is this more frumpy & less yummy?

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grouse · 17/02/2009 16:21

I am 38, look about 30ish, dark hair, size 12 but hoping to get back to pre baby size of 8...looking for inspiration

www.wraponline.co.uk/fashion-T569-KW/knitwear/silk-blend-cardigan.htm

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yama · 17/02/2009 16:22

I love it.

rubyslippers · 17/02/2009 16:23

are you tall?

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grouse · 17/02/2009 16:33

no not tall 5'5... so average really....god,I don't recall struggling to dress myself in the past...having DC has turned me into a real scruf ball

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hidetheribbons · 17/02/2009 19:56

To me it looks a bit shapeless, you really need something to skim over your curves and not drown them in swathes of expensive (£99!) fabric. How about something with one or two buttons so you won't have to wear a belt to hold it together, and a deep V neck, in a medium chunky knit but not too fluffy as they always make you look huge. Wrap cardigans are flattering too. Can't help you with links, though, I don't tend to shop within that price range. Hope this helps.

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grouse · 17/02/2009 20:03

thanks hidetheribbons

Don't worry I don't shop in that price range either DH would have a hissy fit & I couldn't even if I had the money. Just looking for a style really.

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Spaceman · 17/02/2009 20:03

If you get below a 10 I say yes, it is absolutely lovely. If you are 12 or above it may look a bit shapeless.
You need to be willowy.

LoveMyLapTop · 17/02/2009 20:06

I think it would drown you if you are only a size 8

hidetheribbons · 17/02/2009 20:12

How about something like this (just as an example):
www.peacocks.co.uk/Womenswear/Knitwear/Cardigans_/PURPLE_LONG_SHAWL_COLLAR_CARDIGAN_-33328056.html

Spaceman · 17/02/2009 20:20

Oh god no - OP go with your original idea. I've two cardi's like the one hidetheribbons suggest and they are completely frumpy.

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grouse · 17/02/2009 21:30

Thanks ladies...I have to agree with Spaceman, I 'm not sure I like the one hidetheribbons suggested either...sorry
Also, I am aspiring to get back to a size 8 am still a size 12, and if you could see me now, I am wearing a black gypsy type maternity skirt, DHs socks upto my knees and a tatty old top with baby sick on it..ooh didn't brush my hair today...did do teeth & shower.

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MamacitaGordita · 18/02/2009 14:07

Go for one like the first- I got a similar one from Jigsaw and wear it A LOT. I think it was £79, a lot but worth it I think. Just make sure you're not wearing it with anything baggy underneath and I think you'd be fine. Also wearing it with a long skirt wouldn't work!

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