What did you do about underwear?
Just look for budget pantirs, you won't be wearing a size for very long...i buy a pack of cheap cotton granny panties. I noticed that on Amazon prices vary by color and pattern, last pack was under $1.00 a pair. I also get a 3 pack of stretchy ones for work, $3.00 a pair.
I was a (tight) size 11 to start fit into a regular XL or size 8 now. Got some high cut Bali scamps on sale at Macy's in a few sizes.
RNY on 12/22/14
Totally agree - but the fewest cheapest things on your way down. Save for maint. I took mine in for awhile but sewing up the side seams, but that only gives a size or two. Eventually you need to buy a new pack.
Sharon