I have been looking around at different resources for less expensive clothes for while my sizes are transitioning. Has anyone used Thred Up before? I downloaded their app, and it looks like it might be a good option. Any other ideas? Target and Old Navy are "go tos" for our family, but curious about other options...

I got most of my things at thrift stores like Goodwill. I blew through sizes too fast to spend a lot of money on clothes. I'd buy something, and a month or two later it would be way too big...

My current plan is to do a lot of leggings, long sweaters and boots. Leggings are awesome cause they're so stretchy, you'll get several sizes out of them. A long cardigan will look nice for several sizes, too:)

Ebay, Goodwill....great choices. Consignment stores are great....buy it, wear it a couple of months, and sell it back to keep funding the new wardrobe.

Clothes are starting to get kinda fun for me again...but I'm forcing myself not to spend any real money till 180 or so.

Also... Woman Within is a clothing catalog retailer...with some really cute stuff, all geared to inexpensive plus sized clothes that are comfortable and flattering. Be careful...their sizes run a bit big:)

http://www.womanwithin.com/

Edited December 31, 20178 yr by Creekimp13

Great ideas...I think from what I see, Thred Up is online consignment, too, and I also may be able to trade in some of my clothes, too for credit, hopefully. Dresses and sweaters with leggings are a great options. I'm a teacher, and those are my go to outfits! Looking forward to buying boots that I really want when I am a bit smaller. I always avoided them because of varying calf size issues with different brands / styles.

I like Mercari. I’m ok with wearing used or consignment clothes until I reach my goal weight.

Thrift stores, Wal-Mart, Ross, Marshalls, Burlington Coat Factory. Woot! and Groupon have some good deals too, particularly on bulk purchases (I just bought 10 plain t-shirts in a smaller size for $30).

Keep an eye on clearance sales so you’re prepared for next season! If you’re in the Midwest, Meijer has amazing clearance deals.

I'm so excited about dressing my shrinking body that I don't mind spending a little on clothes that may not be worn for long.

I bought jeans that fit, for every size. That alone made me feel attractive and slimmer. I also, as I passed through sizes, got rid of EVERY SINGLE piece of clothing that was too big. Ebay is a great source for less expensive name-brand clothing. Some of us don't need an extensive wardrobe and some do, and some of us blow through sizes so fast that you don't want to spend a penny on that size. I started out in an 18, never bought a single size 14 and have ended up, at 18 mos post-op, in a size 8. I bought too many 10s, but I'm selling them on ebay!
My support group has a clothing swap, and it was helpful!

I bought jeans that fit, for every size. That alone made me feel attractive and slimmer. I also, as I passed through sizes, got rid of EVERY SINGLE piece of clothing that was too big. Ebay is a great source for less expensive name-brand clothing. Some of us don't need an extensive wardrobe and some do, and some of us blow through sizes so fast that you don't want to spend a penny on that size. I started out in an 18, never bought a single size 14 and have ended up, at 18 mos post-op, in a size 8. I bought too many 10s, but I'm selling them on ebay!
My support group has a clothing swap, and it was helpful!

I bought 4 pair of leggings that can fit size 16/18-24/26. They are a blessing! I finally got boots that are up to my knee (first time since my early 20s) Jeans now mostly jeggings, because again you could get 4 sizes out of them! Jeans are sad because I am going through sizes like crazy! Thankfully I thought to keep all of my plus size jeans.
My weight loss center has a clothing closet. I take stuff in as I grow out and take smaller as I need. It is all free and by donation.
I have done consignment for some, because some I didnt even wear! What they would not consign I donate to the clothing closet. The consignment shop is great because as said, get money from old to but new. Win win!


SW 350 (11/15)
BSW 260 (10/17/17)
CW 228 (12/29/17)
RGW 199
GW 175

I get a lot of my clothing at Ross/TJ Maxx/Burlington. I have to wear dress clothing for work so I have spent a bit of money on work wardrobe because I have to be comfortable too.

I have bought new jeans at each size because a good pair of jeans can make you feel like a million bucks. Otherwise I buy a lot on local yard sale sites. Thrift stores have been very hit and miss for me.

ThredUP works - especially if you want to clean your closet. I would also recommend GwynnieBee, it’s like Netflix for clothing, you pay a flat monthly fee and can rent clothes. It’s great for trying out different sizes and brands, and if you want to keep something you can purchase it.

ThredUP works - especially if you want to clean your closet. I would also recommend GwynnieBee, it’s like Netflix for clothing, you pay a flat monthly fee and can rent clothes. It’s great for trying out different sizes and brands, and if you want to keep something you can purchase it.