I'm continuing to build a new wardrobe from scratch. I have a few jeans, pants, and sleeveless layering tops, so my new focus is on long-sleeves shirts. I've always loved the look of buttoned shirts, and while I've collected many over the years, they've always gone unworn. I wanted to try again and focus on softer fabrics that won't feel too stuffy when layered, but won't be too flowy to give me an unwanted peasant look.

My wishlist has had a denim/chambray shirt and white shirt on it forever, even before I lost weight. I never successfully found them but decided to try again since I'm making a fresh start. I also added a bright color to that list, maybe green or pink.

Many of my shopping excursions these days are solely to determine sizing, fit, and see what's out there. I don't expect to by anything, or even find what I'm looking for. But today, I was thoroughly surprised to find the exact kind of buttoned shirt I was hoping for, three times over! Denim, white, and bright. They are all soft, 100% cotton, and fit into my emerging wardrobe. So excited!

I also found a tweed-like jacket. I almost left it behind because I thought maybe it looked too small (slight pulling in the front underarm area), but it felt great, like a sweatshirt. I wouldn't feel the need to take this one off at home the way I do with other layering jackets when I wear them like cardigans. They didn't have a larger size in that jacket, but I tried the larger size in a couple of other styles and they were clearly too big. I'm so glad I decided to get it!

Next on my list: two skirts and two dresses. After that, I'm in want-ville rather than need-ville.