Jul 5, 2011
Ask the Closet Coach: How do I update my wardrobe while losing weight?
Reader L.M. writes, “I’ve lost a lot of weight but I’m still planning to lose more. I’m afraid to buy new clothes now since I’ll (hopefully) just have to turn around and buy more clothes later. In the meantime, I feel frumpy in my baggy clothes. What should I do?”
First of all, congratulations! Losing weight isn’t just about looking better, of course, it’s about feeling better and becoming a healthier you.
You’re right; it wouldn’t be practical to replace your entire wardrobe yet if you’re planning to continue losing weight. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy new clothes on your new body right now.
Weight loss isn’t an overnight process, so why wait until the end to reward yourself for your hard work?
Wearing a few things in a smaller size will also remind you of the success you’ve had so far and inspire you for the journey still to come.
Here’s what you can do right now to update your wardrobe.
How to update your wardrobe while losing weight
- Flaunt a smaller waistline with a new pair of jeans. They don’t have to be expensive to be cute and flattering; you can find on-trend styles at mainstream chains like Old Navy and J Jill. And don’t forget your local thrift stores.
- Show off your toned legs with a skirt. Have you been giving your gams a workout? Let it show! Look for easy, budget-priced options at stores like H&M or websites like Asos. An A-line skirt that hits just above the knee reveals the narrowest part of your leg while also making your waist appear even smaller.
- Reveal your strong arms. Always covered them up before? Now’s your chance to try some shorter sleeved or even sleeveless styles. Unleash your inner Michelle Obama!
- Have fun with accessories. If you really want to minimize your expenditures, stick to accessories. Belts in particular are a great way to emphasize your ever-shrinking middle; look for designs that can be cinched in to varying degrees so they can adapt to a smaller waistline.
And if you ask me, any happy milestone–like weight loss–is an excellent excuse for a pair of new shoes!
You be the Coach
- What are your suggestions for adapting a wardrobe during weight loss?
[Flickr Creative Commons photo: Charlotte Astrid]
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