Everything is too big on me! Awesome but frustrating?!

Yay for you! But yes, it's incredibly annoying. I'm at the same point, I'm down over 30 pounds, and so many things don't fit. Luckily, I did save some of my favorite clothes in the 16-20 range, and most of those fit now (I was 26-28 when I started here in July). Also, I don't currently have a dress code, so it's OK if some days I look a little baggy.

Though I just ordered new bras in a smaller size (a thousand times yay!)

But I have a huge pile of clothes to go through and alter (those that are easily altered or those that I particularly like) or reconstruct (for the rest). So I guess I second whoever said, "learn to sew." It's super easy. And fun. And once you learn the basics, you can alter *all* of your clothes for the most flattering fit. You can get a cheap, functional machine for around $100. It might sound like a lot, but there's so much you can do with it. It will pay you back in no time.

Good luck, and congratulations again on getting to the too-big-clothes stage!

I used to only have 1 pair of jeans at a time while losing and having to buy new bras all the time was really annoying too. For a while I kept going to VS but then I realized that Target was a better idea because they are cheaper and still pretty decent!

I was so happy when I got to my goal sizes, I ordered 5 pairs of jeans from American Eagle when they were having a pretty good sale online and I've gotten a lot of bras bc I have a VS credit card and they send really good coupons and now that I'm smaller, I can wear the cheaper bras so it's been a win-win!

but oh, I do not miss those days of growing out of everything. I still have a lot of too big workout clothes, but I'm looking forward to replacing them!

Check Ebay too. They sell VS catalog return bras for $6-10 (they call them NWT or NWOT - new with/without tags). Find out what size you're wearing in the various VS bras and then go shopping on Ebay.

I'm having this exact problem! Last year I bought all of these nice new work shirts that were "smaller" so I could fit into them better. Then I gained weight this summer so I figured they should fit fine...NOPE. Now 12 of my 14 dress shirts don't fit at all. I had to get rid of most of my pants and shorts, and most of my t-shirts became workout only because they're way too big. Even some shoes are too big!
Goodwill, the salvation army and thrift stores are a great idea, I've gotten some good stuff to hold me over until I finally lose my last 10 pounds. Another is just go to every store in the mall, hit the clearance rack and try on everything that you like to see what fits best. I got $55 shirts for $15 each that way. Now I just have to hope those don't start fitting too loose

Congrats! Good luck and have fun shopping!

I've got the same problem but not to bad of a problem to have lol!!!

Been there! Thrift stores to the rescue! I've picked up great deals on jeans, shirts, sweaters & tees at thrift shops that really helped with the in-between sizes.

For bras, I hit the clearance rack at TJ Maxx & Marshall's - you can usually find some good deals there with their clearance items often around $7 for good brand name bras. Target has some decent stuff too for around $12-14 if it's not on sale.\

Congrats on your progress!

First, congratulations!! This is a great problem to have. I just hit 100 pounds lost today, and have went through the same issue.

My wife could write a book on finding deals in thrift stores. For those that think it's 'creepy' wearing someone else's clothes, you should realize that many of the thrift stores (Goodwill included), actually have relationships with major retailers (Target for example) and often get new, unused clothing to sell. Many of the upscale thrift/consignment stores are very picky about their merchandise and it's often hard to tell if they are brand new, never worn or not.

I will say it takes my wife time to sift through the mountains of clothes to find the good stuff, but they exist if you are willing to put in the time to save a dime.

My newest issue is my wedding ring doesn't fit anymore. I had to stop wearing it because I'm going to lose it. Time for a re-size.

Best suggestion I can give you is TO HAVE YOUR CLOTHES ALTERED.
One of my church members took a dress from a size 22 to a 12 ... and I must admit ... it didnt look bad at all ! ! !
I have a few pieces that I want my sister in law to have but most of my jeans, I already have a seamstress that is going to take them up for only a few dollars a piece.
Im down 2 sizes now and most of my clothes look pretty awful and the clothes that I use to wear are now not actually what I want .. For instance, I have some boot cut jeans that look pretty good on me but who wears those now ...? its mostly skinny jeans or jeggins... So I've already had one pair cut to be straight leg (not quite enough elastic to be called skinny) but they look really nice.

Good luck and I understand your frustration but what a WONDERFUL frustation it is!

goodwill is my friend right now...that is where I shop while losing weight...have found some pretty awesome things.

I can't wait to have that problem.

Luckily I have accumulated a bunch of clothes ranging from size 14-8. That ought to help me save some money for a bit.

My wife could write a book on finding deals in thrift stores. For those that think it's 'creepy' wearing someone else's clothes, you should realize that many of the thrift stores (Goodwill included), actually have relationships with major retailers (Target for example) and often get new, unused clothing to sell. Many of the upscale thrift/consignment stores are very picky about their merchandise and it's often hard to tell if they are brand new, never worn or not.

I will say it takes my wife time to sift through the mountains of clothes to find the good stuff, but they exist if you are willing to put in the time to save a dime.

I completely agree! When people say thrift stores are gross or "scary" I always just think they have not been to them, or have been to some of the bad ones. My husband and I hit up our awesome local ones. I can pretty much wear whatever I please now but in the past I had to dress super professional and STILL found great things secondhand.