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Right, i know there's been a rew but i need your help, really struggling to find a dress for xmas day..

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BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 11:56

I've had a really shitty year with dh but we're finally getting back on track. However my confidence has been left at an all time low.

I want to look sexy, but understated and fairly comfortable on christmas day. I'm 29, very petite, size 6/8, 5'2, but pretty big boobed My norks need to be accessible for bf so no slash necks etc.

Come on ladies, help!

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 12:52

Every dress I look at which I think would suit your figure gets cancelled out by the BF access. Could I drag you away from the idea of a dress?

How about a cashmere ballet wrap/cardigan over a cami and knee-high boots with leggings tucked in? This would show off your figure and allow you to BF.

I always feel really sexy with my boots on!

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 13:05

Tell me about it! I have only got ankle boots this year, these boots which i have worn tons with skinny jeans, all i wear when i go out really. I really fancied a dress..

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BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 13:07

But i do actually like your idea florence

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 13:11

I know how it is when your mind gets fixated! I have just found this. It's available in an 8/10 and it's a wrap but shorter and funkier than most wrap dresses:

Anusha circus dress

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 13:14

Hmm, not sure. I think you might have changed my mind actally, i'm thinking top and cardi now, i think that could look sexier, but not sure about legs? skirt? I don't even own a single one anymore!I used to be stylish, now i'm just unsure!

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 13:23

You could wear skinny jeans or leggings with your ankle boots and then a gorgeous cashmere cardi with a belt to nip in your waist. Sex on legs and comfortable (belt can be discarded post-lunch)!

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 13:25

do you think ankle boots would look okay with leggings?

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 13:39

I think that with your figure they would look great (as long as they are not old lady ones!

FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 13:40

Although knee-lengths sexier in my opinion.

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 13:45

I know i agree. hmm. I linked to the boots above, have a look.

Help me find a top and a cardigan, please!

I'm uninspired at the moment.

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traceybath · 14/12/2009 13:48

God - I love those boots.

I am also bf and will be wearing skinny jeans, lace trimmed cami and cashmere cardi.

I'm saving dresses for post-bf.

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 13:56

Thanks traceybath, they were a treat to myself as i got fed up with 2 years of flats with the babies (used to always wear heels). I'd wear jeans, but i wear them litterally everyday so want to look a bit different. Where's your cami from traceybath?

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 13:59

OMG, definitely not old lady ankle boots! They are superb.

How about this 'cardi' over a cami:

Karen Millen

FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 14:02

This very classy and will feel gorgeous on:

M&S cashmere wrap cardigan

traceybath · 14/12/2009 14:03

more of a vest actually

I have various colours in the xs and they are good for bf and layering.

What about a skirt - i've got this one in aubergine

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 14:25

I like th KM cardi, not sure if i should go for back though. And maybe it should be longer with a belt. That vest looks good traceybath.

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 14:38

Would look great with cami and big belt:

Cashmere stripe waterfall cardigan

A bit different:
French connection

BurningBuntingFlipFlop · 14/12/2009 14:50

that's so funny, i was just adding that fc one to my bag! not sure what top with it though.

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FlorenceandtheMincePieMachine · 14/12/2009 16:05

Great minds think alike and all that. It is subtly sexy.

I would just go with a very plain cami (or thermal!).

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