How often do you buy clothes as you're losing?

heis4u2004

I didhave clothes put away for this weight loss, but it saddens me to say my husband donated everything without my knowledge until I went looking for them. Now if I need any clothes I have to buy more, but losing weight makes my fat clothes lookto big. I was an 18/XL but now around a 10/12 /Medium and I am still wearing a few too big for me shirts.

As you are losing weight how often are you buying clothes or are you trying to wait for the next 10 pounds or your goal weight?
Thanks

DancingMoosie

I had to buy clothes around every 10lbs lost, because nothing would fit and my pants would be falling off. My suggestion would be to buy one or two pairs of pants, multi-functional, something that can be worn everyday, and buy cheap. Walmart, thrift stores, clearance racks. Clothes with some stretch and pants with elastic or drawstring waist helps get you through those in-between times, too. I bought a small "wardrobe" in May, when I thought I reached my goal weight and was done losing. Fast forward to Sept/Oct--its all too big now. I also traded my clothes with family members. My big clothes went to my aunt and step mom, and my little sis gave me some smaller clothes. Then, my in-between sizes went to my little sis.

aharburger

I have lost 27 lbs and probably 2-3 sizes, but I don't know for sure because I haven't bought new clothes! Right at the beginning of my weight loss I had to buy a whole new wardrobe because I was busting out of everything I owned. I'm a broke grad student, so belts and dresses are my friend right now until the weather gets cold enough here in FL to have to buy new warm clothes. At the point I will probably go to Goodwill or something to save money since I still have 15-20 lbs to go. Its been 6 months of losing btw.

lesutherl

I have more than 100 lbs to lose for me I am planning to use a 2nd hand clothing store and keep my purchases to a minimum. i plan to donate my fat clothes as soon as they are too big for me I am not ever going to wear them again.

Skeebee

For me, because of money also, it was about every 4 months; I just kinda wore my clothes baggy. After 30lbs, that's when I knew I had to start buying some new pants. Right now, I'm 12 weeks pregnant so holding onto the larger stuff has helped. ha!!

Sashoi

I wasn't planning on buying anything until I hit my goal lol but last week I had a work thing n needed to buy a outfit found a good sale so was able to get a some other stuff.i just don't want to waste any money

Nikoruo

Hmm maybe i'll buy one outfit every 10-20 lbs lost (whenever i feel that set get too big) but mostly i wear my big baggy clothing for now until even a belt wont hold them up.

sweetcurlz67

Find friends and/or family that have outgrown their clothes and ask them for them!

Fortunately, I didn't have to ask, I have friends that lost weight and they just gave me clothes. Even recently, I thought my clothes providers have dried up but then I had to visit home for a funeral and my sister had me try on a bunch of her clothes she doesn't wear, so I have more clothes!!!

If you don't have peeps, visit the local thrift shops. I haven't done that yet, but if you go to the 'wealthy' areas you may find some good finds.

Good luck!

bajoyba

I buy a few new items pretty regularly, but I almost always hit up the clearance racks so that I don't spend too much on clothes I'm bound to "shrink out of". I limit myself to having just 2-3 pants that fit at a time, but I can't stand to wear pants that are too big and falling off my hips. It makes me feel sloppy and frumpy, so I suck it up and buy pants whenever I need to, although I do keep an eye out for sales. A couple of months ago, I managed to score a pair of Levi's for $12!
However, I've been an avid clearance shopper for quite some time, so sale-hunting is part of my regular routine anyway. :happy:

RockAShelley

I own a thrift store so im lucky enough to have "new clothes" at my disposal on a regular basis. However I have a LOT of customers who come in looking for new and in-between duds while they are on their weight loss journey.

That being said, i have been able to teach many of my customers how to make their "plus sized" clothing adapt to their new body with some simple tricks and tips. Tee shirt weaving and reconstruction is fairly easy, Adding a belt around the smallest part over your waist can help pull over sized shirts in and show off your new shape. Sweaters can be converted into Wrap style pieces as well as long sleeved shirts simply by adding Ties and buckles.

here's a link you can check out too for ideas and visuals http://www.pinterest.com/rockashelley/re-fashioned-clothing most of the ideas on this board require little to no sewing.

willdob3

I have never given a thought to how often. If all my clothes are too big I need to buy some that fit. Everything doesn't get too big at once. Thank goodness.

I've had to replace my entire wardrobe as I've been losing. I have not bought jeans yet but that is because I had a lot of smaller sizes saved. I'll have to buy jeans in a month or so when I've gone through the last few. All my old tops are gone - all too big. By next summer all I have now will be gone, too big, too. I am looking forward to being able to build a nice wardrobe that will last for years.

When something gets too bit I donate it or take it to consignment. Most things are wearable a little bit big but then they start to look sloppy. I try not to be caught looking sloppy.

I get most of my clothes new, on clearance. They go to consignment when they get too big & the money I get helps buy smaller clothes. I buy them just a little small so they will last longer. The few times I bought something that fit just right it was too big within weeks.

zombiesalad

I only buy new clothes if mine are starting to look sloppy or really too large on me. I don't have a lot of disposable income, so thrifting and walmart are my best friends at this point.

I've been living in walmart jeggings (stretchy! woo!) because none of my size 4 jeans fit *quite* yet. I am incredibly glad I saved all of my size 2 and 4 jeans.

Azurite27

I've been buying a couple new shirts each month and one or two new pairs of jeans as I drop each size. Luckily once I get to a size 14 I'll have my old clothes from when I lost before to wear.

acpgee

I use a local tailor, and get suits I need for work taken in every 10 or 15 pounds.

zensugi

My plan starting in July was to lose 7 kg, now shifted to dropping 10 kg (22 pounds), which I should achieve before Christmas. I haven't bought any new clothes and am planning to go shopping during boxing day sales.

appygirl84

I didn't buy jeans until mine were falling apart or off. And then I bought two pairs.

As for shirts, if it looked good loose I tried a smaller size, if it still looked okay, I bought it, knowing hey at least it will still look good when I lose! I found myself buying a shirt or two once every two weeks.

As for jeans I just had to go down a size again, and luckily my favorite brand was 40% off, so I bought two. I have to feel good about how my clothes fit, so I don't always do cheap, instead... I buy what looks good, and what I know I can alter on my sewing machine! (It is very easy to add darts to the back of baggy shirts!

Naener

am having the same issue right now... all but ONE pair of pants i own sag and hang off me and fall way too low when im talking.
even the pants that dont fall right off, are all saggy in the thighs and the butt because their really old.

i need new bras too.... i went from an almost 40D to a now 33/34C or so. >.<

heylookitsval

My mom forced me into the Goodwill last night to buy new work pants. I was still wearing my size 16 pants, my new pants are size 10...I just figured I'd buy clothes once I was finished losing weight.

pugsleyjean

I have had to purchase pants 4 times since I started my weight loss journey in March. I have a very hard time finding pants that fit me bc Im short. 5'2" and very petite. I love Maurices and their short/extra short pants fit amazing on me so spending the $36 each time was worth it.
I love going to thrift stores to find stuff but cant find anything that is short enough and a tailor would end up costing me the money I would have spent on the pants originally. Holding on to my larger sizes for one day when I get preggo, they will probably come in handy!

KimberlyinMN

I buy almost all of my clothes at thrift or consignment stores. (NOT bras, underwear or socks.) My wardrobe has changed SO much in the last 15 months. I'd say that I kind of refresh the wardrobe every other pants size, depending on the style. Tops seem to last a little longer in the baggy stage. Although now I'm wearing a loose size 16 in pants and maybe an XL in tops. I just spent $96 today at a great consignment shop and got three pairs of name brand dress pants, a button down shirt, and six sweaters. One of the pairs of pants would have been at least $50 retail. The sweaters are a necessity in NW Minnesota... and since I'm missing a lot of my former insulation, they are even more of a necessity. (It's down to about 30 degrees at night and I'm wear sweats AND fuzzy socks to bed, and it isn't even COLD out yet!!)

BrendaRey74

I commented on this before but it bears repaeting. I'm 78lbs down, 78lbs to go! I've purchased the grand total of 1 pair of jeans, 1 pair of yoga pants, and undergarments (and 4 pairs of sneakers!).

My bras still need major engineering and that isn't cheap but I haven't found any way around that. I just buy 4 in the new size and rotate 'til it's time to get a new set.

With clothes, I was the belting queen but finally got to the baggy sad sack stage which is so not a good look! I can sew a straight line (and not much more) so I've started to take in my pants. I just take in the waist of my skirts but they are all full not fitted anyway. Tops are next on my sewing experiment list (crosses fingers).

Honestly it is a good problem to have. I remember too well having to go out and get another bigger size again! Well and that's the other thing, since I've never thrown out anything, I've been working my way back through the smaller clothes that I outgrew on the way up. Now that I'm altering them on the way down, there really is no going back.

Frequently_Fabulous

One word: Goodwill. Shirts are $3.50. Pants are $4.50 (usually). $6 if you're feeling fancy. I can buy three new pairs or pants and three tops for the cost of one pair of jeans from Walmart or even a consignment shop (where I thought I was getting a deal for $8 pants and $8 tops). I've been slowly increasing my wardrobe as I downsize. Congrats!

lesleychev

Bump

arditarose

I think I buy at least an article of clothing every week. But I have a slight shopping addiction. This week I bought silk shorts and a shirt, last week Paige black skinny jeans and shirt. It's not good.

GenesiaElizabeth

I've had to buy new clothes quite often, prolly every 10lbs or so. It's been very frustrating but I wouldn't have it any other way right now, lol. I wear a lot of stretchy stuff still because it's comfy so that helps...

ajff

Here's what I did WRONG:

I'm a teacher and I lost 40 pounds b/w April and August. In August I had to ditch every piece of professional clothing I owned. I figured I could just buy a new wardrobe for the winter and then buy a new summer wardrobe. I shopped smart: clearance and Goodwill, getting 5 pants and 10 tops. By the time I needed those new long sleeved shirts, 2 were baggy and looked dumb on me - they went into the Goodwill pile never worn! Now 2 of the pants are really starting to sag (and it's a long time till spring, baby!).

So, my NEW plan is to maintain 3 outfits that fit really well. I can mix and match with my baggier clothes for 'every day teaching'; because really, do high school students care about anyone other than themselves??? hahaha! .... and when I want to look... well-put together, I can.

RodaRose

When they get too big, I take them to a local seamstress who can take them in one size and have them look good on me. After one size, they need to be given away.

hkristine1

skirts are key for me. they seem to be a lot more forgiving with weight loss than are pants. (and easier to take in, if you're up for the task).

SomeNights246

I didn't buy new clothes until even the belts were too big.

samthepanda

trousers I had to buy as most changes in my bottom half at first, and I bought a couple of new tops in a sale and a good belt! I used supermarket and sales during my loss, then I got some better stuff when I thought I had reached my target - big mistake as I carried on losing another 20lbs so that was all too big! My body continued to change right to the end, and my boobs were the last to shrink! Charity shops and sales are still my home, but I love that now I have so much more choice!

fatcity66

I had to buy new pants when I gained weight, and a couple pairs when I lost 20 lbs, but I can still wear the size 18s, they are just really baggy. I'm now in a 14. I kept all my old smaller clothes, though, so once I get into 12s and below, I will have plenty to wear!