New Clothes? When to buy them?

I pretty much waited until my clothes looked silly.
Of course my friends had to tell me that I looked ridiculous.

I bought a belt and used my "big" clothes until they looked ridiculous. I then bought a ton of clothes when I hit my GW, but have since gone down another size and I'm kind of annoyed because I spent so much money. On the "in between sizes" when I was still losing weight, I only bought clearance or from a consignment shop because I knew I wouldn't wear them too long. Depends on your financial situation a lot...if you can afford new wardrobes every 2 months, have fun But since most of us can't, there are going to be some awkward outfits while we are in between sizes!

I plan to belt my jeans as long as possible, until they just look silly, and buy as thrifty as I can (clearance racks!) until I'm at my goal weight.

Well, I lucked out and saved a lot of my smaller clothes, so I've been able to get some use of my jeans and shirts. I did have to buy new sweaters (that are already big), because what i had was huge.... I'd say closet shop the best you can, and maybe buy one or two pairs of new pants - especialy if yours are sliding off. If you are a thrift store lover, you might find some great buys, or if you're an outlet person, I hit the sale just right and got a whole bunch of clothes for less than $100....I would say trade in when you feel like you need it - it will give you a boost in encouragement to help you along your way....This is an awesome probleme to have!!

I vote for Goodwill!!

Target 50-75% clearance rack. They always have a few shirts/jeans. I can buy a few outfits to rotate for $20.

Oh. I also beg my mommy. :P

ive weeded out clothes as they got to be so big it was uncomfortable and endanger of falling off. luckly i shopped at first in my own closet and attic , trying on clothes that hadn't fit in a while or were previously unflattering. since then ive bought just a couple of pieces at a time and i tend to buy them snug to extend the life of them in my wardrobe.they are usually from clearance racks and choices that will work with other things i have. im waiting to buy a full wardrobe until i get to my goal and my size stabilized. i will say buying a few flattering pieces at a time is a great way to stay motivated and inspired to keep up the work. also when i find someting on a super deal and flattering it just feels so good! it has been a lifesaver because things come up that you have to have something appropiate,like when i had a family funeral. i was so glad that i had got a dress i had found and almost did't buy because of planning to lose more. good luck extending your wardrobe!

depends, started at size 24, and am down to size 18ish depending on type of clothing. if it's something you can alter easily like jeans in the waist area, do that or a skirt. or do what i did, buy some clothes that are a bit tight(but fit) that will be your next size and wear that. some things I had to ditch, too big. buy some key pieces like work pants and shirts, and some jeans. and try not to buy anything else until you REALLY have to, I have a ways to go so unless I drop into a 16, these 18's are good for a while. but I understand, it is a very awkward point, not wanting to spend too much time.money on clothes you won't be in a long time

I buy a new pair of jeans every three months because thats when I get money, but losing weight or not I always shop second hand so they aren't new, but they're new to me. That is all I'll buy until I lose it all.... well and until i graduate and start working again.

Secondhand shops.
Buy two or three staple items for work etc. Baggy top and fitted pants are ok, not both!
I am doing this with a friend who started a little smaller than me, so as she shrinks out of clothes, I shrink into them, which is handy
Buy Adjustable. I have a dress that depending who you do it up, can fit a range of sizes. I bought it right at the start, and it is shrinking with me nicely!
All pants, shorts and skirts, no matter how cheap, should have belt loops to further extend their life!

I still have some pre-pregnancy clothes, and pre-pre-pregnancy clothes in my closet that will give me some extra wardrobe without having to buy anything. When I do need to start buying things again, I will be hitting Goodwill on Sunday's and Wednesday's when it's 99 cent day for whatever color tag. And even then, I don't plan on buying a whole bunch of things per size, just enough to get by.

For me my shirts just fit better and I buy 1 or 2 pair of pants per size I go down because I don't want to get too comfortable in a size that is not my goal. My treat for myself is to buy a new wardrobe after the weight loss is complete. So tired of not being able to wear all the cute clothes!!! Has anyone figured out why if your over weight you have to shop in the same department as you grandmother? lol.. I've lost 24 lbs so far and I've just started this site this week but I love it! Really helps me keep track of things!

I think you need to get a few new pieces every 2 sizes or so. Just get 1-2 things that fit on clearance. A few staples. You'll feel better because you'll notice the difference in how you look, and it will keep you pushing on for more.

^ This. It'll improve confidence, you'll probably get more compliments, and with shops like H&M, Supermarket, ASOS, TKMaxx etc selling thing sooo cheap it'd be daft not to get one or two nice things.

I am 60 pounds lighter - and lots of inches lost...I am buying only enough to get by I have not reached my goal and since I am in transition I don't want to invest in a lot of clothes only to get rid of them...they ones that look big on me or that someone has commented how big they look goes right into the basket for good will. I am not going back to the bigger me. My husband bought me a beautiful ball gown for the last ball we went too - It was the biggest I was ever - 224 pound, last April...after that ball I gave the gown away to this charity that a girl/woman can borrow a dress from for all 35$ for the whole outfit. My husband had to but me a dress because they didn't have anything for bigger ladies, so I donated that red one and a blue one I had. The lady said this looks brand new - I said it was I just wore it once...I will never be that big again. I have a lot of pretty clothes that are just too big...they are gone or soon to be gone...But you have to do what's best for you. I had bought a size 12 and was pleasently surprised when I needed a 10. Now I am in size Medium Vera Wang Leggings from Kohls. The good Will and second hand stores are good places to look - but please try them on before you pay for they. Hope this helps...Also I'd be happy to be a get healthy buddy for anyone that needs one.
Alva

I still have so many clothes that I can't fit in.. so Idon't think I'll have to buy for a long time.... but when I get to my GW... the shopping spree will be on..