What on earth shall I wear to my 50th?

[EachandEveryone]

I'm a good 14 and I can't see that changing between now and Saturday. I hate myself. Goodish legs but menopausal figure. Just going for tapas and a walk around a fringe festival. Oxford street shopping Thursday. Help!!!!!

It doesn't look like it's going to be that hot at the weekend so how about concentrating on getting a really nice mid-thigh length, lightweight coat/jacket? You can get one with sleeves which end above your wrists. I'm sure I've read that that if you have slimmish wrists, that will make you look slimmer overall! You can then wear slim/skinny jeans or trousers. The coat/jacket will hide the bits you don't like and show off your good legs. You could also get a good scarf to make you feel more comfortable if you have to take the coat off when sitting down? Maybe also treat yourself to a new bag?

Obviously don't know your budget but I'm sure one of the big shops like John Lewis/House of Fraser or Debenhams will have something or Zara often has nice lighter weight coats.

Good luck and I hope you have a lovely birthday. I'm sure you'll look great! (remember that you will notice your faults far more than anyone else!)