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So I got a pair of pants that are size 16 from the gap - a tiny bit tight but have stretch and were an only $24.99! I also got a babydoll wool jumber from banana republic mostly because the size 14 fit! It was way too expensive but good for work and a size 14!!! The weirdest part of today is that I went to get a bra fitting and I went from a 40E (yes E) to a 36G - now have you guys ever heard of G before? ANd how did my boobs get bigger after losing 44lbs? WEIRD

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The cup size is based on the difference in size between your chest and your boobs. I went from a 46D to a 42 DD with a 100 lb loss. I started in 26/28 and am now an 18 in pants and an xl/16 in tops.

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So I got a pair of pants that are size 16 from the gap - a tiny bit tight but have stretch and were an only $24.99! I also got a babydoll wool jumber from Banana republic mostly because the size 14 fit! It was way too expensive but good for work and a size 14!!! The weirdest part of today is that I went to get a bra fitting and I went from a 40E (yes E) to a 36G - now have you guys ever heard of G before? ANd how did my boobs get bigger after losing 44lbs? WEIRD

yea Karen!!! I went nuts shopping when I found stuff in bannana republic that fit :wacko:

where did you get your bra fitting done? i've seen 2-3 difft ways to measure- some use the measurement under your breasts; others right above to figure band size.. Its all confusing to me

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<p>I am 5'3.5" and I am 195lbs. I am wearing 14s and 16s in pants and 14-18 in tops. It all depends on the cut, fabric, and brand. But I am thrilled to be able to pick up a size off the rack and 9 times of 10 it fits!</p>

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I was fitted at a bra specialty shop called the Town Shop on the upper west side in Manhattan. They didn't measure me but eyeballed me and had me try on a bunch of the same bra in different sizes. I was so suprised by the size they even called in another fitter for a second opinion!

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Reading some replies on this thread have me completely confused... I guess it's gotta also depend on how tight you can handle having things fit.

There are some posters on here that are fairly close to the same weight as I am, but inches shorter, which should technically mean they are bigger around, but they are wearing the same (or smaller) sizes tham me !!! I don't get it !!!

When I was banded I weighed 306 and wore a 26/28 pants and a 4/5X. I have now lost 100lbs and wear a 16 pants and a X/1X shirt....and I'm 5'11" !!!

Patricia

11/16/06

306/206/Around 180

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I think it just depends on how your weight is distributed and how much muscle you have. Muscle is heavier and takes up less space than fat.

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I've always been able to shop at regular stores for tops, even at my heaviest (272). Pants on the other hand, I wore a size 18 (I'm 5'8) from a plus-size store a few years back. Now I'm a 16 and I refuse to shop at a plus size store (the only ones around here are way too expensive..plus it's a mental thing for me)...so I can get 16's at a regular store and that has worked great for me.

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Forgot to mention this...Kind of off topic...but I LOVE spanx!!!! I often buy clothes for "when" I lose a little weight so Spanx has been a lifesaver. I can wear the cutest clothes like everyone else and not worry about my fat bulging out because the spanx keeps in allllll in lol.

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I know this is an old post, but hey its new to me, I just found it...Pre band I was 197 pounds and I am 5'3. I wore a tight 14 loose 16. To date I am about 158 pounds and I am wearing a comfortable size 8 jeans right now. I see people smaller then me wearing bigger sizes. So I guess just different builds....My goal is a size 6. My boobs have dropped from a 40D to a 38C. Which I am glad, I dont miss them at all, nor do I miss the back aches that come along with them.....

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Hi, I Started Out At 348 Wearing A 34 Dress And A 52dd Bra. Now I Am Wearing A 38f Bra And Was Wearing A 5-6x Shirt And I Am Wearing A 2x Now. I Am 5'7" .

I Am Going To A Ball In Dec And Had To Get A Gown. I Tried All The Big Stores But They Had Now Dressy Dress, So I Tried Dillard's. They Had A Huge Selection Of Dresses. I Told The Lady I Have Just Lost 133 Lbs And Think I Am In A 18-20. She Looked At Me And Said Lets Try A 16. I Said Yeah Right! It Fit. I Tried On At Least 20 Different Dresses And All But One Fit In Size 16. I Was Blown Away. I Am Now Down To 213 And Very Happy. This Was The First Time I Have Tried To Buy Anythng In A Reg Store In Over 20 Yrs.

Ladydi

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I am 5' 2" and weigh 217. I just started wearing 14's :cry_smile: I guess it's all about where you carry the weight?

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Guest Leslie2Lose

Hey Brandy - I see you started back a great thread! I'm 5'5/5'6 depending on the doctor's office - LOL

Started at 259 (22/24 Womens), Now 214 (14/16 Misses)

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Forgot to mention this...Kind of off topic...but I LOVE spanx!!!! I often buy clothes for "when" I lose a little weight so Spanx has been a lifesaver. I can wear the cutest clothes like everyone else and not worry about my fat bulging out because the spanx keeps in allllll in lol.

I wear the cupid body suits from Walmart and really like them. They are spandex. I have never personally felt spanx ... what are they made of? I worry about having nylong type material since I am so hard on it with my long nails.

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Hey Brandy - I see you started back a great thread! I'm 5'5/5'6 depending on the doctor's office - LOL

Started at 259 (22/24 Womens), Now 214 (14/16 Misses)

Yeah it's really weird to see how we all have huge size differences and barely fluctuate in weight... strange but interesting :cry_smile:

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