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How are you feeling about clothes right now?

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notonmywatchyouwont · 21/05/2020 18:32

Are you....Bored so buying loads (currently me) trying to nail that elusive perfect summer wardrobe so buying loads (me) staying at home not seeing anyone so not buying any? Saving tons of money waiting for the next season you'll be "seen"?!

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Buggedandconfused · 23/05/2020 23:35

I’ve bought a dress and some jeans that I wouldn’t normally be able to afford because the sales have been so good.

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BillBaileysBum · 24/05/2020 10:03

Rainallnight I think treat yourself to something lovely, you’re having a shit time of it. I’m so sorry about your Mum.

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MrsHuntGeneNotJeremyObviously · 24/05/2020 10:57

I've just been on the Next site - it's so laggy I gave up looking at clothes. I did get some of that nice Paradise perfume though - cheap as chips and so lovely.

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Yorkshirelass04 · 29/05/2020 14:39

I've spent a shit ton of money on clothes since lockdown. I think it's my link to the outside world - and a reminder I can look good!

I'm with the poster that said they browse clothes on work zoom calls!!

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drspouse · 29/05/2020 19:41

I tried to buy some basics from Gap and am sending all but one white t-shirt back. I really want thicker, longer white v necks if anyone has any ideas.

I've added three Boden items to the "sell" pile but happily one of my favourite dresses fits so I'm wearing it. The zip is stiff but maybe a candle will sort that out?

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CountFosco · 29/05/2020 20:03

I just bought a couple of things in the Toast sale, first clothes I've bought for myself since February (normally buy something most months). Doesn't feel like much point buying new clothes if no-one can see them. My spending is all on the house and garden at the moment, trouble is the delivery isn't as fast, bought a hanging chair for the garden in April and it's not due to arrive for another couple of weeks. And things for the house tend to be more expensive than a clothes so I have to restrain myself (although our bank accounts look very healthy).

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AsCoolAsLangCleg · 29/05/2020 22:59

Bought a lovely silk blouse in the sale but it's a bit tight on the arms. Size is my usual in that brand. Not sure whether to send back or hope it fits when I've got rid of the lockdown lard, which I am now working on.

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tobermoryisthebestwomble · 29/05/2020 23:17

I'm still at work. I've bought a couple of work dresses from wallis and m waiting 2 handbags from kurt Geiger as I found they are doing 50% off for nhs staff! I also bought some sandals online and returned them as I have very narrow feet. I really need the shoe shops to open so i can try sandals on. I m trying to make n effort with hair and make up for work and have started wearing jewellery daily. I have decided there is no point saving stuff for best, and I will enjoy my things every day.

I don't think I'll bother with new summer clothes. I have things that fit from previous years and my holiday is already cancelled. I'm eating and drinking a bit more than usual but no real weight gain as I'm rushing about lots at work and taking super long walks most days. I am missing the gym and cant motivate myself to exercise regularly excepting the walks, so I'm probably heading towards 'out of shape' which affects how I feel in my clothes.

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PrimalLass · 29/05/2020 23:25

Annoyed that nothing fits

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MinesaPinot · 30/05/2020 09:15

Things are getting a bit tighter so need to rein in the wine drinking and start doing some proper exercise rather than having a stroll and calling it a brisk walk. At the start of lockdown I bought a couple of bits from Zara and 3 pairs of wide legged trousers from Uniqlo. Found they were more comfy for WFH than sitting in jeans all day. Over the last 3 weeks or so I've been wearing some of my work dresses with a little bit of make up and jewellery just to get me in work mode.

I was going to buy myself a new bag - Naughtipidgins Nest has opened again - but looked at what I've already got and decided against. I did buy a lovely Alexander McQueen scarf/wrap though. Had a busy and meh sort of week so decided I needed a treat.

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Roominmyhouse · 30/05/2020 10:29

I’m living in leggings or shorts and T-shirt’s/vests. My work is casual anyway so usually it’s jeans and T-shirt’s. It’s made me realise I don’t actually need anywhere near the amount of clothes I have. I have treated myself to some run and fly dungarees though, it’s just too warm to wear them at the moment!

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