MFP Clothing Exchange???

KnottyJen
KnottyJen Posts: 1,070 Member
edited October 2024 in Chit-Chat
So, I'm sure many of you are in the same boat I am - lost some weight - clothes are too big, but you don't want to spend the money to buy new ones, only to have to get rid of them again in a few months.

Sooooo.....What I'm wondering is this - is there a way that we could arrange some kind of clothing exchange????? I'd be happy to send off all my stuff that doesn't fit but is still in good condition to someone that's just passing through the sizes that I've already been through. And would hope to be able to find someone that would be willing to do the same for their old "fat" clothes, too.... I dunno - am I a dreamer??? Or could this work???

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  • voluptas63
    voluptas63 Posts: 602 Member
    You'd have to determine what "good condition" is:)
  • thegymbunny
    thegymbunny Posts: 602 Member
    I have a ton of too big size 8 clothes

    problem is, once I get rid of them I'll be naked!
  • savethecat
    savethecat Posts: 290 Member
    I've wondered about this for a while and actually just cleaned out my closet last night. Lots of stuff size 18-22 that I could contribute if something was arranged. I would love to participate!
  • msstillion79
    msstillion79 Posts: 142
    :smile: Yeah i think that that is the first thing youd have to decide is what is "good" condition and then I wouldnt see a proably in it It actually sounds like a great idea. Let me know
  • LeeKetty1176
    LeeKetty1176 Posts: 881 Member
    Jen i was thinking the same............ but also adding working kit, weights, etc................ a bit like ebay
  • MrsB123111
    MrsB123111 Posts: 535 Member
    I had gastric bypass in April and have lost 70 pounds, so this is right up my ally! I've been buying clothes, just to get rid of them a few weeks later because they're too big.

    Currently, I wear a size 18 pants but can sometimes fit a 16; and a Large in shirts, sometimes a medium. I have a few pairs of 18 and 20 jeans that are too big and some XL shirts, if anyone is interested
  • hottamolly00
    hottamolly00 Posts: 338 Member
    I think this works better as a local thing. Perhaps get your friends together... or make a meetup.com event?
  • pa_jorg
    pa_jorg Posts: 4,404 Member
    There's an MFP facebook page for this:
    http://www.facebook.com/pages/MFP-clothing-swap/141852735885571?sk=wall
  • bethdris
    bethdris Posts: 1,090 Member
    I've thought about this too...Ive gone from an 18/20 to a 10/12(more so 10) and have been pretty much just giving my clothes away...thank God I don't pay full price for them! :)
  • wickedcricket
    wickedcricket Posts: 1,246 Member
    I'll take some 14s if anybody's got em - I got 18s & 16s in exchange some 2x
  • Panda_Jack
    Panda_Jack Posts: 829 Member
    Tried to get this going earlier...

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/296453-pay-it-forward-donating-your-old-fitness-gear?hl=pay+it+forward&page=1#posts-3920549
  • SueInAz
    SueInAz Posts: 6,592 Member
    I think this works better as a local thing. Perhaps get your friends together... or make a meetup.com event?
    I was thinking the same thing. I don't know that I'd want to get a bunch of clothes from someone who has a completely different style than I do. You should try to meet some people in your area who are on MFP and then have a "hand me down" party. Everyone puts out what they have to exchange and can pick from what other people have to offer. That way you really only get what you want and the rest can all be donated to charity.
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    In theory it's great - but the practicalities need considering.

    This is an international site, so are you prepared to pay postage across the world? Sizing is different in various countries, so that would have to be clear. And while you might give away your stuff, there's no guarantee you'd be able to get some in return.
  • ehlertmartha
    ehlertmartha Posts: 78 Member
    So, I'm sure many of you are in the same boat I am - lost some weight - clothes are too big, but you don't want to spend the money to buy new ones, only to have to get rid of them again in a few months.

    Sooooo.....What I'm wondering is this - is there a way that we could arrange some kind of clothing exchange????? I'd be happy to send off all my stuff that doesn't fit but is still in good condition to someone that's just passing through the sizes that I've already been through. And would hope to be able to find someone that would be willing to do the same for their old "fat" clothes, too.... I dunno - am I a dreamer??? Or could this work???
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    This could work just have to arrange i, i have been thinking the same thing
  • sunkisses
    sunkisses Posts: 2,365 Member
    I have some Gap size 8-ankle (aka SHORT) jeans that are not stretchy, boot cut, classic wash.
    Gap size 6-ankle/short with stretch, boot cut dark wash.

    Both are like new. I've worn them like once maybe twice each in total. They're not low-rise, they're mid-rise, and I don't like how they look on me. I'll take pics if you're seriously interested. Send me a message - I won't check this thread again for replies. You pay shipping.
  • AimingHighWeighingLow
    AimingHighWeighingLow Posts: 192 Member
    What you would need to take photos of your clothes and then ask for swap....make sure you see a photo of the clothes before you agree.
  • LosingTheWeight2014
    LosingTheWeight2014 Posts: 173
    I think it's an awesome idea, but I don't have anything I could hand off at this time.

    I'm still in the beginning stages on my weight loss with lots still left to lose. I have a few pairs of 34 and 32 jeans that are in good condition and some shirts, but that's about it.
  • craft338
    craft338 Posts: 870 Member
    I think this works better as a local thing. Perhaps get your friends together... or make a meetup.com event?
    I was thinking the same thing. I don't know that I'd want to get a bunch of clothes from someone who has a completely different style than I do. You should try to meet some people in your area who are on MFP and then have a "hand me down" party. Everyone puts out what they have to exchange and can pick from what other people have to offer. That way you really only get what you want and the rest can all be donated to charity.

    anybody from NY wanna have a hand me down party?? =)
  • dragonflydi
    dragonflydi Posts: 665 Member
    We do that locally and it's called a "Naked Lady Party" :)

    I actually gave my old clothes to someone who started the journey after me who is in a support group and told her to pass them on to the ladies in her group when she was done with them ... since I was on the cutting edge in my parts and no one had clothes my smaller sizes.
  • MiladyMetal
    MiladyMetal Posts: 184 Member
    We do that locally and it's called a "Naked Lady Party" :)

    I actually gave my old clothes to someone who started the journey after me who is in a support group and told her to pass them on to the ladies in her group when she was done with them ... since I was on the cutting edge in my parts and no one had clothes my smaller sizes.
    forget the clothes, I wanna know how you got those cut arms? ;)
  • Fleur933
    Fleur933 Posts: 156 Member
    I would LOVE to be the recipient of some castoffs cutestuff. I am in a 20denim22dresspant and like a 16 /XL in tops right now. I have a few 26/28 i could give away...but to be fair I did just give alot of my stuff to my sister. I would happily reimburse senders for shipping costs:)

    Save the cat....what do u think?
  • soonersgirl
    soonersgirl Posts: 254 Member
    girl, that is an AWESOME idea!!!!!! i would love to do something like that!!
  • femmerides
    femmerides Posts: 843 Member
    i go to local thrift shops. there's one i go to with my mom and if you buy even one thing on a wednesday, you get a 50% off coupon for the following sunday. :-) i bought 33 clothing items for $58. :-) i have like 24 pairs of jeans now (size 10, 8 and 6). i wear 10 right now but i got 8's and 6's as my goal pants.
  • Purecity
    Purecity Posts: 115 Member
    I also dont have much to pass along but i'd love to pick up a pair of 18 or 20 pants just to use as a judge for my next size down :)
  • MrsB123111
    MrsB123111 Posts: 535 Member
    I have some super cute jeans that are 18 and 20 if you're interested
  • Nikki_is_Knotty
    Nikki_is_Knotty Posts: 248 Member
    Awesome Idea Jen! Im having a dillema with swimsuits lately! I have a 3x 2piece and the bottom doesnt want to stay on when im in class, I went all over here looking for a 2x (and smaller) I found a 1 x, 18, and 16 but no 2x. Anybody have one?
  • Hartach
    Hartach Posts: 18
    I feel the same. How would we work it? Ship them?
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    We can try recording what we have available and what we are looking for and where we are.

    I'm in the UK. Have some spare UK size 14 stuff, including a lovely M&S trouser suit (14 bottoms, 12 jacket). Loads of jumpers and cardis, and some trendy Joe Browns stuff. I'm 5 foot 2, so my trousers will be short length.

    Would be interested in some UK size 10 clothes.

    Isn't there an MFP facebook page? I'll post this on the wall there too.
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
    http://www.facebook.com/pages/MFP-clothing-swap/141852735885571

    Here's the Facebook page.
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