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Alexis_in_Maryland · September 20th, 2005, 02:52 AM

A few people have mentioned I could get my clothes altered. I talked with a good friend of mine who went from 198 to 148. She said she didn't even bother with getting clothes altered because it was costly, and she was happy about getting new clothes in a new size. I don't plan on getting any of my clothes altered (although I have a wonderful aunt that's a seamstress). I really do love some of the suits that I have, and the ones that I still wear, I just put a big ole safety pin in the waist (starting to look a little ridiculous now). Using a safety pin is my idea of altering.

I'm actually looking forward to a new wardrobe (in a much smaller size). I know I will be able to find someone to give my suits to. Hmph. I may even be able to give them away to a nice lady here.

So, did you get your clothes altered or buy new clothes?

I know I need to get a few new basic pieces for work real soon (like this coming weekend).

dumbfox · September 20th, 2005, 02:56 AM

I bought new clothes, but still kept some pieces of "fat" clothes that I really loved that could still be worn even though they were too big, like sweaters. I did have one beautiful pale silk suit I wish I had altered (ah hmmm...had it even crossed my mind at the time to do that) because I loved it.

Princess S · September 20th, 2005, 02:56 AM

BUY BUY BUY SHOP SHOP SHOP

I'll take ya

m_chelle · September 20th, 2005, 03:27 AM

My suggestion is to alter the things that are worth the money (like good quality suits). Then get rid of the other things that are too big and not worth altering. Go out and shop like Princess S says!!! It makes you feel great! I have been in this situation before and can not wait to be in it again... Have fun!

AmberSkyy · September 20th, 2005, 03:45 AM

I agree with M_chelle... anything designer, or high quality fabric should be altered, any nice clothes that you have accessories and shoes to match too, just to cut down on the cost of replacing your wardrobe. I have been told though that if you are ALOT smaller than you were, it is hard to take some designs in to a smaller size, and still keep the overall look of the outfit. So maybe for stuff like that you can just have the skirts or the pants altered and find new tops for them or vice versa... I am not a seamstress, I can barely MEND a seam without 20 yards of thread, so I am not sure.

But overall, you shouldnt deny yourself the pleasure of buying smaller clothes!! Happy shopping!!!

Alexis_in_Maryland · September 20th, 2005, 04:11 AM

The problem is, all of my work clothes are high quality. If I get anything altered, it will be some of my favorite suits. I know there's a consignment shop in my area. I could go there and get some money for them (since I don't do the website where one bids on stuff).

I know a few basic pieces will get me by for a little while. Oh how I look forward to buying new clothes in smaller sizes! WooooHoooo.

missus · September 20th, 2005, 05:10 AM

Hey Alexis, you can donate the suits to this organization for women that helps other women who need them. Not sure, but maybe you can write it off on your taxes? Anyhow, girl, I agree with Princess, get out there and shop your tail off. There's bargains all over the place.

Congrats girl!!

Missus

Bunzilla · September 20th, 2005, 08:23 AM

Congrats on your weight loss. I agree w/the others. Anything high quality and costly, I'd alter.

Everything else..GO SHOPPIN GIRL, YOU DESERVE IT.

I know that when *I* get to goal, I want to go shopping with PrincessS...she's the shopping Diva!

Shell

Alexis_in_Maryland · September 20th, 2005, 10:44 AM

Thanks ladies.

September 20th, 2005, 02:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
dumbfox Platinum Phenster Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 1,144 Lost Weight: -55 Current Weight: 198 Goal Weight: 137	I bought new clothes, but still kept some pieces of "fat" clothes that I really loved that could still be worn even though they were too big, like sweaters. I did have one beautiful pale silk suit I wish I had altered (ah hmmm...had it even crossed my mind at the time to do that) because I loved it. Measurements: Bust - Was 42" ~ Now 36" Waist - Was 39" ~ Now 27" Hips - Was 46" ~ Now 38" See my critters:

September 20th, 2005, 03:27 AM	#4 (permalink)
m_chelle Silver Phenster Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 212 Lost Weight: 24 Current Weight: 166 Goal Weight: 130	My suggestion is to alter the things that are worth the money (like good quality suits). Then get rid of the other things that are too big and not worth altering. Go out and shop like Princess S says!!! It makes you feel great! I have been in this situation before and can not wait to be in it again... Have fun! 5'2" sw-190 cw-165 gw-130

September 20th, 2005, 03:45 AM	#5 (permalink)
AmberSkyy Silver Phenster Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 474 Lost Weight: 34bs. Current Weight: 160bs. Goal Weight: 145lbs.	I agree with M_chelle... anything designer, or high quality fabric should be altered, any nice clothes that you have accessories and shoes to match too, just to cut down on the cost of replacing your wardrobe. I have been told though that if you are ALOT smaller than you were, it is hard to take some designs in to a smaller size, and still keep the overall look of the outfit. So maybe for stuff like that you can just have the skirts or the pants altered and find new tops for them or vice versa... I am not a seamstress, I can barely MEND a seam without 20 yards of thread, so I am not sure. But overall, you shouldnt deny yourself the pleasure of buying smaller clothes!! Happy shopping!!! Height: 5'8 HW:225 6-30-04 Right after baby SW:195 8-30-05 CW:191 8-31-05 CW:189 9-1-05 CW:186 9-9-05 CW:184 9-12-05 CW:180 9-17-05 Down 38in since 8/30 CW:178 9-23-05 CW:177 9-24-05 CW:175 10-4-05 CW:174 10-5-05 CW:171 11-7-05 CW:170 11-9-05 CW:169 11-23-05 CW:169 11-28-05 CW:167 12-06-05 CW:163 01-01-06 CW:160 01-23-06 CW:161 03-28-06 CW:165 10-24-06 CW:159 03-27-07 GW:145 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Fitness is a journey, not a destination... it must be continued for the rest of your life! In life, what sometimes looks like the end is really a new beginning! Sometimes there is no next time, no second chance, no times out... Sometimes it's now or never!

September 20th, 2005, 05:10 AM	#7 (permalink)
missus Purple People Eater Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 17,383 Lost Weight: 5 Current Weight: 215 lbs Goal Weight: 200	Hey Alexis, you can donate the suits to this organization for women that helps other women who need them. Not sure, but maybe you can write it off on your taxes? Anyhow, girl, I agree with Princess, get out there and shop your tail off. There's bargains all over the place. Congrats girl!! Missus Hard work has made it easy. That is my secret. That is why I win. -Nadia Comaneci

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September 20th, 2005, 02:52 AM	#1 (permalink)
Alexis_in_Maryland Silver Phenster Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 465 Lost Weight: 17 Current Weight: 160 Goal Weight: 128	A few people have mentioned I could get my clothes altered. I talked with a good friend of mine who went from 198 to 148. She said she didn't even bother with getting clothes altered because it was costly, and she was happy about getting new clothes in a new size. I don't plan on getting any of my clothes altered (although I have a wonderful aunt that's a seamstress). I really do love some of the suits that I have, and the ones that I still wear, I just put a big ole safety pin in the waist (starting to look a little ridiculous now). Using a safety pin is my idea of altering. I'm actually looking forward to a new wardrobe (in a much smaller size). I know I will be able to find someone to give my suits to. Hmph. I may even be able to give them away to a nice lady here. So, did you get your clothes altered or buy new clothes? I know I need to get a few new basic pieces for work real soon (like this coming weekend).

September 20th, 2005, 02:56 AM	#3 (permalink)
Princess S Wonder Phenster Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 5,874 Lost Weight: 0lbs	BUY BUY BUY SHOP SHOP SHOP I'll take ya

September 20th, 2005, 04:11 AM	#6 (permalink)
Alexis_in_Maryland Silver Phenster Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 465 Lost Weight: 17 Current Weight: 160 Goal Weight: 128	The problem is, all of my work clothes are high quality. If I get anything altered, it will be some of my favorite suits. I know there's a consignment shop in my area. I could go there and get some money for them (since I don't do the website where one bids on stuff). I know a few basic pieces will get me by for a little while. Oh how I look forward to buying new clothes in smaller sizes! WooooHoooo.

September 20th, 2005, 08:23 AM	#8 (permalink)
Bunzilla Silver Phenster Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CA Posts: 351 Lost Weight: 26 Current Weight: 151 Goal Weight: 135	Congrats on your weight loss. I agree w/the others. Anything high quality and costly, I'd alter. Everything else..GO SHOPPIN GIRL, YOU DESERVE IT. I know that when I get to goal, I want to go shopping with PrincessS...she's the shopping Diva! Shell

September 20th, 2005, 10:44 AM	#9 (permalink)
Alexis_in_Maryland Silver Phenster Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 465 Lost Weight: 17 Current Weight: 160 Goal Weight: 128	Thanks ladies.