hi stephy. just joined up and thought as we were both in scotland we may be able to help each other.

i too need to lose about 3stone or more being around a size20-24 but for now i'd be happy to start with half a stone and be comfortable in my 18-20 clothes that are in the wardrobe and haven't been worn.

some people don't suit the skinny look - look at natalie cassidy, she looked awful as a size 8-10. time we leaned that we need to be comfy in our own skin before worrying if others think the same. as long as my clothes fit me on the day i want them and i feel ok then i don't care what size the label says!!