Three pair of size 12 that legitimately fit. Bought 3 pair at Kohl's for under $100.00. I am set for quite awhile for my casual. I bought a few articles of clothing at Walmart for the gym. The outfits are super cute. The last thing I have to worry about is my professional wardrobe. Another size 14 professional outfit bit the dust this week. I better go try on a suit, I have 3 important meetings this week.

Thank you, @luluinca for encouraging me to get rid of them. I have some other dresses that will have to go too.

Spent the last few days sorting through things at my mom's house. I own it and my daughter still lives there so, there was never any urgency to clean it out. *Sigh*. So this time, I went through some closets....mom was very stylish and a real clothes horse. (That particular trait totally missed me!). She had every closet in the house stuffed with fashions from every time period! She always bought high quality and kept them forever. What do I do with mink? She had a white stole, a white short jacket, a brown longer jacket and a full length white coat! Not to mention the hats and collars! Anyway, I tried on a leather jacket I always liked....and it fit me! What? I have never been able to wear my mom's clothes since I was 13 and found some vintage '40s crop blouses I thought were cool. Then I got chesty and nothing has fit me since. Until yesterday! I had a very long, emotional but good day going through closets and trying on some incredible fashions. Won't be able to wear many of them....I don't dress up and go out very much, but I could actually "wear" them....they fit! Fifties belted dresses I remember her wearing to pick me up at school, '60's "Mod" look mini skirts and stirrup pants, '70's long pointed collars and '80's big wide shoulders! All here! What a treasure but now a new problem. I pick out a few things that I think I can pull off wearing now but what to do with the rest? Certainly an interesting closet shopping trip for me. And more to go!

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Spent the last few days sorting through things at my mom's house. I own it and my daughter still lives there so, there was never any urgency to clean it out. *Sigh*. So this time, I went through some closets....mom was very stylish and a real clothes horse. (That particular trait totally missed me!). She had every closet in the house stuffed with fashions from every time period! She always bought high quality and kept them forever. What do I do with mink? She had a white stole, a white short jacket, a brown longer jacket and a full length white coat! Not to mention the hats and collars! Anyway, I tried on a leather jacket I always liked....and it fit me! What? I have never been able to wear my mom's clothes since I was 13 and found some vintage '40s crop blouses I thought were cool. Then I got chesty and nothing has fit me since. Until yesterday! I had a very long, emotional but good day going through closets and trying on some incredible fashions. Won't be able to wear many of them....I don't dress up and go out very much, but I could actually "wear" them....they fit! Fifties belted dresses I remember her wearing to pick me up at school, '60's "Mod" look mini skirts and stirrup pants, '70's long pointed collars and '80's big wide shoulders! All here! What a treasure but now a new problem. I pick out a few things that I think I can pull off wearing now but what to do with the rest? Certainly an interesting closet shopping trip for me. And more to go!

This must be difficult, but if you do want to sell the items - you can try Craig's List. You might even have fun selling them on e-bay. As for fur coats, you must live in a cold climate. Older people tend to buy fur. Try putting it in the PennySaver. There are many older people who will not buy online and are more comfortable reading the local PennySaver.

Start with just one item. Who knows? It might just turn into a side business for you.

Losing weight is effecting every part of my wardrobe and my desire to take care of me. I just retired some old PJs for something silky and pretty.

Anyone have opinions on gym clothes? I have been buying mine at Walmart. I like the Lycra stretchy stuff. I've seen some pants with compression built into the knees - that seems so smart.

High heels or not? I'm a NYer, I love beautiful clothes - especially with 3 inch heels. I will be interviewing soon. I feel most confident in a suit and beautiful shoes. I have not been able to wear pretty shoes or pretty clothing in a while. Recently, I purchased Clarks - they are super comfy and about one inch. I don't feel like I walk like a lady in them - for lack of a better way of expressing myself. The Clarks look good with pants, but not my skirt suits.

I would appreciate any constructive thoughts on the subject.

Last time I went shoe shopping was in October. I have lost 20 pounds since then. I just read an article about how heels throw off the alignment of back, hips, and knees. If I really want to be good to myself, I might have to pass on the heels.

You can do what my mom always did...wear the comfortable shoes (pants, T-shirt) to the nearest restroom and then change into the "professional look" before entering the door. One reason to carry a large hand-bag :-) I can't tell you how many times we stopped at a gas station on our way somewhere so mom could dress "properly" - she hated having her skirt wrinkled by sitting in the car with a seat belt so she hung the good skirt in the back until we were within sight of our destination!
The heels will make you feel more beautiful which will translate into more confidence and assurance. When it is over, back to the shoes that won't throw your body out of whack and which are comfortable for walking. Interviews don't usually last too long and much of your time will probably be spent sitting and talking. Pretty shoes may be worth it in the short-term if it means you feel more professional and exude that confidence to land the job. Good luck with your interviews....regardless of your shoes!!

For the longest, I thought I had gotten to old to manage heels. Then I lost 80 pounds and I could wear them again, turns out I was just fat. Who knew?

Happy shopping!

Whoa!!! TWO malls within 5 miles??? My closest is 75 miles from home :-) Good thing I really don't like to shop much! Hope you find something you will love.