NSV: Finally bought new clothes

michelechavez

Yesterday, I went shopping for everyday clothing -- as opposed to fitness clothes -- for the first time since starting MFP. Okay, I know I've lost weight, but it was a shock.

Pre MFP weight: 161.5
Current weight: 124.6

Pre MFP dress size: 14 to 16
Current dress size: 6

Pre MFP jeans size: Hadn't worn jeans in over 25 years.
Current jeans size: 4

Here's the boo-hoo one.

Pre MFP bra size: 38DD
Current bra size: 36C

I turned 60 a week ago, but the saleslady said I have a young spirit and brought me youthful clothing that looks sophisticated.

I am 4'11", but when I had body fat testing done in May was told that 110 was too low a goal weight for me because of how high my lean body mass is, so I adjusted goal weight to 120. MFP BMI tool says when I reach 123.8 I will no longer be "Overweight." Next week, a friend and I are going for repeat body fat testing.

I will post elsewhere about what to do next re: how to know when I'm ready for maintenance and how to go about doing that.

Thanks for listening!
Michele

Karenvonw

Fantastic job! I bet it felt so amazing to buy clothes that fit and made you feel great.

briannadunn

GREAT JOB!!!

michelechavez

It was a surreal experience!

Me: I've lost a lot of weight and I have no idea what size I am.
Saleslady: You look like a size 6 to me.
Me: Really? I've never worn that small a size in my life!
Saleslady: Yes, really.

I grab a size 6 dress, put it on, and look in the mirror down the hall in the dressing area. OMIGOD! I can't believe how I look. Svelte!

Then, I try on a bunch of stuff, most of which also looks fantastic, she and another saleslady come back with jeans.

Salesladies: We think you will fit into size 4 jeans, but we brought size 6, too. Which would you like to try on first?
Me: The 6.

So, I try on the size 6 jeans and I SWIM in them! When I try on the size 4, they fit like a glove. I am overwhelmed by how tiny I look in them! I resolve to buy them on the spot, even though they are the most expensive of all my purchases. I will care for them like they are royalty.

Jennifer_Lynn_1982

It was a surreal experience!

Me: I've lost a lot of weight and I have no idea what size I am.
Saleslady: You look like a size 6 to me.
Me: Really? I've never worn that small a size in my life!
Saleslady: Yes, really.

I grab a size 6 dress, put it on, and look in the mirror down the hall in the dressing area. OMIGOD! I can't believe how I look. Svelte!

Then, I try on a bunch of stuff, most of which also looks fantastic, she and another saleslady come back with jeans.

Salesladies: We think you will fit into size 4 jeans, but we brought size 6, too. Which would you like to try on first?
Me: The 6.

So, I try on the size 6 jeans and I SWIM in them! When I try on the size 4, they fit like a glove. I am overwhelmed by how tiny I look in them! I resolve to buy them on the spot, even though they are the most expensive of all my purchases. I will care for them like they are royalty.

You made me smile, I absolutely loved your post, thank you!!

emmy3111

Great job! You are so tiny now

maryesser

Congratulations, Michele! You must feel wonderful - and thank you for sharing and showing how all the hard work pays off in SO many ways. Keep up the fantastic work!

emilyerose

WOW, this surreal feeling you're talking about is what I want to experience so badly!!! Thanks for your lovely, encouraging post!! GREAT WORK, darling!!

tehzephyrsong

Hey, 36C bras are a *hell* of a lot easier to find than 38DD! Don't boo-hoo about that! Haha.

Really though, that's awesome! Go you! I can't wait until I can wear single-digit sizes...I have two size-12 tops and my size-14 jeans are starting to fit a little loose, so it's gotta be soon!