Hi, I would really appreciate some advice on clothes. I'm going to be 40 in a few months time and feel fed up with my non existent wardrobe! I've got three small children and am currently a sahm so money is very tight. We're moving house shortly so all our savings are being wiped out with solicitors, valuation, removals etc. Used to have lovely clothes from Boden, Joules etc pre children with full time well paid job but have worn these to death and they are ready for for the rag bag! As are undies etc.
I rarely go out in the evenings with dh as we have no family anywhere near to babysit so really just need day wear for taking children out and about. I'm a petite 8 on top, 10 on bottom but am quite flat chested. Had been wearing 34a but according to the bra thread should be a 30c. I tried this size on but found the cups a bit small, yay! Will need to go bra shopping without children and try on more styles and sizes. Feel self conscious of flabby arms which seem out of proportion with my top half so prefer short or 3/4 sleeves rather than sleeveless tops.
I've found some flattering lift & support jeans at next which I love and plan to buy another few pairs next pay day. Skinny jeans make me look dumpy. Have also bought 4 pairs of new leggings from Sainsburys luxury range.
I need lots of tops that will flatter a small chest/flabby arms and tunic tops to wear with my leggings. A casual jacket and cardigans would be great too as would some summer dresses but I don't know where to start. Love vintage floral styles but don't want to look too mumsy. Would love a new bag that would fit in my purse, nappies etc, have seen the city kidston biker bag but don't know if it would be a bit tacky?
I really need to keep to a tight budget but want to buy clothes that will wash well and not fall to bits. Any ideas would be appreciated, seem to have lost my way a bit. Many thanks.
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hopehopehope · 07/04/2013 15:50
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