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Wonderful NSV

Alex_is_Hawks
Alex_is_Hawks Posts: 3,499 Member
edited December 2024 in Success Stories
So I've been working on this for a while, and I haven't really been seeing results like other people have.

I know I have a bit of a body dysmorphia when it comes to my figure and a mirror, but yesterday I went to a few stores and tried on some dresses for my brothers wedding in May.

I fit a size 16. I was flabbergasted.

Last year I would have been in a size 24-22. This is huge for me.

and they weren't floaty, stretchy size 16's either.

my favorite was a black and white fitted cocktail dress....

i'm SO excited!

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  • Alex_is_Hawks
    Alex_is_Hawks Posts: 3,499 Member
    i also wanted to mention that I didn't get pics at the time because I was too stunned that I fit much less to take out my iphone and pop a pic.

    However, I think I am going to end up with that black and white dress, so when I go back I will take pics for sure!
  • nerdyandilikeit
    nerdyandilikeit Posts: 2,185 Member
    Oh thanks goodness! I was distraught that there were no pics for a second!

    This is huge, Lauren! You don't need to be in a hurry, you just have to do it. I know that better than about anyone :)

    You're an inspiration!
  • arctiknitter
    arctiknitter Posts: 119 Member
    Congrats! Looking forward to a photo.
  • westdove
    westdove Posts: 174
    So excited for you! You have worked hard!
  • osewcute
    osewcute Posts: 244 Member
    You will have alot to celebrate at the wedding!
  • jkestens63
    jkestens63 Posts: 1,164 Member
    Excellent!
  • AnninStPaul
    AnninStPaul Posts: 1,372 Member
    Congratulations!!
  • RunChristyRun
    RunChristyRun Posts: 72 Member
    That is great! I am so happy for you! Can't wait to see the pics!
  • Alex_is_Hawks
    Alex_is_Hawks Posts: 3,499 Member
    Thanks Bron, Christy and everyone else.

    I know what you mean Bron, I didn't even think of getting a pic and then i'm describing the dress to my mom and my dad and i'm just KICKING myself for not snapping one.

    Lauren
  • christinerush
    christinerush Posts: 155
    :smile: Wow, well done! Dont forget to post a picture!
  • peachNpunkin
    peachNpunkin Posts: 1,010 Member
    I so cannot wait to see the pics. I'm sure you rock that dress. Congrats!!!!
  • babygurl48
    babygurl48 Posts: 1,237 Member
    That's a wonderful NSV for sure!! Congratulations!
  • Jessintherain
    Jessintherain Posts: 67 Member
    Congrats! That's a huge step. I hope I'll be able to have such a great dressing room moment myself soon enough! :D
  • Alex_is_Hawks
    Alex_is_Hawks Posts: 3,499 Member
    Thanks Everyone!!

    It was a fabulous weekend.
  • Jules_1111
    Jules_1111 Posts: 79
    Congratulations!! :) Stories like this keep me motivated!
  • mermx
    mermx Posts: 976
    well done...keep up the hard work!
  • Kailel
    Kailel Posts: 61 Member
    Good work! :) I got a dress a few months ago to "shrink into" and I tried it today and have a lot less shrinking than I thought, so I know the feeling. :D
  • meghan1789
    meghan1789 Posts: 81 Member
    That's so great! I really hope you'll continue to see yourself that way and be so proud of the progress you've made!

    :)
  • Sul3i
    Sul3i Posts: 553 Member
    Awesome nsv!
  • TheMissingSock
    TheMissingSock Posts: 89
    That is so awesome! I am right there with you. just got some hand-me-down jeans from a friend that are a size 16. I can zip them all and 3 are loose enough to wear now. My biggest jeans from last year were size 22-24.

    we're doing it!! go you!
  • jjnt007
    jjnt007 Posts: 302 Member
    Congratulations. How exciting. You will look beautiful at the wedding.
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