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How not to feel frumpy :/

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twokittens25 · 30/05/2026 14:40

Hi everyone, I’m hoping some people on here might be able to help me with my wardrobe woes!

I’ve recently put on quite a bit of weight and am now a 14-16. I hate all of my clothes and just feel frumpy all the time. I’m only 25 so I’d like some age appropriate outfits that still fit my style.
I have a £500 ish budget to refresh my wardrobe and buy some items I really like.
I hate anything that shows my tummy or clings to my tummy. I feel like everything I find is for an older woman and just makes me look like I’m trying to wear my mother’s clothes!

I love things that are loose and flowy. Also would love some jeans recommendations that don’t cling right to the tummy and highlight it!

any colours but pink is my favourite. Happy with any patterns etc etc but again nothing that makes me feel like someone’s gran.

im after personal clothes and also some office outfits as I work in a corporate role.

please please please give me lots of recommendations of anything you think I may like!

cross posted here to hopefully get more advice!

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TealReader · 03/06/2026 23:41

All those look quite Boho. I’d suggest looking at Sezane (they are up to size 18 and pretty generous for a French brand), BASH, Anthropologie- on Vinted and their own websites. Look at Doen, Chloe for styling ideas.

Jellycatt2 · 04/06/2026 00:21

Definitely try Vinted for the style you like

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