https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 16:35:32 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987776 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 19:20:32 +0000 Gaylene 987776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I lost weight a few years ago, I dropped two sizes on my bottom in a couple of months so I can definitely empathize with what is happening to you, Ramya. I was happy to see the weight go and I loved to see the muscle definition, but I was sad that all my favorite clothes no longer fit.</p> <p>If your lifestyle has changed to a more active one, and assuming you prefer your new body shape, I'd pack, or give, away anything that really doesn't fit your new shape. LIke you, I found that I could wear a few items even if the fit was baggier if I belted, or tucked, to hide some of the extra fabric. But I also found I couldn't avoid buying some new items if I wanted to look half-way decent.</p> <p>What I'd suggest is to think of a very small capsule that could get you through the transition phase so you can slowly start to re-build your wardrobe. My transition capsule was two pairs of pants (one jean and one smart casual), a skirt, a dress, a cardi, and a couple of nice tops. These six items, along with what I could salvage from my previous wardrobe, kept me going for several months. I set a budget for this capsule, and then shopped around to find the best buys, with the important factor being that every item had to work double and triple duty. I actually spent 75% of my budget on the smart/casual pants and the dress in order to find something that looked good enough to wear day after day. The tops, skirt, and cardi were inexpensive items bought on sale; they were not as durable, but they got me through the transition phase. Fortunately, my feet didn't change size and had a couple of pairs of shoes from my closet to complete the capsule.</p> <p>It was suprisingly easy to get dressed using these basic pieces. My outfits may have lacked variety, but I always felt that I had something appropriate to wear that fit my new shape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987760 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 18:46:21 +0000 rachylou 987760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Freak out, personally. Sorry no help! I feel like this happens to me a lot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987624 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 16:26:43 +0000 TraceyLiz65 987624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>With a small budget it's important to really nail down what would make the most difference and start small, I would take the time to make a list of wants and hunt them down at lowest prices possible. Going slow and with purpose is at least moving forward. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987619 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 16:21:31 +0000 ramya 987619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for suggestions ladies.<br /> Ik you are bang on tailoring is out of question I live in Norway. Not happening.<br /> K your idea is what I am doing. At present they are on my hip bone.<br /> I hope this is it and would stay at this weight. But economic s say me I can't invest much on clothes yet.<br /> Jeans and few proper fitting tops are what I am doing now </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987604 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:56:02 +0000 Aziraphale 987604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had a massive uterine fibroid removed a year and half ago, and had the same problem. &nbsp;My tops were all fine, but all my skirts were too loose. &nbsp;I took my favourites to the tailor and had them altered, either by adding darts or mucking with the side seams. &nbsp;I donated the rest.</p> <p>Are you likely to keep losing weight? &nbsp;This might affect how much you want to spend&nbsp;on alterations and/or new clothes. &nbsp;For me it was a little easier to decide, because I wan't losing fat; I simply had a bulky mass removed which affected the circumference of my midsection. &nbsp;By the time the swelling went down, my belly was a new size that was unlikely to change. &nbsp;But if you are planning to lose even more weight, costly alterations might not be worth it. &nbsp;You might want to invest in a few "transition pieces", kind of like pregnant women do as they try to accommodate an ever-expanding waistline. &nbsp;:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987595 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:50:16 +0000 ironkurtin 987595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find tailoring costs more than new items, unless you can sew.</p> <p>I am not sure where you live, but secondhand and thrift if your body is changing can be a way to save $ and wear clothing that fits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987592 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:45:16 +0000 K. Period. 987592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought skirts and avoided trousers until I felt like my weight was set. Skirts are great because they fit higher or lower on your waist/hip depending on weight, but they still fit. &nbsp;Your profile says you are a pear, so you are ideal for skirts as a transition piece. And totally agree with Marit on adjustable clothing types, like wrap skirts. &nbsp;Ponte knits can be great too. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987580 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:29:55 +0000 marit 987580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I thrift, and hit the clearance racks at Target, whenever I am gaining or losing weight; I feel really crummy if I don't have at least a couple outfits that fit me correctly whatever weight I'm at so it's important to me to grab something even if I can't spend a lot. Maybe you could swap clothes with a friend too? Many women have different sizes of clothes in their closet that they're not currently wearing.</p> <p>I also keep an eye out for clothes that are adjustable or forgiving (like wrap skirts, loose dresses I can belt, elastic waists I can cover with a top) if my weight is not going to stabilize anytime soon - then I can justify the money spent since I can use the piece at different sizes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987557 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:13:54 +0000 MsMary 987557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I lost a lot of weight a few years ago and while I was losing I filled in from thrift shops and discount retailers like the ones Adelfa mentioned.&nbsp; Once your weight&nbsp;has stabilized it is definitely worth looking into having your items altered. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987548 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:03:56 +0000 Thistle 987548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would recommend either tailoring the items or working through your budget to purchase a few staples to see you through to the end of your journey. These do not have to be expensive pieces, but quality is key as you will wear them a lot until your weight stabilizes.</p> <p>Adelfa had some good ideas, you can also try consignment stores or thrift shops. Some ladies here (Rae, MaryK&nbsp;and Shannon come instantly to mind) get beyond steals at second hand shops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987543 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:51:18 +0000 Adelfa 987543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As someone whose weight changes constantly I definitely understand. A lot of skirts can be taken in--do you know anybody who sews? Some dry cleaners can help you get alterations that are quite reasonable. Also, try places like Target or H&amp;M or Costco--they can have classic styles that will tide you over for very, very little until your weight stabilizes and/or you can afford higher quality pieces. &nbsp;That's what I do anyway. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987541 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:49:58 +0000 abc 987541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perhaps you could take in the skirts with some darts? &nbsp;Same goes for tops, depending on the cut (ie, button downs may be able to be taken in vs knits not really possible I don't think). &nbsp;</p> <p>I know it is frustrating but hang in there. &nbsp;In the meantime maybe it would be wise to invest in a few items (as your budget allows) so you don't have to feel overwhelmed when dressing. &nbsp;It's worth it to have a few key pieces that fit well, even if/when you are losing weight. &nbsp;Those key pieces would be determined by you and your lifestyle. &nbsp;Good luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-do-when-you-are-loosing-weight#post-987540 Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:47:25 +0000 ramya 987540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am mad right now. Active lifestyle meant I lost weight and now none of my bottoms fit. Except may be the jeans which I can pass as bf types. The tops are floating around me. I can only change minimum with my wardrobe budget. Suggestions ladies?<br /> The skirts are like 2 sizes to big </p>