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          Make time to experiment
          July 1, 2018
          Layer Layer!
          August 31, 2018

          How to wear strappy dresses when you don’t like your arms

          July 17, 2018

          The simple crop t-shirt has been my life saver garment in this heat. No, I’m not baring midriffs but popping on top of sleeveless dresses – it means my waist is free of restrictions, no tucking-in dilemma and my arms are covered for going out.  I don’t hate my arms but feel more confident with a sleeve of sorts, and then at home when I want to be free of layers I can go back to straps again.

          Here are a few cropped ones. Choose a size up so not too tight over the dress workings.

          Asos cotton/poly crop T-shirt, £10

          H&M cotton blend T shirt, £6.99

          Top Shop crop top, this is the Tall link but regular in store 

          Or a wrap waisted top over dresses will also add a new look, especially if a dress is too bare for daywear. Try this.

          Zara linen wrap top, now £5.99

          My old striped H&M version has sat upon three of my dresses, changing their identity to ‘wearable out’ so I am now on the search for more options to extend my own wardrobe.

          Over my Monsoon button through-dress

          Top Shop scoop, above,  over my racer neckline (comes up very small, so size up)

          Basically this opens up a new style, don’t ‘diss the dress’ without sleeves, make it work for you by adding your own top layer, just look for shorter and a neater fit than your average T-shirt.

          Give it a go…experiment.

          K x

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          Kirstie
          Moving through my forties I've gained confidence to believe in 'style over trends' - quality wins (most of the time) and not to take it all too seriously. A great jacket is always my motto, and I like to play about with old and new and mix in some craft ideas too. I work with lovely clients who want a concise wardrobe or a unique outfit for a special occasion. I hope to inspire you.

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          2 Comments

          1. elvisbarbarellabellucci@gmail.com' elvis collings says:
            July 25, 2018 at 3:16 pm

            hi kirstie, as usual great tips and this one was brilliant for me, will be hooking out sundresses and tops to see which ones work. thank you

            Reply
            • Kirstie says:
              July 25, 2018 at 8:32 pm

              It’s a pleasure, I am sure you will make some great connections x

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