Online shops that sell size 16-18 that are not old fashioned??

[PinkChick]

been all over lately and have managed to buy a few new things, have gone from 22 to a snug 16/loose 18 but i now need a jacket, something light, got heavier coat for colder weather, poss a denim jacket and need swimwear for hols, but until im smaller it must be bather not tankini/bikini..am crap at buying new things, i DONT KNOW what suits me as ive spent years in big loose clothes, so want nice trendy stuff, am only 31 so dont want to look like a frump

MissBlythe, that monsoon jacket isnt my taste, but the warehouse one IS gorgous but maybe when its colder..really like that one tho!

If you like the style of the Topshop denim jacket, have a look in GAP.

Unfortunately they don't have a UK website, but they have just that kind of thing on the US one, and am fairly sure they would have that style here too. There sizes are roomy at teh best of times, so sure they woudl have something with ample room for you in it!

And you MUST get fitted for a bra. Bravissimo if you have one nearby; John Lewis, or an independent lingerie store otherwise.

NOT M&S or La Senza though!

LOL at fishie's description of bowls and mugs

ooh will try gap! past one in metrocente last week !

i did ( i told a lie) get measured in M&S when my friend got arried and we needed new strapless bras etc, they measured me then (5 year ago and much slimmer) as a 42 e or something????...tried the ones on she brought me and they were like big sling shots!!!!..massive under bust and huge cups!!??

dont have bravvismo, thrs an underwear shop in dalton park though (were ive been before) dont know what theyre called though?, might try them when we next go??

A too-small swimsuit would be v uncomfy though, and would prob not look great.

They only have that in the 14 online, but they might have it in a 16 store. It's worth ringing and asking.

M&S bra ladies are on drugs!

I think they must loop the tape measure round twice, take away a number between 1 and 10 and then add the initial of their first boyfriend.

some lovely ones on asos, but as im still losing i dont want to spend so much just yet..although if i got one of the ben sherman ones i liked as a 16 id STILL be classed as extra large!

LOL MissBLythe

Ah, have investigated this 'Metrocentre' of which you speak.

They have a House Of Fraser, who will be able to fit you for a bra.

They also have this free service:

Book MetroCentre's Shopping Angels for a FREE Consultation
Thursday 3rd January - Wednesday 31st December

Shoppers can take advantage of a free private consultation with our Shopping Angels, Gail Little and Belinda Alexander, the Centre?s personal shoppers, who will provide you with their expertise on achieving the season?s great new look.

Their in-depth knowledge of the Centre includes everything from the best designer ranges to your favourite high street brands. So you are sure to look sensational.

You have a one hour free consultation in which you can ask their advice on styles, colours, shapes, lengths ? whatever you need to ensure you look and feel your best.

The invitation extends to both men and women to discuss hairstyles, make-up techniques, gift ideas, a new wardrobe or occasion wear with Gail and Belinda. It?s your new look for a new season.

Gail and Belinda are in MetroCentre and available for bookings every Friday and the last Saturday of every month from 11.00am til 6.00pm on the ground floor, Green Mall outside House of Fraser.

To reserve your appointment, simply call 07826 263 741

oo er MissBLythe!!!..are you my fairy godmother!!!???..that sounds fab!, yes we also have house of fraser here too, i used to work there! (not on bra's tho)

i did see an nice jacket/coat type thing today in next...only prob was i had to get a 20 in it as it was very fitted (and expensive if it doesnt fit me by winter)

sandyballs it was bravissimo. had a really good fitting in john lewis too.

pink don't worry about what size you are wearing, just what fits. esprit is good but direly overpriced, only in sale. uniqlo are nice and cheap but only have shops in london and can be a bit variable on size, cheap though so worth ordering online.

HI girls, thanks for all the advice last night, will have a look again tonight but i was so sick of looking and not finding last night!, maybe ive left it too alte for this kind of thing as everywere have autumn stock in now!?..thanks for you help and the laughs

www.wraponline.co.uk
www.poetrycollection.co.uk

both can be a bit old ladyish but some nice stuff in there as well

ooh thanks, will check those out after work