Be careful when you finally wear clothes that fit!!!!

Thanks so much Jenn!

We never stop learning...do we??

BTW= You are totally rocking you VSG my friend!!!

I feel like a newborn baby!!  So much to learn lol!  Thank you....means so much from you!

I've thought about this alot too....I do try to buy something new every couple of weeks right now because I have noticed that some folks who have had WLS tend to either wear clothing that is still too big or too revealing?  I guess it is hard to find a balance and to incorporate the new body with clothing you're not necessarily used to wearing.  I have recently tried to look at it as a "new me", and have been discovering what clothing I like or don't like, and then figure out what looks good on me (cause not everything does even with the weight loss).  I feel like it's about finding your new style and I also try to buy clothing that "just fits" as I'm not done losing. 

I've carefully considered the attention from men situation too....and feel like my outside is now more in line with my inside.  My standards are now much higher than they were when I was more overweight - and I won't be compromising them. 

This is such a personal journey - I think your self-reflection is great!  Enjoy!

That's true about discovering our new style. I used to be into sporty and big and solid color. Now I find I like more flowing feminine pretty clothes. My new style of tops are the ones that are longer on the sides and come to a flattering taper. Some gals at work even went out and bought the same tops!

It is hard to learn to graciously accept a compliment about  your appearance when you are not used to it.  It is easy for me to start mentioning my negatives to those who give a genuine, nicely intentioned compliment.  "Oh but my hair is falling out"  The thing is I really do like the way I look, maybe I am just seeking reassurance.

I have tried to at least have slacks and jeans that fit, I by them at consignment stores or fairly cheaply. the tops are a little looser--I am busty.  It does help me to feel" Hey I do look pretty good"   i try to just repond  "Yes I have lost alot of weight, thank you for noticing"

Anne

You're right. That's what I should do. Come up with a "thank you" style response so that when I get taken off guard I can say something instead of being shocked and tongue tied. Thank you!!

It is going to happen more and more the smaller you get. I must really be vain and narcissistic because I love it!!! Some people compliment apologetically asking whether its ok to say how great I look. I tell them not only is it OK but the more the better!!! Keeps me motivated. I too did this for health and life but dang those hot curves have been missed and I am so glad they are back!