Tips for Transitional Clothes

If you have ever lost weight or even gained weight, you will know about buying transitional clothes. Transitional clothes are clothes that you know that you will not be in for very long for one reason or another. It could be that you are losing weight and you don't want to buy a whole wardrobe because you still have some to lose. That is the boat that I am currently in. It could also be that your clothes are getting a little tight, but you plan on losing weight. I have been in that boat as well. Whatever the reason may be, no one wants to spend a fortune on clothes that will last them less than 3 months. Over the course of my weight loss I feel like I have gained some experience in the art of buying transitional clothes, and now I would like to share my tips with you.

 

1.) Don't be ashamed to shop at a Thrift Store. Some people may cringe at the thought of purchasing used clothing, but the fact of the matter is you can score some good finds. I will admit, when thrift store shopping you will likely have to wade through lots of junk. Keep at it though because there are gems to be found! Be picky when you are shopping at the thrift store. Search for things that look like they have been well cared for. Today when I went to Goodwill, I was able to get 2 pair of dress pants from Ann Taylor Loft, a pair of dress pants from New York & Company, and a pencil skirt from Banana Republic all for $16.00.

 

2.) Buy items that you can mix and match. When you are purchasing items from a regular store, look for items that you can wear lots of different ways. Don't buy a shirt that only looks good with a certain pair of pants. Look for shirts that you can pair with dress pants, jeans, and skirts. Look for items that you can dress up or down depending on your accesories. Try to get items that will be as versatile as possible.

 

3.) Look for items that you can still utilize even when they are too big. This obviously applies more to tops. I can't think of any situation in which wearing pants that are too big for you sounds like a good idea. Look for tops that you can pair a belt around the waist with when they get loose. Look for sweaters that you can wear with skinny jeans and boots when they get a little baggy. Try to think long term, especially for items that you are spending decent money on.

 

Hopefully these tips and tricks will help you in your quest to find transitional clothes. If you have your own tips, feel free to leave them in the comments below!

 

Thanks for reading,

Sarah