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Mayday! Night out looming with hordes of v glam folks who I've not seen since pre-DS..

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TerrorFirmer · 15/02/2011 19:22

..Please can someone give me some vague clue of how I can look devastatingly sharp and on-trend while being mid-thirties and carrying a few extra pounds kilos?

See, the thing is I used to be vaguely cool when I worked in London and hung out with the groovy types. Then I moved away, had DS, got a bit podgy and forgot how to dress Blush

So I've got two weeks to find an outfit. I'm a 14/16, 5'7", pale, dark hair, decent knockers, the remains of a good waist, but with giant arse and legs like a pit pony. I look quite young for my age.. Gulp.

It's smart-ish casual. I've got about £200, but would obv prefer to spend less so more can go on Dutch Courage Grin

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TerrorFirmer · 15/02/2011 20:16

Right, I've skimmed through Whistles and Reiss and it's either hideous or not remotely suitable for one with a lumpy / stumpy bottom half

my comfort zone is a dress over leggings. I have some peg-leg grey chinos that look vaguely decent. Other than that I'm lost. :(

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pink4ever · 15/02/2011 20:54

Dont really have any good advice but I share your dilemma. Posted on here a couple of weeks ago about a night out and what to wear-no repliesSad. Its next week and am seriously considering not going as cant see anything I like in shops(similiar shape to yourself). Anyone out there to help us? Anyone................?

Gillybobs · 15/02/2011 21:29

Im similar height/size and like this for clothes adn style ideas. One of the models is wearing nice peg leg trousers possibly similar to the ones you have? Possible pair them with a floaty blouse type top and a fitted jacket. I'd suggest topshop for great shoes which always lift an outfit imo some crackers here

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TerrorFirmer · 15/02/2011 21:31

Thanks pink Grin I might have to strongarm a very honest pal to come shopping with me to see what passes the 'mutton' test..

To add trauma, I've just discovered that a certain ex is going to be there.. Damned if I want to look like I've gone to seed. (AARGH!)

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moragbellingham · 15/02/2011 21:41

how about this mango dress over something really skinny with tottery heels and this leather jacket ? Hey presto - dress over leggings comfort zone!

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TerrorFirmer · 15/02/2011 21:43

ooo - love the shape. Makes me think of Anglomania. Not sure about horizontal stripes over my not inconsiderable arse tho..

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Clure · 15/02/2011 21:47

Gillybobs some great looks on the mint velvet style guide
Terrorfirmer I really like the first look on here stylish with a bit of coverage, black opaques or you could do it with leggings. Primark have some fab £4 control high lycra leggings.

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TerrorFirmer · 15/02/2011 21:54

Gillybobs those topshop shoes are great this season. I do love a platform wedge (can't do pointy pointy) Clure- I forgot mint velvet, they are splendid for my age / shape. merci :)

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Gillybobs · 15/02/2011 22:15

Clure - isnt it great for inspiration? MV take a bit of stick on here but I find them perfect for my late 30s style crisis years : ) Love their style guide.Sometimes reminds me of things I have already I could put together

Meggles76 · 15/02/2011 22:21

Can I stick my nose in and suggest that thick opaque tights over a dress look better than leggings and a dress on those who are curvy? Wear with wedges or chunky heels for an on trend kooky look.

Gillybobs · 15/02/2011 22:33

Agree with Meggles, leggings can shorten your leg. Opaques and dark, heeled shoes do the opposite

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