Fitting in Clothes

[jttaurus]

Have you guys had similar challeneges as I've had since losing almost 85 pounds, i used to wear my clothes really big before surgery, I am finding that I am more comfortable still wearing bigger sized clothes..

I can fit in a 10 in most pants and I still want a 12 so I can hide myself in them. I fit in medium velour pants. I can wear some mediums in misses sized tops but then the boobs don't fit. I usually wind up in large to accomodate my mature bust. Howeverm I feel self concious of my bust and then want to wear an xl to hide it, I feel like I;m still in high school and hiding my body. ANd for those of you whose wondering, I have huge boops that didn't shrink post bypass and a concave butt which means what little I had is gone. I'm not ready to have my clothes specially made.

I know this is a petty woe, but it's affecting my image of myself.

[Mrs Sabre]

What does Joe think about how you wear your clothes?

I found my daughter is my best resource for helping me choose clothes that are fashionable yet flattering to my figure and age appropriate. She picks out things I wouldn't consider, but that find very appealing once I get them on. Find someone that you feel has good fashion sense, and ask them to go shopping with you.

[Kathy]

Find a fashion buddy, an excellent idea.

I have found myself letting go of the humongous shirts. The extra material flapping around my waist is now aggravating. I prefer a more fitted top, and I'm not too small up top, either. Although I'm pretty sure you got me beat. You are much tinier than me, as well.

Anyhow, you will be so surprised when you get your mind wrapped around the idea of clothing that fits. When you can see youself a bit differently, you will see how much better you look. Change the outside, stay open about it, and the inside will slowly adjust. You have to step out there, though.

Start with pants or tops. Only get one or two items that are more snug than you like. Slowly work them in. Give it a shot. You aren't hiding under big clothes, you are smothering yourself if false protection. The big bad world is still big and bad. And you are still in it. You just want to be able to walk around in it looking really FAB. :)