Hollister

I think that you're just thinking about the MANY places you will be able to shop once you reach your weight loss goals. I will say that Abercrombie definitely runs small. I could never fit their pants, but I did have a shirt from there when I was in high school. I can honestly say that once I reach my goal, I would love to buy an outfit from BEBE. I've always loved their clothes and I would like to treat myself to that.

I get what you're saying! I'm sure you aren't a slave to brand names but it feels good to be able to wear what you want! And it's your right to wear whatever you like! I'm older than you (27) and I just wanna be able to wear a two piece bathing suit again! Or at the very least, not look like a stuffed sausage in my tankini lol Good luck, you can do it!

I understand where you're coming from, I was a teenager once, many many many many years ago. Yesterday I was reading an article about the new outlet mall opening in my area next year and going down the list of stores that hopefully I will be able to shop in again, J. Crew and Ann Taylor Loft are two that come to mind.

When I was in high school I went through the same thing. I was a cheerleader and I was a size 7 in jrs EVERYWHERE, BUT I couldn't wear their clothes... Not because I couldn't get a bigger size and get into them BUT because when I put on the bigger size u could see down my pants. I always had a small waist and a huge butt (White girls can have huge butts although I may be a phenomenon). It made me so angry. However I couldnt resist when I found deals at Marshalls and TJ Maxx for those clothes. I own some of their stuff. It doesnt look nearly as good as some of the other clothes I have from Ralph Lauren or J Crew. Yes I have a wide variety of clothes choices. But lose the weight for you. One of my best friends is just a big girl. Even when she is really thin she is still going to be a min of a size 12. Be who you are and be happy with it. A lot of the people here have the right idea! And to the girl who wore a size 6 everywhere and then wore a 0... U got lucky. Thats not the norm. (PS I lost more weight in college and still couldnt fit in the clothes the right way. It is definitely due to curves! Embrace them. Only guys that want bones are dogs )

I'm pretty sure American eagle vanity sizes but that's a nice goal.

I'm also a teenager and my goal is for urban outfitters's clothes to look good on me! It's hard to make that stuff look good.

I do understand, My daughter was desperate for a Superdry gilet but their sizes come up so small that a large didn't fit her.........it is sad when the sizes are cut so small and teens who are a bit larger than average can't fit into them, it doesn't do much for their self-esteem, does it?

Well done for taking positive action regarding your weight and I wish you much success on your weight loss journey. Just remember, you CAN do it xxx

I can't wait to see your success story wearing an outfit from Hollister! :flowerforyou:
Know how you feel, felt the same way in college...however, I was poor and shopped at forever 21 once they finally fit me. You won't regret getting healthy now, congrats and good luck!

These brands are all children's brands. You are no longer a child and there is a good chance you won't ever fit well into their clothing. As your body finishes maturing, one of the last things that happens is your hips widening.You are a woman, your hips are supposed to be wider than a 14 year old girl's.

Something that I'm coming to terms with! And I agree, once you're no longer a teenager, the style of clothes made for teenagers isn't nearly as flattering as styles made for women (I'm only 24 so don't worry I'm not saying once you're over 16 its time to share a closet with your mom ha) I've seen lots of thin women with muffin tops because they are still trying to wear jeans that are designed for girls without hips.

Good luck with your goal though, regardless of what any one says in the comments, a goal is something that will make you happy and if this is it for you then good luck! I agree with someone else who said that you make the clothes look good, so rock your confidence and no matter what brand you wear I'm sure you'll look beautiful! :flowerforyou:

The fact that you can walk into any of those stores and not pass out from lack of oxygen with all the perfume and cologne in the air is impressive to start. Also be aware that those stores purposely size their clothes smaller than normal. So say a 5 anywhere else is a 6 at their store. Overpriced and uncomfortable clothing on top of that.

Lose the weight, go to the store, try on the clothes, smile, and then put them back on the rack.

Then hit the nearest thrift store and LAUGH when you buy the same clothes for 25 cents-$1.

BTW, I tried on clothes at some place like Hollister a few years ago. I could not get the largest size over my boobs. I'm a 36C--the national average. In other words, even if you lose all your extra weight, you still might not be able to fit their shirts because they are meant for girls with no chest. Be HAPPY you can't fit in them!

Oh, and I LOVE this! Thrift stores rock, and then we don't have to support the other terrible things about those stores. LOL