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Need holiday wardrobe fast!

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SquirrelFan · 16/10/2022 05:14

Leaving on Saturday for a week in the Carribean and I've realised I need clothes! What do I need? Where can I get it quickly? I have a very busy work week ahead - not close to any shops!
I already have two swim suits, one pair of shorts, one light cotton top, and two dresses. Everything else in my wardrobe is designed to keep me warm. I'm a short pear-shape, size 10 on top, 12 on the bottom. Please help me find some lovely things to wear on this once-in-a-lifetime holiday!

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psuedocream3 · 16/10/2022 08:50

Next do next day delivery, but you're best off going into the shops, as most summer wear will be in sales lines now.

StarlightLady · 16/10/2022 09:26

My suggestion carries an element of risk, so over to you OP.

Some of the best places for summer clothes this time of year are airside shops (in other words after security) at airports; they cater for people heading to the sun when most of us are buying coats. If you are flying from a major airport consider buying so last minute purchases. Don’t expect any bargains though.

Enjoy your holiday!

SquirrelFan · 16/10/2022 10:49

Thanks for your replies! @psuedocream3 I know! No time, unfortunately. Lots of good stuff on some websites but all out of stock, unsurprisingly.
@StarlightLady ooh that is risky, especially given the smaller selection and higher end shops!

I'd love to find some crisp linen or cotton shorts, ditto some short-sleeved tops, and maybe a summery jumpsuit...

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Ebananascroogey · 16/10/2022 10:59

Don't know if they will be your style, but Fatface have a good selection of shorts in the sale available in most sizes, there's even some linen ones. You'll probably be able to get t-shirts there too. Pretty sure you can get next day delivery or reasonably quick click & collect. Good luck!

RockingMyFiftiesNot · 16/10/2022 11:21

you're best off going into the shops, as most summer wear will be in sales lines now.

Very little summer stuff in the shops now. I did a sweep of a very large shopping centre a couple of weeks ago for an upcoming hot holiday and came back with nothing. Any summer stuff there was was in very small/very large.

OP either next day delivery or would it be possible to buy stuff out there?

OverTheHillAndDownTotherSide · 16/10/2022 11:58

I got brilliant cropped cargo pants from Amazon.

OverTheHillAndDownTotherSide · 16/10/2022 12:00

MoFiz Ladies Cropped Trousers... www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B096S2FL2S?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

SquirrelFan · 16/10/2022 16:17

@OverTheHillAndDownTotherSide thanks for reminding me I actually have a pair that I like!
@Ebananascroogey I filled my basket to find the only option is 5-7 days! Thanks, though.

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Ebananascroogey · 16/10/2022 16:48

@SquirrelFan oh no, so sorry! I'm sure they used to be quicker than that. Good luck with your hunt!!

BringMeTea · 16/10/2022 17:01

Well you have precisely this evening to look at Cos sale! They have some shorts, dresses etc. Lucky you!

GarlicBreadItsTheFuture · 16/10/2022 17:15

Aspiga have gorgeous summer clothes all year and do next day delivery

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