I am about to invest in some new clothes as i haven't bought anything since maternity clothes.

I'm at a bit of a loss as to what to buy. Although I'm only in my (very late!) twenties, I don't really like the clothes that are in fashion atm and i live in black trousers which i'm sure people must think is very dull.

Any ideas? -

(I'm a size 14 top 18 bottom so none of this leggings malarky either!)

anything as long as its black!

black jeans and thin jumpers really.

all in size 12!! This is new...used to be a 16

mandy xx

when i am at work i always wear black trousers and a bright top.
at weekend jeans and t shirts
debra

anything as long as its black!

black jeans and thin jumpers really.

all in size 12!! This is new...used to be a 16

mandy xx

Show off!

I'm getting there- my excuse is i've just had a baby (ish!) :blush:

Show off!

I'm getting there- my excuse is i've just had a baby (ish!) :blush:


taken me 19 years to get rid of my baby fat!!!


mandy xxx

well today im wearing a long grey t-shirt / dress bit rocky style over thick balck wooly tights layered with black cardy and doc martens with rose pattern on them

i generally wear this style or jeans (skinny ) and hoody or tracksuit bottoms if im feeling slobbish

and im braggin now but im a size 8 - 10 :p and im 36 if age makes a difference

Im a jeans and hoodie kida gal whether working or not. I am getting brave and wearing leggings at the weekends now, with long dresses over them.

I wear jeans all the time! very boring I know but never mind, normally wear a plain top with a thin cardigan , boring again I know!!! Would like to try new things but never do! xx

I used to be another "anything as long as it's black" sort of person, but I've got more colourful as I've got older. I tend to wear jeans most days with a brighter coloured top and a long cardi. The jeans & cardi are usually black, but at least the top isn't!

i wear alot of leggings and long shirts im a size 14 on bottom and 16 on top, i also wear alot of tracksuits for work. :thumbsup:

It depends :) today jeans and polo shirt from Amaranth. yesterday was skirt and tights with a blouse and heels. Tomorrow is Book Day so I'm dressed as a character from a book yet to be decided. I had thought Ms Trunchbull from Matilida, but doubt anyone will notice the difference lol

New Look have some really pretty dresses at the moment, put with legging (yes i know you said not leggings but they are so comfy) or jeggings (leggings that think they are jeans). New Look also have some long tshirts in, M&S have some too with buttons on the sleeves and tiny pockets- T411498A Scoop Neck Long Roll Up Sleeve T-Shirt with Modal- very cute. Next have a Green dippy hem shirt 435-261-X47 which i love, put it with joggers or baggy trousers and a cardi -yum

I love shopping :)

Jeans, trainers, t-shirts and hoodie tops for when cold and I haven't got the heating set to tropical!

I always wear leggings or jeans for my working day along with either a fleece or a sweatshirt from Amaranth :thumbsup:

Carol xx

I wear jeans all the time! very boring I know but never mind, normally wear a plain top with a thin cardigan , boring again I know!!! Would like to try new things but never do! xx

Same here only time i dress up is at xmas and if I am going to the races with my dad

The thing with leggings is that i carry all my weight on my hips, thighs and bottom and tight leggings just draw your attention to them, no?

It's my 30th in a couple of months and i'd love to give myself a new look (any look!) because i'm just awful at the moment! Never have my hair cut- last time was 15mths ago and that was first time since being with DH. I don't wear make up or do any of that 'girlie' stuff and really think i should start making a bit more effort!

The thing with leggings is that i carry all my weight on my hips, thighs and bottom and tight leggings just draw your attention to them, no?

It's my 30th in a couple of months and i'd love to give myself a new look (any look!) because i'm just awful at the moment! Never have my hair cut- last time was 15mths ago and that was first time since being with DH. I don't wear make up or do any of that 'girlie' stuff and really think i should start making a bit more effort!

That makes me feel really vain:blush: ! My hair is cut and coloured every 4 or 5 weeks and I never leave the house without a bit of slap on!

I tend to wear jeans and my logo polo shirt for work but I need to invest in some new ones. My trouble is I tend to like the same things as my 18 year old DD which I think is just plain wrong! Really don't want to look like mutton dressed as lamb:rolleyes:

CLOTHES........................................... .............:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:

That makes me feel really vain:blush: ! My hair is cut and coloured every 4 or 5 weeks and I never leave the house without a bit of slap on!

I tend to wear jeans and my logo polo shirt for work but I need to invest in some new ones. My trouble is I tend to like the same things as my 18 year old DD which I think is just plain wrong! Really don't want to look like mutton dressed as lamb:rolleyes:

Not vain- you just take care of yourself. I used to be like that but i had kids at 21 and it's gone downhill ever since! :panic:

My 30th feels like an opportunity for a new start :)

The thing with leggings is that i carry all my weight on my hips, thighs and bottom and tight leggings just draw your attention to them, no?

It's my 30th in a couple of months and i'd love to give myself a new look (any look!) because i'm just awful at the moment! Never have my hair cut- last time was 15mths ago and that was first time since being with DH. I don't wear make up or do any of that 'girlie' stuff and really think i should start making a bit more effort!

i'm a 'pear' too, i just wear tunics or long tshirts, you are only young once (& i'm 53 :D ) and who cares what anyone else thinks anyway. You/I deserve to feel good ....and a few well chosen pieces of clothes make me feel happy:laughing: I know what you mean about the hairdressers, its the effort, time and cost :(

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There's always a smart ****!

And i know that ^^^ is going to get starred - so sorry!

i'm a 'pear' too, i just wear tunics or long tshirts, you are only young once (& i'm 53 :D ) and who cares what anyone else thinks anyway. You/I deserve to feel good ....and a few well chosen pieces of clothes make me feel happy:laughing: I know what you mean about the hairdressers, its the effort, time and cost :(

Ok I've bitten the bullet and just ordered some leggings and a nice long top (i live in these!)

Will also find and then book a hairdressers appt? How does one do that when you have a 6 mth old baby? Childminder? :laughing:

How about getting a mobile hairdresser?

How about getting a mobile hairdresser?

That's an idea. I don't know of any but i could ask around.

<Anyone know a mobile hairdresser in Berkshire? :D >

Have a look in the local paper. They usually advertise there.

Should probably take my own advice as I have a right old birds nest going on at the minute but I hate going to the hairdressers with a passion as I always feel so self conscious there :blush:

Have a look in the local paper. They usually advertise there.

Should probably take my own advice as I have a right old birds nest going on at the minute but I hate going to the hairdressers with a passion as I always feel so self conscious there :blush:

I think that's my problem too :blush:

I hate spending the whole time in front of the mirror.

I'm worried it will look horrible.

I'm terrified they're going to tell me i have nits!!!!

jeans, jeans, jeans and oh, did I mention.... jeans :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:


used to be boyfriend and slouchy - still is but since lost a bit of weight now skinny ones too.

however, have resolved this year to ditch the boring cap sleeve t-shirts and grandad tops and buy a few more exciting blouses/tops which can withstand the snot, paint etc.

Usually trainers too but sometimes flat boots.

oh and I'm and out of the shower, brush hair scrape in ponytail kinda girl - no makeup - no time!! rather spend my mornign time eating breakfast and having a quick forum visit;)

I wear most styles depends how the mood takes me.

Today i have on long ugg boots with buttons up the side. Thick black leggings, stretchy short skirt and long black top. Then a denim shirt over the top and a belt round my hips.

I never leave the house without my makeup and my hair done. Oh and earrings, necklace, bracelet and perfume.

I like skinny jeans, jumper dresses, long or short skirts, dresses in the summer, and i have a thing about scarves (not wooly) at the moment.

I enjoy dressing up. I must admit i dont wear joggers or tracksuit bottoms, only when i come out of the shower in the evenings

I recently checked my wardrobe and was quite amazed, I have 4 pairs of the same jeans in blue, black, grey and light wash, the same short sleeved top in black, grey, red and navy, the same cardi in 2 different colours, grey and red and 2 pairs of boots (same style) in brown and black.
How boring is that. Will have to check New Look for some ideas, I like the idea of wearing leggings under a summer dress. maybe I should take a look at their web site?

i never used to both with makeup or haircuts etc - i honestly didn't have my hair cut between 17 and about 22/23?!? :eek:
In the last year I have felt like making more of an effort - not that it helps :laughing: and the hairdresser comes round every 9 weeks and I put a bit of make up on in the morning - only concealer/foundation and some bronzer - i have terrible spots due to PCOS so it makes me feel a little more human when i greet mindees!
as for clothes, i only ever wear cheap jeans and usually a thin long-sleeved t-shirt in the winter, in the summer long skirts. i would love to get more but i am so unbelieveably fussy and never think anything suits me - plus i seem to have a major issue being able to match shoes with clothes so i never both to wear things like leggings and skirts together in the winter as i can't find any dainty shoes that i like!