Claire Sweeney, 51, looks sensational in a plunging green maxi dress and carries a £1,440 YSL bag as she strolls along the beach in Barbados
Claire Sweeney certainly didn’t have the January blues as she hit the beach in sunny Barbados on Thursday.
The 51-year-old actress looked stunning in a green maxi dress as she enjoyed a stroll on the sand during her stay on the stunning Caribbean island.
Claire, who jetted abroad with friends and family to see the start of 2023 in style, appeared to be having the time of her life as she basked in the sunshine.
Gorgeous: Claire Sweeney, 51, certainly didn’t have the January blues as she hit the beach in sunny Barbados on Thursday
The stylish dress featured tiered ruffle details along with a classy plunging neckline.
Adorned with a colorful abstract print, the dress accentuated the former Brookside star’s golden tan.
Claire carried her essentials in a £1,440 YSL beach bag and accessorized it with a selection of gold jewellery.
Beach babe: The actress looked stunning in a stylish green dress as she enjoyed a walk on the sand during her stay on the stunning Caribbean island
Stunner: The stylish dress featured tiered ruffle detailing as well as a plunging neckline as she looked braless underneath
The stunner wore a glamorous palette of makeup for the outing and styled her blonde tresses into loose curls.
She walked along the sand before stopping to chat with friends enjoying the sun.
Claire shared snaps from her luxury vacation on Instagram.
Tan: Decorated with a colorful print, the dress accentuates the former Brookside star’s golden tan
Exhausted: Claire was so busy she was forced to stifle a yawn
During her absence, Claire has also enjoyed meals at Mango Bay Restaurant, where she rang in the New Year and the famous Lonestar.
The star has been holidaying with a group of friends and her son Jaxon, seven, who is her son from a previous relationship with ex Daniel Reilly.
Last year, Claire revealed her weight-loss secrets before she starred in Cabaret All Stars and wanted to be at her “physical best”.
Chat: She was hanging out with friends soaking up the sun in swimsuits
Expensive: She carried her essentials in a £1,440 YSL beach bag and accessorised with a selection of gold jewellery
Paddle: Claire later enjoyed a paddle while taking in the gorgeous views
“The plan is to go to the gym five days a week and do hot yoga because it’s great for losing weight and strengthening my core.”
While she’s been open about her fitness regimen, Claire has always insisted that she doesn’t push herself too hard, and has previously “adopted herself overweight.”
During a March 2022 appearance on ITV’s Lorraine, Claire revealed her secrets to looking and feeling good: “I think it’s just about dressing appropriately, I’ve changed my hair slightly. Just embrace it and enjoy being yourself.
Posh: While she was away, Claire also enjoyed meals at Mango Bay Restaurant where she rang in the New Year and the famous Lonestar
Cover-up: Claire appeared to be wearing black swim trunks underneath
Leggy: She showed off very leggy as she strolled along the shore
Family outing: The star has been holidaying with a group of friends and her son Jaxon, seven, who is her son from a previous relationship with ex Daniel Reilly
“I’m a bit overweight at the moment, but that will wear off. Don’t beat yourself up about things.’
Loraine replied, “You are a wise woman. Far too many of us procrastinate and think if I lose a rock I’ll wear this. Put it on now!’
Laughing, Claire said, “Put on your panties and put on a dress!”
Relaxing: She later joined her party as they chatted in the sunshine
Beaming: Claire appeared to be having a wonderful time on the tropical trip