AngieBear

I was in size 3x, or 26/28, and had some very nice business casual clothes. It’s tough for people that size to find decent quality, cute clothing, and I wanted to gift it to someone. I would do a purge every month or so, and give away more (mostly though a gift economy FB group). I also gave some to a colleague. I love seeing her get use out of it.
I bought from thrift stores while I was losing, I considered it more like renting clothes than buying, and donated it back out when I shrank out of it. Like MsSSS, I had bins of clothes that I was pulling from as I shrank, until I got down below XLs and 1x’s, that is. Getting below that size was unchartered territory for me. I really hate wearing baggy clothes.
I’m now a size 10-12. I JUST went through my closet today and have a couple of new bags to donate. I tried everything on, and it it’s too big, it’s out. Admittedly it’s because closet space is precious now 😂

I was in size 3x, or 26/28, and had some very nice business casual clothes. It’s tough for people that size to find decent quality, cute clothing, and I wanted to gift it to someone. I would do a purge every month or so, and give away more (mostly though a gift economy FB group). I also gave some to a colleague. I love seeing her get use out of it.
I bought from thrift stores while I was losing, I considered it more like renting clothes than buying, and donated it back out when I shrank out of it. Like MsSSS, I had bins of clothes that I was pulling from as I shrank, until I got down below XLs and 1x’s, that is. Getting below that size was unchartered territory for me. I really hate wearing baggy clothes.
I’m now a size 10-12. I JUST went through my closet today and have a couple of new bags to donate. I tried everything on, and it it’s too big, it’s out. Admittedly it’s because closet space is precious now 😂

Okay, today’s work outfit. I usually wear colored leggings under clothes because I am self-conscious about my legs (varicose veins). But, I’ve decided that I’m just going to need to get over it. Nobody really cares about my legs. I took this picture at work, and I can see I need to clean the mirror. The unfortunate line right at my boob is NOT on the outfit. 😂
Also, I’m trying to encourage people that aren’t “at goal” yet to post some outfit pics! DOOOOOO IIIIIIIITTTTT!!!!!!

I have a lot of purple going on today. I am in an in-service today - we are focusing on social justice so things are gonna get emotional. Hence the comfy stretchy clothes.

Hey now, be nice to yourself. I’m not at goal, and everyone in here has been nothing but nice. I also certainly don’t look like a hippo, and still rock some cute outfits.
Other posters aren’t at goal and still look great! We don’t need to hide in the shadows or be ashamed of how we look, at any step. I refuse to, and find the sentiment that being a bit (or even a lot) from a specific weight means that you should hide or aren’t worthy of nice clothes disheartening and sad.
Bears unite! Love your body in all its stages ❤️ Or at least don’t say mean things about it ❤️

I’m close to 6 months out of gastric sleeve surgery. Everything is going well. Getting adequate hydration is getting easier, it had been a struggle. My body is still adjusting. But, all in all I am still feeling very glad that I made this decision. I was active and happy before, but some (a lot of) things are so much easier now. Being able to go into a regular store and buy a raincoat, fitting well in airline seats, etc. I worry less about my long term health. I worry less about how I’m perceived on a daily basis. Those small anxieties were taking far more of brain space than I realized. People in general are nicer to me, which is nice (it makes life easier), but takes some working through to not become cynical and jaded.
I’m stalled out at the moment (totally normal), and thought it was a good time for a collage. And some mad props to bigger Angie, who did so many cool and adventurous things even though it was hard. I feel pretty disconnected from how it was and who I was before, and I’m sure this will deepen even more as the years go by.
As you can see, surgery turned my hair purple and pink. My surgeon never even mentioned the possibility! Tsk tsk.

I’m close to 6 months out of gastric sleeve surgery. Everything is going well. Getting adequate hydration is getting easier, it had been a struggle. My body is still adjusting. But, all in all I am still feeling very glad that I made this decision. I was active and happy before, but some (a lot of) things are so much easier now. Being able to go into a regular store and buy a raincoat, fitting well in airline seats, etc. I worry less about my long term health. I worry less about how I’m perceived on a daily basis. Those small anxieties were taking far more of brain space than I realized. People in general are nicer to me, which is nice (it makes life easier), but takes some working through to not become cynical and jaded.
I’m stalled out at the moment (totally normal), and thought it was a good time for a collage. And some mad props to bigger Angie, who did so many cool and adventurous things even though it was hard. I feel pretty disconnected from how it was and who I was before, and I’m sure this will deepen even more as the years go by.
As you can see, surgery turned my hair purple and pink. My surgeon never even mentioned the possibility! Tsk tsk.

Off topic - I also got a new foster family last night. Mama kitty is SO SWEET! I think she’s pretty young, too, poor girl. There are 3 babies.
  

okay, back to our regular programming...

Sweater dress weather today. I went slouchy, with no belt. This is with and without the scarf, but it’s been cold so the look today is definitely WITH the scarf.
 

Hey @sillykitty , where did you get that jumpsuit? I don’t think I can pull one off yet, but when I can I’d love something similar.
This thread has been SUPER helpful in dealing with my body dysmorphia. It’s still weird to me, being out of plus sizes, etc., but seeing the change gradually in pictures has helped my brain adjust. I encourage others to participate. Somehow making it about the clothes makes me less emotionally tied to the selfies, if that makes sense?
Also, I’m going to start saving up for plastics. My back seems okay, pretty good actually, but my stomach and thighs are a hot MESS. So, mommy makeover (I want the boobs, too), and thigh lift, I guess? I still have a while until I hit goal, and probably a year after that until I feel ready to go under the knife. But, it’s helpful to think that it’s in my future. My neck does seem to be tightening up somewhat, which is a relief.

Update: I am sick and ended up changing into jammies and going back to bed. What I’m currently wearing:

This thread is now all Angie all the time! Today’s running outfit. Before and after shots. It might be a bit soggy out today. I was thrilled to find a trail that was still open, and is easy to social distance on!

Oh, I have bat wings aplenty! You just can’t see them in those pics. Most of my loose skin is in my stomach, though my thighs and whatnot also have some crepey skin. And let’s not talk about my poor boobs.
The plastics I’m planning on getting next year are a Tummy Tuck and breast lift. Then I’ll re-evaluate and see if anything else bothers me enough to address it.
Today I broke out the FANCY jogging pants! Sparkles and everything. You can see the loose skin/pudge in my stomach in this. It’s fine, I’m overall THRILLED with the weight loss, so no complaints!

Oh, I have bat wings aplenty! You just can’t see them in those pics. Most of my loose skin is in my stomach, though my thighs and whatnot also have some crepey skin. And let’s not talk about my poor boobs.
The plastics I’m planning on getting next year are a Tummy Tuck and breast lift. Then I’ll re-evaluate and see if anything else bothers me enough to address it.
Today I broke out the FANCY jogging pants! Sparkles and everything. You can see the loose skin/pudge in my stomach in this. It’s fine, I’m overall THRILLED with the weight loss, so no complaints!

This thread is now all Angie all the time! Today’s running outfit. Before and after shots. It might be a bit soggy out today. I was thrilled to find a trail that was still open, and is easy to social distance on!

I’m working from home. My outfits have been jeans and workout clothes. Today I’m in my black overalls. The black slippers and wool socks are NOT the right shoe choice with these cropped pants, but hey, my feet are cold!
I love this pink striped top, and I’m sure it makes my run faster when I wear it! One of my goals throughout this process was to be able to feel confident running in just a sports bra and capris, like KaysMommy is rocking. I’m not QUITE there yet, but getting closer! My most stubborn fat pocket is on my tummy.

Oh, I have bat wings aplenty! You just can’t see them in those pics. Most of my loose skin is in my stomach, though my thighs and whatnot also have some crepey skin. And let’s not talk about my poor boobs.
The plastics I’m planning on getting next year are a Tummy Tuck and breast lift. Then I’ll re-evaluate and see if anything else bothers me enough to address it.
Today I broke out the FANCY jogging pants! Sparkles and everything. You can see the loose skin/pudge in my stomach in this. It’s fine, I’m overall THRILLED with the weight loss, so no complaints!

This thread is now all Angie all the time! Today’s running outfit. Before and after shots. It might be a bit soggy out today. I was thrilled to find a trail that was still open, and is easy to social distance on!

Oh, I have bat wings aplenty! You just can’t see them in those pics. Most of my loose skin is in my stomach, though my thighs and whatnot also have some crepey skin. And let’s not talk about my poor boobs.
The plastics I’m planning on getting next year are a Tummy Tuck and breast lift. Then I’ll re-evaluate and see if anything else bothers me enough to address it.
Today I broke out the FANCY jogging pants! Sparkles and everything. You can see the loose skin/pudge in my stomach in this. It’s fine, I’m overall THRILLED with the weight loss, so no complaints!

Shopping for groceries after work. I simply didn't bin the mask before I got home. Unfortunately there are still only a few people with masks. I've seen a few people of East Asian origin with masks but otherwise...
At least many patients are getting masks now on the wards before they go to the radiology department.

Oh, I have bat wings aplenty! You just can’t see them in those pics. Most of my loose skin is in my stomach, though my thighs and whatnot also have some crepey skin. And let’s not talk about my poor boobs.
The plastics I’m planning on getting next year are a Tummy Tuck and breast lift. Then I’ll re-evaluate and see if anything else bothers me enough to address it.
Today I broke out the FANCY jogging pants! Sparkles and everything. You can see the loose skin/pudge in my stomach in this. It’s fine, I’m overall THRILLED with the weight loss, so no complaints!

This thread is now all Angie all the time! Today’s running outfit. Before and after shots. It might be a bit soggy out today. I was thrilled to find a trail that was still open, and is easy to social distance on!

I’m working from home. My outfits have been jeans and workout clothes. Today I’m in my black overalls. The black slippers and wool socks are NOT the right shoe choice with these cropped pants, but hey, my feet are cold!
I love this pink striped top, and I’m sure it makes my run faster when I wear it! One of my goals throughout this process was to be able to feel confident running in just a sports bra and capris, like KaysMommy is rocking. I’m not QUITE there yet, but getting closer! My most stubborn fat pocket is on my tummy.

Oh, I have bat wings aplenty! You just can’t see them in those pics. Most of my loose skin is in my stomach, though my thighs and whatnot also have some crepey skin. And let’s not talk about my poor boobs.
The plastics I’m planning on getting next year are a Tummy Tuck and breast lift. Then I’ll re-evaluate and see if anything else bothers me enough to address it.
Today I broke out the FANCY jogging pants! Sparkles and everything. You can see the loose skin/pudge in my stomach in this. It’s fine, I’m overall THRILLED with the weight loss, so no complaints!

If I changed my clothes I would post a picture!

You look great, keep it up!