Shake It Off - Your New Favourite Leggings from Pertz

Pertz leggings have taken a comfortable item of clothing, and made it even better. Designed to support your tummy with a hidden control panel, the slightly shiny fabric makes the garment sit somewhere between tights and a leotard in terms of how it fits and feels.

Manufactured without an elastic waist band, they offer total comfort whilst giving support. Whilst they don't claim to be shapewear in the sense of something like Spanx, they do promise smoothness and support, in addition to giving your bottom a lift.

Perfect to wear under dresses or tunics, Pertz leggings help to minimise cellulite bumps if that's a thing which bothers you. Personally what sold them to me was how supported my legs felt when running - I wore them under my usual jogging bottoms and found that they really kept my muscles and body warm by retaining heat.

At £45 they are a bit of an investment, but having gone through the wash several times after being put through their paces running, they still look as new. Not even my thighs rubbing together has worn them in, which is pretty amazing as it's always the first thing to go in my sportswear. Of course these are mostly designed to be used as a combined tights /  shapewear hybrid, and in that sense, just having to buy the one, very durable item does save money.

Pertz leggings are available up to a UK 22, although if you can afford to size up one size, it's definitely worth doing as they do run a little small. They WILL feel tight when you first get them on, but don't worry. They have the slight feel of compression socks, but one you get past that, are so comfy and look great on.

Until next time,

Diana xx

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Running Up That Hill - Brilliant Sportswear from F&F Actice.

With a little over two weeks until I run 5k for Breast Cancer Care, my running gear is falling to pieces from making it endure so much horror! My trainers split during my last run, and I came home with soaking wet, muddy feet which was not very pleasant.

The wonderful people at F&F stepped in and came to my rescue, being kind enough to send me some trainers and leggings which have really helped me out! Clothing to work out in is never going to make you feel like you're walking a red carpet, but their range is still very stylish and fun and made me feel pulled in and supported in all the right places.

F&F Active Colour Block Leggings (£9) and F&F Active Leopard Mesh Trainers (£15).

The F&F Active Colour Block Leggings (£9) are great, as they have a slightly high waist so made me feel pulled in and comfy when running. They are so soft against my legs which is a must to avoid chaffing skin, and the cotton blend with a hint of elastane ensures the perfect fit with a touch of stretch.They are a dark navy blue with a pink colour block band on the waistline and a matching stripe running along the side seams.

The F&F Active Leopard Mesh Trainers (£15) are super cute and are a huge nod towards my love of rockabilly and 50s fashion. The breathable mesh at the toe and sides has a subtle leopard print design and the shape of the trainer offers comfort and support, with a supportive tread. The mostly black design is offset with a neon pink trim, and they feel lightweight when running making them perfect for being on grass.

I feel so grateful to F&F for helping me and supporting me with this run, and if you feel like you'd like to donate some spare change towards the Breast Cancer Care charity, you can do so here.

Until next time,

Diana xx

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