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Many years ago, my mother gave me her mink coat when she moved to Florida. I got too heavy to wear it and gave it to my sister-in-law hoping that someone else could use it. That was more than ten years ago. Turns out she never wore it and I recently reached goal and asked her to give it back. I wasn't sure if it would fit...it's hard for me to really see what everyone else sees and only by trying something on, can I really gauge my size these days. I must tell you....I never thought I'd be able to wear this coat again. I'm overwhelmed....

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Don't you just love it when a plan comes together....

I had a red coat I only wore once and then it got too small. I fit into it and now it is gone to a better place because it is too big for me now..love it!

Congrats!

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Very nice , now you can stay warm , and you look n , oh I mean it looks good on you is it a bit big on you?

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Go walking - you look so pretty - I'm so very happy for you!!!

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The coat looks great on you and is gorgeous....but not as gorgeous as that great lady inside of it!

Congratulations on a wonderful accomplishment!!!!

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Love this! I have a long coat from college that is in my closet just waiting for me to get to goal and wear again! Congrats!

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Very nice , now you can stay warm , and you look n , oh I mean it looks good on you is it a bit big on you?

Nah....it's not too big. My mom is short like I am so it's sized correctly. Full length minks typically end below the knee. They're also very full looking...it's just the nature of fur. A more statuesque woman can wear a fur a little better than smaller, shorter women but it didn't stop my mom from wearing it and it won't stop me. :)

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Gorgeous, but I'm hoping you won't need it again for several months as it's high time we got some warm weather! Spring in the air yet in NYC?

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My hubby bought me a lamb skin knee length coat with hood bordered in fox. I absolutely loved it but only got to wear it twice before winter ended. That was 10 years ago. I outgrew it but didn't have the heart to get rid of it. This year, I have actually worn it all winter. You look great. Enjoy the coat and enjoy your new life.

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Nice, you look great in it. I'm wearing a coat I have had at least 16 yrs now. It's actually a little big but I don't care. It's practically like new. I totally understand how you feel. :) congratulations!

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Love the pic of you. Your success continues to inspire me . Since you got the cost it warned up here in NY lol

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While I don't like real fur items, I have to admit it is a pretty special NSV!

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