As we're getting deep into fall and almost winter I've been reevaluating my closet needs and have come to realize... none of them are being met!
Occasionally I know I buy new things... but where these things are going and why I'm not wearing them is a bit confusing. I've admitted in previous posts that I've gained a bit of weight this year (due most likely to the stress of my mother's illness, change in medications, and just the more stagnant life I've been leading) and it's definitely had an impact on my clothing style. I keep thinking I'll wait until I've lost some of the weight but for now few of my clothes fit well and I find myself reaching for the same things over and over again. Additionally - it's HARD to find clothes that actually look good on you when you don't feel you look your best (not to mention most stores don't really carry larger sizes).
sigh
I know it's just a bunch of complaining and I really need to get my ass to the gym. I need a gym buddy - southie friends? where you at? let's go to the gym on west broadway together and bitch about how much we hate working out while we're jogging on the treadmills.
On the plus side - since this budding relationship has started 3 weeks ago I've lost 7 pounds, and have also joined a beat the bulge holiday weight loss competition at work. It's time to get motivated!
In the mean time - what are your favorite winter essentials? I need to invest in a few items at my larger size and I'm trying to think of things that will continue to work, even as I lose the weight. Basically, I think I need a personal shopper. And to do a giant trip to good will.
I recently invested in these boots, but am not sure I can really pull off this "over the knee" look because it feels like my entire leg has become a boot:
I've always been great with accessories... but now is the time for actual warm clothing. I am trying to find things that work with my "trouble" parts ie... dislike my upper arms, stomach, and thighs. I think I might be the only person in the world that truly is not flattered by a wrap dress.
