topic Re: Sizing! in Fashion

Sizing!

LTT1 — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:02:43 GMT

So, I just thought I was getting FATTER!

Recently, it became apparent that while yes my middle has gotten larger

Denim jeans do not usually fit me properly unless they are made with a waistbsnd!

Now, I believe that my proportions do not match up with waist-band less pants/jeans!

Somehow, where most women must go out where I go in, so regularly designed pants act funny on me. [meaning they are too tight in these places]
Interestingly, jogger-type styles ALWAYS seem to fit... drawstring waist, cuffs at bottom...and almost always knit.

But about 3 months ago I realized it was time to find "regular" bottoms without the ankle stuff.

Re: Sizing!

wagirl — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:41:14 GMT

I NEED to be trying on clothes in person and not not rely on those measurements. But then my issue mostly, is I have a completely flat chest, like a guy, due to breast cancer and no recon. So tops NEVER fit --I usually wear high neck tank tops under something over top, and I wear mens t shirts that are cut bigger--mostly just around the house. Pants can be a challenge too, my belly is ---poochy-- and wear mostly pull on pants. found some really nice, good looking brands that look great on me and are very flattering. I am not dressing up much --not my life style now--but ALWAYS will dress nicely and some what in style.

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Still Raining — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:56:11 GMT

Indeed knit, drawstring pants always fit! Truer words have never been spoken.

Not knocking them, I have an embarrassing number. But......

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Meowingkitty — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:07:14 GMT

I love drawstring pants too. Got some really nice ones at Amazon for $29_ Got 4 pairs. LL Bean also has some but they are much more expensive.

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cindyNC — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:51:45 GMT

When I was in my 20s-30s you would never catch me in a pair of drawstring or elastic waist pants. For the last 30 years or so, that's what I've transitioned to.

My problem areas have always been my broad shoulders (thanks Mom!) and now fat arms. If I purchase large enough for my shoulders/arms then tops are too large elsewhere.

Re: Sizing!

Kachina624 — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:32:29 GMT

Those drawstring pants lovers, perhaps with waists disproportionately smaller than hips, should try wearing jeans (with belt loops) with the invisible belts available on Amazon. They're elastic; I don't need to unzip my pants to lower them. Inexpensive.

I'd lose my pants without them.

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Desertdi — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:44:03 GMT

I keep a supply of "blanket pins". They have saved my dignity with loose waistbands, and plunging necklines...

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GingerHead — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:01:25 GMT

@LTT1

Heehee, you just thought you were getting fatter! That's cute, made me smile cause I think that sometimes too when trying on different clothes. I just tell myself it's not me....it's the clothes! haha

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LTT1 — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:27:40 GMT

@GingerHead @Desertdi @Kachina624 @cindyNC @Meowingkitty

Thank you all for the great replies!

@Desertdi

I like those pins! Great idea! Thanks 😊

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Desertdi — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:33:16 GMT

@LTT1

You can also use them on a jacket or coat...to "hook" your readers. di

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Nightowlz — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:29:35 GMT

@GingerHead wrote:
@LTT1
Heehee, you just thought you were getting fatter! That's cute, made me smile cause I think that sometimes too when trying on different clothes. I just tell myself it's not me....it's the clothes! haha

@GingerHead @LTT1

DH told me to stop shrinking his jeans. I told him his waist was getting larger? His is from drinking beer & whiskey not from what he eats.
I read some place online it said not to buy by size to buy by fit. Today I have to do that. I can buy 2 of the same shirt or pants but they don't fit the same.

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GingerHead — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:45:32 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@GingerHead wrote:
@LTT1
Heehee, you just thought you were getting fatter! That's cute, made me smile cause I think that sometimes too when trying on different clothes. I just tell myself it's not me....it's the clothes! haha

@GingerHead @LTT1

DH told me to stop shrinking his jeans. I told him his waist was getting larger? His is from drinking beer & whiskey not from what he eats.
I read some place online it said not to buy by size to buy by fit. Today I have to do that. I can buy 2 of the same shirt or pants but they don't fit the same.

@Nightowlz @LTT1

Haha, that made me laugh, I blame the dryer sometimes too.

Yes, I definitely agree with buying by fit and not size. Some places have vanity sizes (QVC, HSN) and some don't and some who knows what they were thinking?!

Which makes it hard when buying online, so I do return a lot of clothes but I don't feel too bad about that because I believe that's the price companies pay for being in this online world and should expect a lot of returns. I know I'm not alone when shopping and trying on clothes, I''l go in with 20 items and maybe one will work but most of the time I leave with nothing....

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elated — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:57:53 GMT

My problem is my waist area. If I buy pants that fit my waist, my pants will just bag. So I get the pants to fit my hips and use a waist expander to add more room. I have now found my perfect answer. I bought the waist expanders off Amazon.

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Icegoddess — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:09:08 GMT

Pants are my nemesis. I really need to try them on before buying and even then, I usually need to add alterations into the price, not just hemming, but also the waist, so that's 2 alterations. While I CAN sew, I hate trying to do alterations on my own clothing since it's almost impossible to pin them on my self.

I used to be able to wear Kim Rogers petite or short pants, but then she cheapened them by removing the zipper. I like a zipper on dress pants, but my comment about cheapened has to do with the fact that it's just cheaper to make pants without them. I'm sure the line didn't lower the price when the did that either.

I recently happened on some pants at Belk that were ALMOST perfect. First was the drapey fabric which I haven't found in pants in several years. Next, it was available in a petite length which works with heels. I almost always wear heels with dress pants. They were a slim cut, something I cannot find at QVC or HSN that will work with my thick legs. I don't want my dress pants hugging my legs or stretching to fit, but I'm too short for a wide leg pant. The only problem with them is that the waist is slightly too large. I can wear a belt with them, but I would rather not have to, so I may end up altering them. Lucky for me, they were 40% off, so I only paid $47.70 for them.

They were available in both a straight leg and a boot cut. I chose the boot cut and bought 2 pair. They're The Limited brand. I knew The Limited stores closed, but I didn't know they were being sold in Belk now.

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LTT1 — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:56:49 GMT

@Desertdi

Oooo great and helpful idea! Thanks

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LTT1 — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 20:29:23 GMT

@Icegoddess

These I recently purchased by Anybody and they fit perfectly. The waist has evidence of a yolk..don't know how it was accomplished but everything about this set speaks volumes to me of careful styling.

I am with you on needing a zipper in most woven styles. The area around the waist as large elastic does not flatter my proportions somehow.

I will think on it and post if I have purchased something that really fits.

In more tailored items, I will really need to locate a tailor here and in my area, it's difficult driving very far. The landscape in Pittsburgh is death defying when it comes to roads!