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I just put on my skinnies and a Breton...

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puglife15 · 15/07/2016 08:42

And feel like I should be wearing a sign round my neck saying I HAVE GIVEN UP ON STYLE AND FASHION

I'm quite happy as in my pre-preg jeans for the first time, but have quite a serious muffin top and this striped number is just the right side of baggy to cover it.

Now I just need some mum boots and a butterfly print scarf

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puglife15 · 23/07/2016 14:33

I just bought loads of clothes online and kept a few bits.

Including a striped Breton type top. But in a different colour.

And some skinnies. They were cheap.

Doh.

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polyhymnia · 23/07/2016 13:58

I love stripes - have masses of stripy tops in various colours and lengths. I'm large and tall and they definitely don't make you look larger - it's a myth. I tend to continue wearing them, though do also have plain tops and a few with subtle patterns.

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Littlelondoner · 23/07/2016 13:49

I have oversized strippey tees or bf tees and mom jeans or bf jeans. Also have a pair of dungarees back of wardrobe woth tags on I am yet to brave seeing light of day in. I moved on from skinnys and long or 3/4 sleeved striped tops and skinnys but not ready to go away from that style completely just yet. Maybe if you do not feel comfortable mox and match things up a bit.

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sweetkitty · 17/07/2016 13:45

I'm a Henley top and skinny jeans girl although do have Bretons I have no time or money for a wardrobe update

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Floisme · 17/07/2016 13:40

I quite like stripes but I'm with pug - navy/white and black/white combos don't suit me at all - way too harsh. I'd buy more if there was a bit of variety in colour and I'm suprised so few retailers have cottoned on.

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mrstiggy · 17/07/2016 09:23

I'm scared of stripes. Someone told me that horizontal stripes make you look wider. I really can't afford to look wider. Smile So I've never owned a breton top or a stripy item of clothing at all. I love cold shoulder tops though. I really like my shoulders out but I feel self conscious in strappy tops as I don't like my upper arms. So I've been wearing cold shoulder tops for over a year now. Odd they have suddenly appeared everywhere this month.

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puglife15 · 17/07/2016 07:00

Most of my clothes are plain too, I don't really do pattern, except stripes or occasionally something like a big window check. I don't really do black and white stripes either as it's a bit harsh on my soft features. I wear the least cool stripes ;)

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StorminaBcup · 16/07/2016 23:15

That's my downfall; I'm crap at accessorising so plain tops just look really boring on me.

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suit2845321oie · 16/07/2016 23:13

I hate stripes. I buy them every so often, put them On and take them straight off again

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TallulahTheTiger · 16/07/2016 23:12

That's my main wardrobe- pre, during and post pregnancy! Love Breton and skinnier!

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poppym12 · 16/07/2016 23:08

I wear plain stuff in different textures, mainly natural fabrics. Pretty boring really. I accessorise with jewellery and occasionally scarves when it's cold. I have a couple of dresses with a tiny print on them but I really don't like patterns or flowers.

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Kr1stina · 16/07/2016 23:04

I don't wear either skinnies or Breton tops . Does that make me young and cool ? < desperate >

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StorminaBcup · 16/07/2016 23:00

I live in stripes. Always have done. I don't suit or like ditsy / floral / Aztec or leopard print so I'm pretty limited in terms of patterns.

Those who don't wear stripes - what do you wear?

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poppym12 · 16/07/2016 22:52

I don't own anything with stripes, apart from socks.

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RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie · 16/07/2016 17:15

I like black and white stripes - makes me feel all Beatnik.

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user1468602338 · 16/07/2016 17:13

Stripe top and skinny jeans are on of my fav outfits Blush
I must wear at least two stripe tops a week.
I'm nearly 30 and will never get sick of them.

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BikeRunSki · 16/07/2016 16:59

It's one of those tops where the sleeves and shoulders are open at the top.

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SuburbanRhonda · 16/07/2016 11:34

What's a "cold shoulder" top?

Is it one where you have to turn your back on everyone when you're wearing it?

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UhtredRagnorsson · 16/07/2016 11:31

Well. I probably do look cheap. But this time last week I was at a thing wearing a cold shoulder topand one of the most gorgeous men in the world told me I looked good, so...I'm fine with it. :)

Today I will however be wearing a non cold shoulder, striped, T (although it's not a Breton as such). And I'm fine with that too. I doubt anyone will be telling me I look good today though.

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HerRoyalNotness · 16/07/2016 02:14

I've recently remembered
How much I love stripes. Had a stripe tee on today with crop skinnies. Tomorrow will be new stripe tee with denim skirt. Sunday stripe short dress and mondY stripe maxi dress. (Weekend away wardrobe, stripe overload). And they're alllllllll navy and white!!

I used to do brights and patterns but want to stick to more classic, don't look at me things these days

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puglife15 · 16/07/2016 01:59

What do you wear squoosh ? Or do you just walk around naked on the top half now because i literally have no idea what a stripeless wardrobe can look like...

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squoosh · 16/07/2016 01:14

All my stripes have been put into retirement.

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burnishedsilver · 16/07/2016 00:04

I still like my bretons but the skinny jeans are starting to feel old. I won't be buying any more. I'm sick of the sight of them.

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puglife15 · 15/07/2016 20:37

I'm sure you don't Uhtred - it probably says more about my shopping browsing limitations with kids in tow (ie supermarkets)

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fruityb · 15/07/2016 20:08

It's what I lived in pre pregnancy! Or with a navy skirt and black tights. It's what I feel most comfortable and relaxed in.

I am obsessed with stripes however.

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