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Getting my legs out for the first time in approx 7 years . . .

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ironmansmum · 06/12/2013 17:43

I have worn nothing but jeans and leggings since becoming a SAHM! Not really a problem cos don't go on nights out.

However, got a couple of Christmas meals coming up and gone wild and bought a navy dress, midi length, flimsyish material.

Have to wear black shoes cos can't afford new ones on top of dress.

What would you put on your legs??? (Currently look like partly defrosted chicken thighs!)

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cloudskitchen · 06/12/2013 18:09

I'd eitger wear natural or barely black tights as you're going from black to navy :)

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ironmansmum · 06/12/2013 18:33

So sheer is ok? Wasn't sure if people only wear opaque these days . . So out of touch! Good job my legs are so short really haha!

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PoshPaula · 06/12/2013 21:08

I wear black opaques with my navy silk shift dress and very dressy black shoes.

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ironmansmum · 07/12/2013 09:54

Thanks. Still not decided! Have to try all options I think.

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MabelStark · 07/12/2013 13:10

I'd put nude fishnets - they go with anything and are about 2 quid in Primark.

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ironmansmum · 07/12/2013 23:58

Thank you! Given up hope of anyone being interested! Defuzzed my legs today and really considering going for jeans. My legs are horrible, yuk!

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PoshPaula · 08/12/2013 01:07

Actually yes, nude fishnets are very good.

MabelStark · 10/12/2013 20:39

Boots have got a third off st tropez there's a leg spray in there for about 6 quid, give them a quick blast of that to liven them up and get some nude nets on. Honestly they'll look great!

MabelStark · 22/12/2013 00:24

How did the Xmas dos go Ironmansmum?

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ironmansmum · 22/12/2013 11:10

Only went to one in the end but it was fab! Thanks for asking. Wore black opaque tights in the end. So inspired bought another dress in the sale, hurray!

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MabelStark · 23/12/2013 22:32

Ooo nice one. I love a dress- saves me failing to find something to match!!

feelingvunerable · 24/12/2013 08:37

Might be a bit late but I have bought oily leg look tights from Matalan in natural and they look fab.

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ironmansmum · 24/12/2013 23:23

Can't believe you are still responding! You are so cool. These oil leg things sound bizarre?! Once wore some nude
"Shimmer" tights (maybe back in the 90's, soooo old). Met a girlie at the same party wearing the same tights - her legs looked like small oak trees! With incredibly long black hairs poking through. Put me off completely .... Anyway, Merry Christmas to you all xxxxxxxxxxxxx

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