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Big tum & double layer tops

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LoopyLa · 29/07/2014 13:23

Hi all

I'm after some opinions whether I could wear a double layer top like this if I've got a Mummy tummy? I'm 37 and going to a lunch with some old work colleagues in a few weeks. I'm still a good 1.5 stone overweight left over from the birth of my 21 month old son Shock but want to look fashionable and not old & Mumsy (which is how I do feel Sad )

If you think I'll probably still look pregnant (which is my thinking), does anyone have any recommendations of styles that wouldn't make me look frumpy?

TIA Grin

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LoopyLa · 29/07/2014 13:25

Just one more thing:- I've got an hourglass figure so find bubble hem type tops just make me look huge!

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Itscurtainsforyou · 29/07/2014 13:29

I'm a similar shape to you and think that double layering only looks ok if the longer/bottom layer is the same/similar colour as your trousers - eg black trousers, long black vest, shorter/different colour top over vest.

But I'm happy to be told different and rethink what I'm doing!

RoganJosh · 29/07/2014 13:31

I think the pale bit would highlight the bit you probably want to disguise. Sorry.

pickles184 · 29/07/2014 13:57

I am pretty sure that the layer top would highlight the bit you are trying to disguise.

I have a similar tummy issue and find this with a black slinky vest underneath and teamed with a pair of slim fit jeans is very flattering and hopefully not too mumsy?

LoopyLa · 30/07/2014 06:33

Hmm that's what I thought, how annoying. Thanks everyone x

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PrimalLass · 30/07/2014 08:22

I disagree. I wear things like that with skinnies and find that it really helps hide my stomach.

PrimalLass · 30/07/2014 08:23

But in dark, not pale.

burnishedsilver · 30/07/2014 15:48

The idea is good but that particular top isn't. It needs to be longer and darker.

LoopyLa · 31/07/2014 14:17

Thanks everyone, I'll keep looking Smile

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neilsharvest · 02/08/2014 07:12

www.next.co.uk/x54110s2#693373x54

try this?

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