Do any of y'all - not quite at goal- find it difficult to buy clothing?? I've been shopping like crazy, but buying nothing. I finally cleaned out my closet last week (which was much more emotional than I thought it'd be), and I now have a grand total of 3 short sleeve shirts, one long sleeve shirt, and one jean (which is either being worn or washed).

Yesterday my husband brought me shopping and forced- yes, FORCED (LOL) me to buy clothing. I bought a total of 4 pieces of clothing- which somehow it still messed with my head. (One being a flattering pencil skirt from The Limited in size 12- 12!! I've never in my life seen that size in my closet!)

I guess at size 12, I shouldn't still be trying to wear 18s. LOL.

When I first started shopping I went to the store and cried in the fitting room. I was so overwhelmed. I called my daughter and told her I didn't know what I was supposed to look like. I didn't think it would be so hard or so emotional for me. I had to figure out my style and get used to things fitting my body and not just hanging on me.

I quickly got over that and I love shopping now!

I'm wrapped up in one now!!

Oh and Lynda,

A swimsuit is the one thing I'll never be able to buy... I look good in clothes but there is to much carnage going on underneath to sport on of those!

Amen! I can't imagine ever buying a swimsuit. Yikes...

I'm wrapped up in one now!! Oh and Lynda' date=' A swimsuit is the one thing I'll never be able to buy... I look good in clothes but there is to much carnage going on underneath to sport on of those![/quote']

WHATEVVVEERR!!! I saw your belly pic!! You look great!!!

My husband just gave me one of his sweatshirts to wear since I am freezing all the time. I love it' date=' it's so big and comfy! I wear it all the time when I'm home.[/quote']

My wife likes wearing my old boxer shorts.....go figure.

My wife likes wearing my old boxer shorts.....go figure.

That's because you are always stealing her panties and wearing them...

WHATEVVVEERR!!! I saw your belly pic!! You look great!!!

Girl you didn't see my thighs

when those jeans come of those suckers fall to the ground

I can wear an 18 now, but all I had was 22,24 26 and my shirts :x or 5 x. I've worn them and still try to waar them but my husband saw me walking down the hall with my 2 year old behind me pulling down my pants cause the were so baggy and my drawers were just hanging. He said baby go buy you clothes. I could not bring myself to buy much but I got 2 pair of pants 2 shirts and some panties.

I found a tiny little thrift store in my area, that is cheap, and the $$ goes to a domestic violence shelter. My hubby jokes that I rent stuff from them. I buy it, wear it a few times and then drop it back off when it's too big. The girls that work in the sorting area have started keeping the smaller sizes for me. Last time I was there I spent $25 and got 6 outfits. All in size 10-12 and Med. They love the fact that when I donate, everything is clean, folded and sorted, all they have to do it hang it and put it on the rack. And they have celebrated my major milestones with me. I got into a size 10 jeans for the very first time there, and the girls all cheered. It's funny when I go in, they always have something on hold that they either think will look good on me, or they are just curious to see if I can fit into it. I am going on a cruise the end of Jan, and they are already setting little sun dresses aside for me for my days in the islands.

Two weeks ago, I tried on clothes in a dressing room and ended up buying a black dress. That may not sound like a big deal, but it was. I have not been in a dressing room in at least 10 years and haven't tried on anything that I thought looked good on me for about 15 years, maybe even longer. Nothing looked good so I didn't "bother". I didn't want to see.

Now I want to "see" everything I am going to put on this body. I want the best look and the best fit. Shopping is more work now but infinitely more rewarding. :-)

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That's because you are always stealing her panties and wearing them...

Shhhhh....You promised me you wouldn't tell anyone if I didn't tell anyone about your Pee Wee Herman tattoo.

I'm wrapped up in one now!!

Oh and Lynda, A swimsuit is the one thing I'll never be able to buy... I look good in clothes but there is to much carnage going on underneath to sport one of those!

Well I don't look great in mine, but I finally found an acceptable one at Macys. It's a full suit that covers my hiney and midsection and has a distracting ruffle that goes from left hip to right bustline. It cost a ridiculous amount, but at least I can visit a pool if I'm in the mood.

Lynda

I'm 15 pounds away from my goal and only have bought 2 pairs of jeans and a couple of tops. I'm going to wait til I hit my goal weight but might give in to a couple more items cause like you....I only have maybe a total of 3 or 4 things in my closet left. It was awesome to throw out all my large size clothes!

I am only 2 month post-op but I have been dropping lbs since the start of this journey since last november. I am down a total of 69lbs. I have been buying clothes since day 1 (shoes too). I like to reward my hardwork with "retail therapy". I have not spent a lot because I am a coupon / clearance sale master.

My tips for finding low priced quality items....

Shop at JC Penneys and combine the $10 off rewards coupon with the $10 off a $25 purchase. You end up paying $5 for $25 worth. That ends up being a lot because they've had a lot on clearance for $1.97.

I also shop at Thredup.com This is a great website that sells top name brand, gently used clothing. Shipping is free with a purchase over $50.00.

I have found some really great items at yard sales for pennies on the dollar.

Keep an eye out for coupons in the mail. So far this week I have received $15 off a $15 purchase at Lane Bryant, Two $10 off a $10 purchase at Bob's, a $10 off at Kohls, and JC penneys of course has once again sent me the double combo of $10 off that will be combined with their other coupon of $10 off a $25 purchase.

One added benefit to all this weight loss. I have been able to donate hundreds of pounds of clothing to local non-profit agencies. If you do this don't forget to ask for a receipt and take pictures of the items being donated (for tax purposes). Weight-loss and a tax break....who could ask for more?

Oh, I'm sure my husband is dreading the disgusting amount of money I'll be spending on shoes once I reach goal. I'm walking out of my heels now (but I'm just excited to be able to wear heels again)!!!!

When I first started shopping I went to the store and cried in the fitting room. I was so overwhelmed. I called my daughter and told her I didn't know what I was supposed to look like. I didn't think it would be so hard or so emotional for me. I had to figure out my style and get used to things fitting my body and not just hanging on me.

I quickly got over that and I love shopping now!

I cried the first few times too.

The first thing I purchased after losing wt was undies from Victoria Secret. The sales lady asked me what size I wear, and I said, "I don't knnnooowww." And starting crying. Haha. "Don't worry. I'll help you... You look like either a medium or large. We have XL, but you definitely won't fit those." ... And then I starting crying again. LOL