Fashion Challenged Please Help!

[Annek2014 58]

So, the girls at work at after me to get better fitting clothes. I am very fashion challenged. I do not know where to start. I am so use to hiding in big baggy clothes, I am afraid to let go. I am not comfortable yet with the new losing weight me.

Where do I start? Girls here said try Old Navy for jeans. I have been going to a resale shop, but I am not sure on what styles are current and what are not.

Please help!

[blashlee 509]

Old Navy is a great place to buy clothes that aren't too expensive. Sign up for their email/text alerts because it seems every weekend they have some kind of deal going on. Last weekend it was $2 women's tank tops. The week before that was $5 shorts.

My surgery is scheduled for April 6th and i'm in Southern California. It's already summer like weather so I wear a lot of dresses. I'm expecting big shift over the summer as far as weight loss and my clothes size, so my plan is try to stay in sun dresses and skirts as much as possible. I really don't want to buy a lot of stuff and every few weeks have to replace it as I lose.

[Trayjay33 138]

Hi AnneK2014,

I think one of the joys women have is shopping. I'm not in to wearing heals or dresses that's just not me. I'm not a tomboy just not in to that...just me. I think as you get more comfortable in your own "skin" you'll find what works for you. It sounds like your allowed to dress fairly casual for work. Old navy is good as mentioned but also American Eagle, Gap, H&M and nordstrom rack if you catch a good sale. This can give you more options. They are online or maybe in your area but some only offer certain items online. If you go to the online stores you can see the trends, hi-lo tops, lace shirts, pastel colors, etc. But, it's more about what you like. Treat yourself to what you think looks good in my opinion. I find high waisted jeans fit me better than low rise jeans as I lose weight. I also buy a couple 3/4 sleeve tees in different colors and button down shirts. For shoes boat shoes like Sperry's are comfy and they last. Congrats on your journey, hope this helps.

Edited March 31, 2015 by Trayjay33

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

A friend of mine recently needed to update her work wardrobe for a new job and used a Nordstrom personal shopper. She said it was one of the best shopping experiences she had ever had. I am considering doing something like that once I get close to goal.

[Trayjay33 138]

A friend of mine recently needed to update her work wardrobe for a new job and used a Nordstrom personal shopper. She said it was one of the best shopping experiences she had ever had. I am considering doing something like that once I get close to goal.

I swallowed my pride and went in to be measured for a new bra at Nordstrom after finding my bras no longer fit properly. I am very big chested and deflated so that's what made it also hard. The woman was very professional, courteous and helpful. I'm sure you will have a good experience.