Hi S&B experts. I have never done this before, I am in desperate need of some help and know that you are just the people to ask.
I am due to go on a sunshine holiday in 4 weeks time. I have not been on a holiday like this for well over a decade, at least 1 dress size smaller and pre-kids.
For one reason and another I have nothing suitable to pack. Where do I start?
I am a 5ft 6, size 12 with a pero meno tum. I am lacking in confidence and dressing a completely different size and shape than before.
I do not have a limitless budget (as it may be another decade before I go on this type of holiday again,) but I don’t want to end up sitting in my room and missing out on all of the fun, because I have not packed appropriately.
The majority of the week’s holiday will be spent by the pool. I have no swimwear so need pointers for at least 1 (preferably 2) swimsuits/bikinis which will conceal/flatter my tum. I have hair which is prone to frizz in humidity so I need tips on handling that too. I am a pale, ‘English rose’ type. I need suggestions for some flattering places to find summer clothes out of season - possibly Vinted if I know which brands to look for?
I know that you will tell me that there are all shapes and sizes by the pool and that the most important thing is to enjoy the time with my family. I am just not great at keeping this in perspective and know that I will let my body insecurities spoil my holiday.
Tips and pointers please, so that I can get myself in order, put together a simple holiday wardrobe and approach the week with confidence.