Favorite clothing post op/weight loss mode?

[momof3_angels 465]

Just curious what is your favorite type of clothing to wear after surgery during rapid weight loss.

For me it is workout clothing! Not because I LOVE to workout (I don't)... but it is just so comfy! That... and when I bought some to start walking again I grabbed a size smaller on the "chance" it will fit soon... I got home and put it on it was perfect because it stretches. I have lost enough weight that I feel like I look pretty good in them (could be better... but gotta lose more weight lol). And I love that they are snug but stretch and comfy. Going back to work soon and I would give anything to be able to wear them to work! I basically no longer fit pretty much everything that was in my closet, so I donated a bunch of clothing already and took another huge stack of clothes out of my closet to sort through a second time before donating. Essentially, my closet would be practically empty except I have purchased even more workout clothes. I did keep a couple dresses that were in there from when I was a little bit smaller, a few sun protection shirts that I can wear over tanks even as I shrink a little bit more, and a few sweatshirts that were either slightly small on me or I will still want them when they are big on me. I did have to buy a couple work outfits, but I picked pants that are slightly tight but stretchy so they will fit a little better as I lose more weight. Shopping at an Outlet store so I am getting "new" clothes at cheaper prices. Can't wait until I go down another size!

[Mrs. Mercedes 17]

Enjoying shopping again will definitely be one of my favorite things about this journey!! 😊😊 Depending how Strict your work dress code is, I suggest black stretch pants and long tunic tops. Stretch pants are practically one size fits all Cuz they stretch to fit and then go back to being tiny when you wash them. Dress Barn has lots of clothing like this and you can usually find a store in the outlets. Have fun!

[Lynda486 784]

I have been relying on comfy clothes to get by. My first day back to work I wore a long sleeve t-shirt and black work out pants. I can wear jeans now, so when I go somewhere it is jeans. I happened to save my smaller clothes, so I should be okay for awhile.

[JRT Mom 919]

Comfy clothes is all I EVER wear. I HATE shopping for clothes and would rather be comfortable than stylish.

I'm lucky that I chose a career where I get to wear scrubs every day!

[momof3_angels 465]

33 minutes ago, JRT Mom said:

Comfy clothes is all I EVER wear. I HATE shopping for clothes and would rather be comfortable than stylish.

I'm lucky that I chose a career where I get to wear scrubs every day!

Scrubs are optional for me... but I donated my "big" scrubs, and really don't want to buy more until I am a size smaller. Although I might go to a uniform shop and find some drawstring scrubs that fit OK but will allow me to shrink in them.

[AJ Tylo 1,399]

i have vowed to look like a homeless guy till i hit my goal weight - clothes are baggy and huge and Havin fun doing it - Driving my two kids nuts - Its fun to put on a 4x shirt now. I use a belt to try and hold on my shorts down from a 50 to a 42 so that is fun also/

Also in the spirit have decided to not get a haircut till i hit the goal weight. So you guys like to shop I am doing the opposite and having a good time at it

[momof3_angels 465]

52 minutes ago, AJ Tylo said:

i have vowed to look like a homeless guy till i hit my goal weight - clothes are baggy and huge and Havin fun doing it - Driving my two kids nuts - Its fun to put on a 4x shirt now. I use a belt to try and hold on my shorts down from a 50 to a 42 so that is fun also/

Also in the spirit have decided to not get a haircut till i hit the goal weight. So you guys like to shop I am doing the opposite and having a good time at it

OMG... this is something my husband would totally do! Totally laughing here!

[AngieBear 2,524]

It’s been a struggle, especially in the beginning. I invested in belts, but that only goes so far. I keep a minimum of a few basics that I fit at all times: one pair of jeans, one pair of black pants, a black skirt, a pair of white pants, and then whatever tops are seasonal. I can mix and match things easily. I also have blazers, because these can be worn open when they are a bit on the small side, so they last a while. Dresses that can be cinched with a belt when they get big are great.

I shop second hand for the most part, either thrift stores or Poshmark, but stick to those basic pieces. I consider it more that I’m renting clothes rather than buying them at this point.

I have somehow maintained a business casual look with just a very basic wardrobe. It’s tempting to buy a ton now that I fit in regular sizes and the world has opened up, but until I stabilize I’m keeping it under control (mostly).

Sometimes I wish I could just wear baggy sweats and t-shirts and save the money, but somehow I think it would be frowned upon at my job 😂 Besides, loose baggy clothes billowing around me drives me nuts! Thrift stores have been my saving grace.

[Sheribear68 3,201]

18 minutes ago, AngieBear said:

It’s been a struggle, especially in the beginning. I invested in belts, but that only goes so far. I keep a minimum of a few basics that I fit at all times: one pair of jeans, one pair of black pants, a black skirt, a pair of white pants, and then whatever tops are seasonal. I can mix and match things easily. I also have blazers, because these can be worn open when they are a bit on the small side, so they last a while. Dresses that can be cinched with a belt when they get big are great.

I shop second hand for the most part, either thrift stores or Poshmark, but stick to those basic pieces. I consider it more that I’m renting clothes rather than buying them at this point.

I have somehow maintained a business casual look with just a very basic wardrobe. It’s tempting to buy a ton now that I fit in regular sizes and the world has opened up, but until I stabilize I’m keeping it under control (mostly).

Sometimes I wish I could just wear baggy sweats and t-shirts and save the money, but somehow I think it would be frowned upon at my job 😂 Besides, loose baggy clothes billowing around me drives me nuts! Thrift stores have been my saving grace.

Yes to all of this!

even now (I hit GW 2 weeks ago) I’m very leery of buying too much.
I’ve got a job where I must dress in professional attire so I’ve used a combo of consignment store/eBay/FB market place to get most of my stuff.
I literally keep an inventory of basics and exchange as I size out of them:

* 1 each black,grey, blue, khaki,olive green pants-I actually have 2 pair grey pants, because I found such a good deal on them.

* 2-3 dresses that are cut in a way where I can lose 2 sizes before exchanging. - actually I just purchased a 4th dress— a cute knit wrap dress that I’m going to wear with pumpkin tights on Halloween, but who can pass up a versatile black dress in their wardrobe? I’ll wear it all winter with different tights.

* 1-2 pairs jeans- just purchased some LL bean fleece-lined jeans for winter in addition to my “ usual” pair. Got it off of eBay for under $20.

* a total of 8-12 tops in variety of colors for work —I’ve had to get more lately to add in some sweaters and warmer clothes.

* approximately 1 billion yoga pants/workout tops— Give or take a few.

even though I’ve gone from size xxl/22 to medium/8, I’ve still got a few old sweatshirts and even one old sweater that I plan on wearing this winter.
sadly all the professional clothes had to be sold/donated.

[momof3_angels 465]

So, I still have just 2 pairs of long pants (black/grey) and 2 pairs or capri (navy blue/tan)... again, stretchy but slightly tight for now. I don't think I will buy more work pants until I have to. I just decided to order a bunch (well, not a lot but enough) of Tunic style tops that will hopefully be long enough to cover most of my hips/bottom. I figured they will fit perfectly now, but wearable as they get loose for a while, and cover up my hips/bottom enough that it won't matter if I wear pants that are tighter or looser lol. I am also thinking I can wear some of my workout legging under them to help fill in my work clothes wardrobe. Hope it works! I work in a professional building when I am in my office, but I roam around when dealing with the staff/patients under my care. Can't look too frumpy! I am down to a size large for shirts now, and really will probably only go down to either a large/small or small/medium at most. Hopefully I will get there fast, but not too fast as in wasting money on clothes. I have quite a few pant sizes to go though, but that is why I am buying tighter stretchy pants so I they can shrink with me. I wish I could get away with just wearing everything baggy... but that would definitely be frowned on by my bosses and co-workers! That, and I want to show off my weigh loss! I can't decide if I am going to break down and buy jeans... they are less forgiving when I lose weight. I want some, but don't want to go through multiple pairs that I only wear for a short while.

[Chris NH 12]

Have you ever tried clothing rental places like GwinnieBee? I mostly order dresses from them and I am hoping with the (upcoming) rapid weight loss it will make dressing for the office a bit easier on my wallet.

I agree, too, with the posts above. A decent legging will go down a few sizes with you. I like the leggings from Lane Bryant and on sale I think they run below $20 a pair.

Edited October 26, 2019 by Chris NH

[momof3_angels 465]

Have you ever tried clothing rental places like GwinnieBee? I mostly order dresses from them and I am hoping with the (upcoming) rapid weight loss it will make dressing for the office a bit easier on my wallet.
I agree, too, with the posts above. A decent legging will go down a few sizes with you. I like the leggings from Lane Bryant and on sale I think they run below $20 a pair.

I didn't even know clothing rental places exist for non-special occasions. I will have to look into that.

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[Cheeseburgh 3,083]

Amazon has some really nice stuff that’s crazy cheap and cute, Old Navy during a sale can be cheaper than a thrift store and I try and take advantage of Kohl’s cash and promotions.

Once I got to my goal weight I decided that comfy stretchy clothes are not my friend even though I love them. I am more active and eat less when I’m fully dressed. If I wear stretchy pants I don’t notice if I’ve gained weight until I put on a pair of real pants. I’ve always been that way, not going back!

I do wear stretchy clothes to workout and later in the evening to relax.