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Our pluS Size clOThing iS inspired by trends, ThOugh SOmeTimeS We Snub Them, and regularly

We push the fashion boundaries

Winter ’ 13 is

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At Taking Shape we are not your everyday plus size brand!• We are designer driven• We care about styling you to look and feel your best• We are quirky & irreverent• We are powerful & confident• We are curvy, voluptuous, plus sized• We are beautiful!

With a diverse brand selection Taking Shape gives you choices:• TS is fashion forward and a little bit avant garde• Virtuelle is no fuss, everyday casual wear• Eplissé is all-eyes-on-you evening wear• Taking Shape Active is modern active wear

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Our cuSTOmer iS aT The

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We STriVe TO honour,

cherish, flatter and

inspire!book a Free styling session today

Crest Coat T10194 £145.00

Luxury Art Tunic T20064 £90.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Voodoo Purple, Black, Charcoal,

Tree Top, Ruby £45.00

My Precious Heart Necklace T90502 £30.00

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LEFTCosy Boucle Jacket

T10350 Eggplant, Charcoal £135.00

Shady Tunic T30601 £90.00

Editorial Trouser T60111 £80.00

Striped Delight Scarf T90657 £20.00

Magnetic Field Bracelet T90680 Black, Red £15.00

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Cold Comfort Coat T10020 £145.00

Diamond In The Rough Tunic T20072 £90.00

Cut out Tunic T30518 Black, Hay £45.00

Integra Full Length Legging T60185 £30.00

Magnetic Field Necklace T90678 Black, Red £25.00

coats of diSTincTiOn

Soft & flowing to classic & structured TS brings you a vast selection of coats and

jackets. Whether you need to battle the elements or just add a final layer

of colour or warmth we have a coat to suit your life and style.

TunicS can be worn year round – layer them with body tees when it’s cold

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Merino Wool Jacquard Cardigan T10398 Tree Top, Black, Sapphire £105.00

Winter Bloom Tunic T20075 £90.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Black, Charcoal, Tree Top, Voodoo Purple, Ruby £45.00

Soho Ponti Trouser T60203 £80.00

Silent Whispers Necklace T90497 £30.00

cardigancharacTer

Our cardigans are specially designed for a curvy figure and are key to the TS layering look. not only providing warmth, they

add colour and texture. choose from many shapes and styles including swing,

cropped, printed, plain, crushed and more.

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Cornelli Vest T10425 £120.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Ruby, Black, Charcoal,

Tree Top, Voodoo Purple £45.00

My Precious Heart Necklace T90502 £30.00versatile

VeSTS

These wardrobe wonders can be worn open as a sleeveless jacket,

or all done up as a tunic.

decOrOuS bOdy Tee made from a stretchy cotton/nylon knit this top is the quintessential layering piece – perfect under vests, cardigans, tunics & dresses. a great way to add a pop of colour – choose from black, red, green, charcoal or purple

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Intersect Stripe Cardigan T10381 £90.00

Splendour Dress T70261 £95.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Voodoo Purple, Black, Charcoal, Tree Top, Ruby £45.00

Soho Ponti Trouser T60203 £80.00

The Gong Necklace T90363 £20

Magnetic Field Bracelet T90680 Black, Red £15.00

dressedFOr SucceSS

combining femininity, functionality & fun, TS dresses skim your curves

in all the right places, enhancing your good bits. Wear with leggings

& tights, layer with a body tee underneath and a cardigan on top.

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Enthuse Button Cardigan T10463 Storm, Black, Tree Top,

Eggplant, Blueberry, Ruby £90.00

Shades Dress T70253 £95.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Black, Charcoal, Tree Top,

Voodoo Purple, Ruby £45.00

Integra Full Length Legging T60185 £30.00

Magnetic Field Necklace T90678 Red, Black £25.00

This dress shape is a perennial favourite

because it flatters every shape –  so you’ll find it

in store in many prints & colours

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Azure Print Tunic T30535 £90.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Charcoal, Black, Tree Top, Voodoo Purple, Ruby £45.00

Soho Ponti Trouser T60203 £80.00

Acorns Necklace T90889 £25.00

top it offWiTh TOpS & TunicS

With such a variety of Tops & Tunics you’re guaranteed to find something

you love. There are many hem & sleeve lengths to choose from in

amazing designs that provide body flattering solutions. layered prints that hide a tummy, drape necklines

to flatter your bust and longer lengths to cover thighs.

clever drape panel hides a tummy

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Instinct Chiffon Top T20059 £90.00

Integra 3/4 Sleeve Body Tee T30474 Black, White £45.00

Editorial Trouser T60111 £80.00

French Twist Necklace T90807 £25.00

built in layers and two types of print enhance your shape

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desk to

dinner

TS occasion wear stands out from the crowd,

with statement prints, rich textures and

subtle embellishments. by using fabrics that are not restrictive and have

beautiful drape and flow we have created evening wear

that is so versatile you’ll always have something to

wear out on the town.

LEFTShadow Jacket T10383 £120.00 Filigree Tunic T30486 £110.00 Luna Shoestring Body Dress T70214 £45.00

Integra Full Length Legging T60185 £30.00 Vanessa Necklace T90726 Black, Red £25.00

RIGHT Blue By You Sizzle Dress T70269 £95.00 Luna Shoestring Body Dress T70214 £45.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Black, Charcoal, Tree Top, Voodoo Purple, Ruby £45.00 Integra Full Length Legging T60185 £30.00 opera Necklace T90719 £30.00

Velvet Jacket, lace Tunic, body dress, leggings

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LEFToriental Jacket T10363 £130.00 Integra 3/4 Sleeve Body Tee T30474 Black, White £45.00 Editorial Trouser T60111 £80.00

Polly’s Scarf T90865 £20.00 Vanessa Necklace T90726 Black, Red £25.00

RIGHT Sing Velvet Jacket T10417 £120.00 Colosseum Sizzle Dress T70286 £95.00 Integra Full Length Legging T60185 £30.00

Long Newbies Necklace T90508 £20.00

Velvet Jacket, lace Tunic, body dress, leggings

Jacquard Jacket, body Tee, Slim leg Trousers

body Tee, crushed asymmetrical dress, leggings

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Features check lining in body & hood

Filigree print makes these more than your everyday denim jeans

Portland Coat V02354 £110.00

Maritza Twofer Top V02301 £55.00

Society Jean V02237 £65.00

Sparkle Knit Scarf T90658 £20.00

Parisian Delight Umbrella T90704 £20.00

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Virtuelle Jackets & coats provide a casual option for keeping out the elements – think

weekend walks, a trip to the market or watching the children’s football game.

ABOVENotting Hill Coat V02353 £110.00

Queenie Tunic V02267 Teal, Petunia £45.00

Eddie Jean V02857 £65.00

Striped Delight Scarf T90657 £20.00

RIGHTBirmingham Jacket V02262 £80.00

Flowerfield Blouse V02698 £49.00

Kore Wide Strap Tank T30376 Black, White £35.00

Beat It Trouser T60228 £85.00

Flappers Necklace T90803 Lime, Multi, Berry £15.00

outer layerThe

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rug up with knitwear that keeps you warm without adding extra bulk.

knitted up!all

LEFTAoki Cardigan V02350 £65.00

Déjà Vu Top V02475 £49.00

Long Newbies Necklace T90508 £20.00

RIGHTVera Cardigan V02349 £69.00

Vivian Blouse V02776 £49.00

Kore Wide Strap Tank T30376 White, Black £35.00

Crystal Heart Necklace T90714 £25.00

Vests warm your core without restricting your movement

a chunky knit cardigan with a hood = cosy!

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dress down in comfort & Style.

your leisureaT

LEFTLegacy Hoodie V02245 Lavender, Papaya, Blue Iris £35.00

Integra 3/4 Sleeve Body Tee T30474 White, Black £45.00

RIGHTSavannah Top V02263 £49.00

Decorous Essential Body Tee T30550 Black, Charcoal, Tree Top, Voodoo Purple, Ruby £45.00

Frequency Looped Scarf T90880 £20.00

Virtuelle has a fun collection of colourful hoodies & sweatshirts

Weekend tops that look stylish &

feel great

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Infinity Spray Jacket T86032 £75.00

Infinity Top T86036 Wisteria/Black, Fuchsia/Black £40.00

Infinity Legging T86037 £50.00

Infinity Relax Tank T86039 £35.00

Infinity Legging T86037 £50.00

Live In Jacket T86051 £70.00

Infinity Top T86036 Fuchsia/Black, Wisteria/Black £40.00

Live In Long Trouser T86051 £70.00

Designed to fit and flattergeT acTiVe

active wear that Moves with you, Breathes and keeps you cool, supports and smooths your bumpy bits.Whether you’re into yoga, running, gym or Walking the Taking Shape active range has your active life covered.

These leggings feel like a second skin

Sports mesh wicks away moisture

brushed matt fabric supports & smooths

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As sEEn On BAck cOVER:Sugar Plum Velvet Coat E10014 £150

Chiffon Party Tunic Amethyst E20001 £100

Luna Shoestring Body Dress T70214 £45.00

Tulle Petticoat Black & Ivory worn together E50002 £95.00

Metalworks Necklace T90922 £25

Crystal Castles Necklace Purple & Clear worn together T90819 £15.00

Stunning printed velvet

layer two tulle petticoats together for feminine flounce

* Shoes, bags, earrings & stockings are stylist’s own.

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Fanfare Jacket Black, Lichen E10002 £95.00

Chiffon Party Tunic Amythest E20001 £100.00

Layering Bias Slip Black, Grey E70001 £115.00

Luna Shoestring Body Dress T70214 £45.00

Gala Necklace T90585 £15.00

Crystal Castles Necklace Black, Purple, Clear T90819 £15.00

your must have pop-on evening jacket

Two wonderful layering pieces for creating endless outfits

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Summer Set Dress E70006 £145.00

Rainbow Connection Necklace T90829 £25.00

exclusive eplissé print

a dress that’s stunning in its

simplicity

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Midnight Garden Dress E70011 £150.00

Tulle Petticoat Black, Ivory E50002 £95.00

Crystal Castles Necklace Black & Purple worn together T90819 £15.00

exclusive eplissé print

Tie sash to the front or back depending on your shape

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delicate print creates a sophisticated look. perfect for a wedding

Minted Rose Puff Dress E70004 £130.00

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Minted Rose Dress E70002 £160.00 Tulle Petticoat Ivory, Black E50002 £95.00 Crystal Castles Necklace Clear worn as a bracelet T90819 £15.00

FlaTTering deSignknit bodice for movement with woven full skirt

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Velvet Rabbit Coat E10007 £250.00

Fanfare Swing Dress E70012 £110.00

Layering Bias Slip Grey, Black E70001 £115.00

Zowie Necklace T90924 £20.00

Fantasy Necklace T90851 £25.00

Good Ship Necklace T90814 £20.00

luxuryand drama

combine to create this statement evening coat.

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Boucle Coat E10010 £220.00

Perfect Ponti Dress E70010 £115.00

Gala Necklace T90585 £15.00

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This coat features velvet collar and cuff ties.

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