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What do you think of my new spring wardrobe? What other staples can I add?

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 20:06

I have (finally) nearly lost all the weight from DS2 and am sick of wearing tracksuit bottoms and maternity clothes. I've been feeling frumpish so yesterday I treated myself to a few new bits for spring. I normally always wear black and grey so tried to venture towards some colour.

I bought:

this

these

and

these

I've got about £200 left to splash this month. I need other bits just for daytime wear and running round with the kids.

All suggetions gratefully received!

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 20:13

pleeeeeease! I'm rubbish at this!

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higgle · 25/02/2011 20:23

Just to say I love the bow backed vest! I think you need a dress - how about this? they do it in a check and polka dot version too.

cruelladepoppins · 25/02/2011 20:33

I tell you what, catinboots, maybe it's just me, but I found the idea of clicking seven links a bit of an effort. Anyhow - I did it and can announce to the world that you bought:

a blue check shirt
a long-sleeve plain blue Tshirt
a breton sweater
a long ecru cardi
a nice vest (pink)
kickflare denim jeans
and brown high heeled clog mules.

I think they are all absolutely lovely! With the rest of your dosh, I would go for a pair of flat shoes (how on earth can you run around after dcs in those fabulous clogs?????), a nice floral tunic/ dress and a pair of leggings.

I bought this WhiteStuff red sploshy floral dress recently and have my eye on this Great Plains dancing daisies dress. (See what I did there? )

Go for the tunic/dress first and choose the other things to suit. Still should leave you a bit of cash for the other suggestions you might now receive ...! HTH

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 20:37

Cruella - thanks!

Yes but what flat shoes? - I find it hard to make the transition between Uggs and flip flops. I always think thst pumps make my legs look fat...

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cruelladepoppins · 25/02/2011 20:48

I'm of rather the Cornish Pasty persuasion when it comes to shoes so will not get these selections past the Style and Beauty mavens. Here goes anyway [dons asbestos suit in preparation for flaming]:

this is the kind of Mary Jane I go for...

are you sure you don't like pumps? These are incredibly comfy You say pumps make your legs look "fat" - are you sure that isn't more to do with the other things you are wearing? It's hard for legs to look fat in a just above the knee skirt, black leggings and pumps ... I think, anyway.

macavitythemysterycat · 25/02/2011 21:50

I loves those clogs.

tulpe · 25/02/2011 21:54

Your choices are all lovely apart from the jeans. Sorry, think they are vile :(

Would you consider straight leg jeans?

nancydrewfoundaclue · 25/02/2011 22:02

Another vote for changing the jeans.

I like the navy stripe sweater - would look lovely with straight leg jeans and a blazer.

FrameyMcFrame · 25/02/2011 22:05

love the shirt :)

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 22:13

I have lots of skinny jeans but wear them with my Uggs or riding boots. I bought the kick-flares to wear with shoes.

I struggle trying to find a trouser/flat shoe combination that doesn't make me look dumpy.

I look best in skinnies awith chunky boots or flares with a heel IYSWIM

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Tillyscoutsmum · 25/02/2011 22:16

these bootcuts are very flattering and quite leg lengthening even with flats

Tillyscoutsmum · 25/02/2011 22:19

have just bought these shoes

BelligerentGhoul · 25/02/2011 22:20

Tilly - the idea of you shopping in said shop is v difficult to reconcile to my image of you! :)

Tillyscoutsmum · 25/02/2011 22:25

In my defence , I use said shop as a cut through to the shopping centre car park. I would never even venture in there normally - except perhaps to buy pants for my Nan at Christmas, but I noticed these and have been looking for slightly wedged mary janes and there they were. I did put them in a different carrier bag straight away though, just in case I saw anyone I knew on the way back to the car

verytellytubby · 25/02/2011 22:44

Just ordered the jumper. Hate the jeans.

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 22:50

Tilly - a different bag may not have been enough.

Maybe another one over yor head?

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Tillyscoutsmum · 25/02/2011 23:00

Do you think MN would consider deleting my message. I can't believe I have outed myself !

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 23:05

too late Tilly, too late.

I think this warrents a name change.

Maybe TillyscoutsmumGetsHerBestClothesAtBHS ??

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 23:07

Or just TSMheartsBHS ??

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TSMheartsBhS · 25/02/2011 23:08

What do you think ?

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catinboots · 25/02/2011 23:22

Very nice I like it. Is it polyester??

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BelligerentGhoul · 26/02/2011 19:17

Meggles76 · 26/02/2011 20:37

catin I see that you are a fellow Next shopper. May I suggest their dark rinse Ultimate flare jeans? I have them - they look fab with heels - much nicer than the M&S ones.

EllieorOllie · 27/02/2011 09:45

Really shouldn't have clicked on that link to the Breton jumper... Somehow I seem to have a acquired a jumper and a beach hut print top. Oops...

OP, lots of cheap as chips ballet pumps in New Look at the moment (£7.99 or £8.00). Red, silver, gold, black, cream. I have two pairs and they're uber-comfortable. And if you hate them in the end it's not exactly a big investment of your remaining 200 quid!

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