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Please dress a 40yo fat woman for holiday...

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FknOmniShambles · 28/06/2025 20:59

So, I'm fat, but less fat than I have been for years. At new year I was 25 stone and size 26/28. I am now 20 stone, and unsure of size, probably 22 in soft jersey type items of clothing. But I've lost off my boobs and upper stomach while my lower belly is still a thing 😢 I have absolutely no idea what to wear. I got a Roman midi dress off vinted recently that's nice and I was brave enough to get my legs out for the first time in 25 years...
I'm going on a cruise soon and would love ideas. I think OK for evening meals but perhaps ideas for daily long walks around the towns. I currently wear black leggings and tops almost exclusively, but this isn't the most flattering due to belly issues. Also, what trousers can I wear that's not leggings? I have sensory issues with clothing hence the jersey obsession.. But line type things can work.
I feel lost - please help!

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ANagsHead · 29/06/2025 08:38

@FknOmniShambles have a look at:

Community Clothing

who are currently extending their range of clothes in larger sizes (up to size 26). They’re not the very cheapest but the quality is excellent and you’d still be able to wear everything after your holiday.

The linen trousers are particularly wonderful. And so many colours in t shirts.

itsgettingweird · 29/06/2025 08:42

Have a look at Yours clothing.

We have a shop in our town and they do a lovely range.

lots of loose shirt type top from sleeveless or 3/4 length sleeves, various dresses including jersey ones and also trousers and shorts.

well done on your weight loss.

ExitPursuedByABare · 29/06/2025 08:48

Wide leg linen trousers from M&S, Tesco and Sainsbury, plus loose tops do it for me.

SparklyCyanNewt · 29/06/2025 08:56

Bloomchic do great dresses at that size. I always get compliments. Just need to work out which styles suit you shape. Plus the dresses have pockets which is a big win!

notasillysausage · 29/06/2025 09:05

Sugarhill Brighton do great dresses, I’m a size 20 and live in these.
I also got compliments on some wide leg black and white trousers from new look recently with a black t shirt tucked in and cardigan .

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