I’m a fashion expert – how to stop chub-rub, sweaty boobs & slippy sandals as the weather heats up & still look amazing
WE’RE in for a hot weekend but that doesn’t mean we have to compromise on style.
CLEMMIE FIELDSEND reveals ten fashion heat hacks to help everything from chub rub to big boobs.
STOP SUNNIES SLIPPING
THANKS to suncream, make-up and sweat, shades can fall down your face or rub against the bridge of your nose.
This will take off the SPF or your cosmetics.
Take two hair ties or elastic bands and tie them around the arms of sunnies.
It keeps them fixed in place on the top of your ears so they can’t move forward. They will stay straight and won’t slip down your nose.
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CHEERIO ‘CHUB RUB’
PREVENT chub rub by wearing sportswear shorts made from Lycra – cycling style.
Putting on breathable fabrics used in activewear or shapewear means you won’t sweat more just because you have an extra layer underneath a dress or skirt.
But if you do, the specialised material will absorb any excess moisture.
While the fabric between your legs will put a stop to them rubbing together, they will also save your dignity should the wind blow up your skirt.
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SO LONG SWEAT PATCHES
PRONE to profuse sweating that leaves embarrassing patches under your armpits?
Invest in a sweat-absorbent T-shirt or underarm patches, available on Amazon.
You can also banish sweat patches under your bra, and stop feeling hot and sticky from a damp underboob, by using a panty liner.
Thin sanitary pads are the answer to your prayers.
Line the pad in the bottom of the cups of your bra.
Most liners have a hint of scent so you’ll also smell fresh.
STAY COOL IN WHITE
IF you are in the sun all day or even just waiting outside the school gates, white is always the best option to keep you cool.
It reflects the sunlight, while dark colours such as black, brown and navy will absorb it.
Plus, if you sweat a lot, the marks don’t show up as much as if you were in darker colours such as grey.
STICK WITH SLEEVES
DESPITE feeling like you might be too hot and wanting to strip off, long cotton or linen-sleeved tops or shirts will keep the sun off your skin in the heat.
Steer clear of synthetic, man-made fabrics such as viscose and nylon, as their unnatural materials will make you feel hot and sweat more.
This Monsoon blouse, £34, in light pale colours will keep you cool.
DITCH PADDED BRAS
SWAP padded or underwired bras for a more breathable and comfortable solution, such as a bralette.
Not only will it reduce underboob sweat, but bralettes feel less restrictive and heavy – meaning you won’t get hot and bothered.
This M&S FlexiFit bra, £20, comes in sizes A to E and in different skin shades.
AXE HUNGRY BUM
WHILE shorts are great for hot days, they can often ride up when you walk or sit down.
Say goodbye to hungry bum when wearing them – by using a sliver of boob tape.
You can buy body tape for £5 from Amazon.
Sticking it on the bottom of the insides of your shorts creates a gentle grip against the skin, keeping them in place.
No need to pull them down all the time.
SKIP HEAVY METALS
CLOTHES with embellishments or beading, or heavy jewellery, can way down your clothes so they are closer to, or pressing against, your skin.
This can trap body heat, which in turn leads to more sweat.
Keep detailing to a minimum – opt for a statement print instead.
With your jewellery, earrings are a good choice as they don’t touch much of you.
Heavier metals around your neck and wrists (a temperature-regulating hot spot) can raise your body temperature, and also heat up in the sunshine, so stick to delicate jewellery.
DITCH BIG BAG
WHEN it comes to your bag, don’t reach for the jumbo tote to carry everything but the kitchen sink.
Bigger, bulkier designs are heavier and make you hotter.
Grab a small cross-body bag where weight is distributed evenly and carry only the essentials.
Plus, a smaller one means you can’t over-pack and won’t have unnecessary items weighing you down.
This raffia style option, £9.99 at H&M, is the smaller version of a large basket bag.
PLASTER SANDALS ON
SANDALS are an essential part of your summer look – especially when showing off perfectly painted toenails.
But slipping and sliding out of them is something we could all do without.
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Apply a big, thick plaster to the arch of each foot to soak up sweat and stop your sandals from slipping off.
Plus you can put one on the balls of your feet to prevent those annoying sandal-slapping noises.