Strapless wonder…

I found some pics from my holiday with a couple of outfits I forgot to blog. There was never going to be anything startling because when I go abroad I pack for comfort and coolness. I think most importantly for me though, was this strapless dress I bought from George at Asda. 
Firstly, please for give the ropey pics. On the first one above my belt had gone all saggy and I hadn’t realised until after dinner so we took some more round the pool in which I appear to have sunburn, but I didn’t burn, so that’s weird! Must have been the lighting! Anyway… back to the dress   

So, yes it’s nothing special, but I just wanted to blog it to reiterate the point of – try things on and don’t trust the size label! 
This dress is from the G21 range, which sadly only goes up to a 20, but, find the right cut and fabric and you can make an item that is 1-2 sizes too small, work for you. 
Depending on how tight you like and/or are comfortable wearing, I would say this would stretch to a 26. It had bags, and I mean bags of room on my 22/24 body. So please, don’t be blinkered in your shopping options. Shop around, try things on that aren’t necessarily your size and don’t be afraid to go into shops that only stock smaller sizes. You might discover a little gem!! 

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8 Comments

  1. Just me Leah on June 10, 2014 at 9:42 pm

    Looking relaxed, bronzed and beaut! x x



    • Becky Barnes on June 14, 2014 at 8:51 am

      Thanks love. Feels like a distant memory now! x x



  2. Anonymous on June 11, 2014 at 2:19 pm

    Gorgeous simple and classic looking you look amazing hon. Those shoes are really pretty as well 🙂 xx



    • Becky Barnes on June 14, 2014 at 8:52 am

      Ahh thanks Nic! They were an old Asda buy too from last year x x



  3. Laura Sweeney on June 11, 2014 at 7:34 pm

    Would love to wear a strapless dress but can't go bra less ��



    • Becky Barnes on June 14, 2014 at 8:53 am

      I've got a strapless bra on Laura, but I also don't have very big boobs so I can get away with it! Ha ha. I know JD Williams are launching a new strapless br thats supposed to be really good! x x



  4. KARA on June 13, 2014 at 3:28 pm

    You look fab, I went shopping in Asda yesterday after you mentioning them a few times, you are so right as one thing I got a 20 the other 24.
    Do you wear a strapless bra, as I am in need on one but not found a good hold yet x



    • Becky Barnes on June 14, 2014 at 8:54 am

      It really is worth trying all their stuff isn't it? I replied on twitter re: the bra, but yes a very old tatty one from Evans I'm afraid but as per the comment about, try JD Williams x