Birthdays are an excuse to indulge a bit. So this year I went beyond my usual High Street shopping habit to dip my toe into a slightly pricier brand. "High Street" is the term for affordable chain stores you might find on the main drag in most cities. About 80% of my wardrobe comes from that type of retailer. because they cater to petite sizes and they offer a lot of well-made and inexpensive items. Click to read more >
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