summer shifts to winter tops with leggings and cardigans, and are so comfortable. My goal is to have a snazzy tunic and palazzo pants outfit!
- Chicatanyage says:
Very nice. I have one very similar in navy by Sofie D'Hoore. I got it from Fenwick last year.
- Sharon S says:
Wow, she looks amazing-her dress is simply gorgeous, a very inspiring look xx
- Une femme says:
She is gorgeous, and I think I recognize her from another pic of her on the Sartorialist a few years ago. Then too, she was wearing simple, floaty pieces with killer accessories.
- JoanneM says:
I believe the silver haired beauty is wearing:
Prada Poplin Elbow Sleeve Tent Dress.
Spring 2011. Black, white, ecru and gray
A small fortune, but truly timeless. I bet it is available on ebay somewhere, or when I can add it to my list of sewing, I may just experiment with several toiles and see if I can replicate….mmmmmm - Fashion for Aliens says:
There's a lot of things in Cos in the same general area. I love this grey dress with a swingy pleat skirt http://www.cosstores.com/Shop/Women/Dresses/Dress_with_pleated_skirt/46881-7403415.1#c-10287284
She looks great but i do NOT like her sandals.
- Ammu says:
Love her look! Anyone could pull this off, the dress is universally flattering and the necklace is such fun!
She looks fabulous, stylish and very happy. Would love to see more of her style on Pinterest and your blog. Hope you can track her down somehow.
- Patti says:
She looks fabulous! I want to look like that, rather than the wilted flower I so often resemble here in Florida heat.
- Margo Peck says:
She looks like a woman who was just born with style in her DNA. Love her look and demeanor.
- materfamilias says:
Love the way your choices capture the spirit of this mystery woman's look. For me, besides the clean yet playful appearance, at least part of the appeal is that she is baring her knees, not too much, but perhaps more than many would counsel for her "certain age" — she obviously knows she has "good legs" and doesn't see any reason to start hiding them just because she's hit a certain birthday. Especially not when it's hot out. Brava!
- Jeanne @ Collage of Life says:
I admit, I pinned it too! Love the dress and am thinking on fabric that would suit to create a version for myself.. I love that it looks uncomplicated and I imagine it is a dream to wear…especially in hot steamy weather.
As always..a great eye for fashion.
Thank you!
xx
- That's Not My Age says:
Une Femme & Joanne M – ooh well spotted and thanks for the tip offs. Maybe now I'll be able to find Mystery Woman.
Fashion For Aliens – yes, agree. Cos always good for pared down chic.
- Paula Berriz says:
Love how she looks. Chic, stylish and age appropriate. We all need that dress!
- Nancie B. says:
Love her happy smile and -eek!-great tan. The dermatologists are probably gathering a sunscreen mob now and on the hunt.
- Debbie says:
Love the look and the tan. I told a friend yesterday I will die tan, but very happy. The dress is so fun, easy and chic. Will definitely try to copy in a little more flowing fabric.
- Dottycalm says:
She is a sales lady at Holt Renfrew in Toronto, where this photo was taken. Amazingly stylish woman. Here name is Gloria Sharp. Check out this article
http://www.holtsmuse.com/fashion/staffer-style-fashion-through-the-ages/
- Lady of Style says:
Wow, that's style!
The clean chic of her dress paired with stunning accessories is very stylish indeed.
Beautiful lady.Annette
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Lady of Style - Disneyrollergirl.net says:
Great find Aly, what a gorgeous lady. Now we know who she is, maybe you can interview her??!
- mette says:
I must be the only one who does not find this picture great.
The lady is t o o tanned, the dress would look better were it thigh length and there is way too much jewelry going on. - Preston Davis says:
To quote my teens, "I'm obsessed" with the dress and her style!!! And it's grey– beyond chic! Preston
- Pamela RG says:
The lady is gorgeous and has great style. I don't know her name but she is from Toronto and works at Holt Renfrew Bloor St Store. Oh she is always well dressed everytime Ii see her around Toronto and around Holts.
- Inner Outer Beauty says:
I want to look like that when older. The woman actually looks happy! And tanned! Love your blog. Step by mine if you'd like! Caroline
- Shakumbhari says:
Looking beautiful dear..love such tunics for women !!
I love your fashion boutique collection!!
- Deb says:
the Zoomer is a wonderful magazine for the over 50’s. I love it……if you notice the magic of this dress is its length!
Short women should not wear their dresses on their knee or below…..hers is the PERFECT length…and the casual roll of her sleeves suggest sleeves up, I’m ready to get to it……love it!! - Jodi Higgins says:
I believe her name is Gloria and she does work in Holt Renfrew on Bloor St in Toronto, Canada. She works in the Max Mara and Giorgio Armani boutiques. I look for her every time I go into the store because she is constantly upbeat and gorgeous.
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LOVE a tunic dress…your lady is gorgeous 😉
Have a lovely weekend.
xx