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So, at just over 50 pounds lost (I've been having a bit of a stall this past week or so) its finally time to replace some of the clothing I have been getting rid of. I'm a bit of a minimalist and tend to be on the formal side of things so I do not require a different outfit for every day of the month or even the week but I AM down to ONE functional pair of jeans, maybe 4 tops, and two sets of scrubs for my job, and one lab coat.

I think just about everyone knows this but it is ideal to get rid of things the moment you notice they are getting too large. Thats what I have been doing but I am running into the problem of not having quite enough to wear now.

AND NOW I FINALLY COME TO MY POINT :)

It's so nice to have some choices in apparel that don't completely circle around just what will fit me. I'm still an 18 and rather large on top because I have always been.... well... endowed... but its not the issue that was before. I can finally shop at my beloved Brooks Brothers. Their classic button downs are to die for, they fit like a dream, they don't gap at the bust and at less than 100 dollars a shirt most people can afford that. Old Navy also does a classic button down that usually holds up pretty well too although your not getting the same quality. I still haven't decided what to do about bottoms. Pencil skirts are my usual go to but I am growing bored of them. Anyways, fun times. Farewell, Lane Giant.

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Congratulations! Can't wait until I can unload my clothes. I live in yoga pants, sweatshirts and sneakers right now. I look like I'm always on my way to the gym lol! Anyone who knows me knows this is not me. I do like comfort but I'm a bit of a fashionista and love funky clothes. Congrats again!

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all my options for work pants in my closet do not fit. I have had to be creative with leggings.

Congratulations! That is one of my primary goals is to get rid of the 4 different sizes in my closet and only have ONE...

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Lane Giant-Ha! Congratulations!

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Congratulations! Can't wait until I can unload my clothes. I live in yoga pants, sweatshirts and sneakers right now. I look like I'm always on my way to the gym lol! Anyone who knows me knows this is not me. I do like comfort but I'm a bit of a fashionista and love funky clothes. Congrats again!

Yes, these past few months have been filled with frump, which isn't who I am, but its difficult because I would rather save my money and buy some nicer pieces that are going to last with me a few sizes down then buy throw away things from Walmart. I have used a few things from there to get me through but I much prefer a lean closet with GOOD stuff. I can buy the Brooks Brother shirts I mentioned and they will be very close to the body, but as I size down they will translate well loser looking, and they are nice enough they can stand up to a good tailoring too if I want them taken in.

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Down 50 lbs too. My favorite fitting pants are from Talbots, but they'll have to wait until I get to my goal weight. I usually wear tshirts and shorts because I work out of my house, but I'm traveling for work next week and I don't have any pants that fit. I'll be there for 3 days so I think I can get by with 2 pairs of jeans. Went to Steinmart today and I tried on a regular 16 and they fit, but a little too embellished for my work trip. Does anyone have a good place to buy plain jeans at a decent price? I haven't been out of plus sizes in over 20 years.

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Down 50 lbs too. My favorite fitting pants are from Talbots' date=' but they'll have to wait until I get to my goal weight. I usually wear tshirts and shorts because I work out of my house, but I'm traveling for work next week and I don't have any pants that fit. I'll be there for 3 days so I think I can get by with 2 pairs of jeans. Went to Steinmart today and I tried on a regular 16 and they fit, but a little too embellished for my work trip. Does anyone have a good place to buy plain jeans at a decent price? I haven't been out of plus sizes in over 20 years.[/quote']

Love the trouser jeans from Macy's. You can usually find some from various seasons on the clearance rack.

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