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Could someone please help style me?

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SENcatsandfish · 18/03/2026 22:32

I feel like im a lost cause. Im 34, I've recently lost weight, just over 6stone and im not far from my goal weight. I have a apron belly i think its called which is very unlikely to disappear due to a connective tissue disorder.

I live in leggings, a t shirt and long jumper/hoody with ankle boots. I don't wear bras due to a medical condition, but I would if they were comfortable.

I have no idea what shape I am, my body type or what flatters me and I have zero sense of fashion. Its like my brain hasnt caught up to the the fact im not big anymore. Im currently wearing my teen age daughters clothes 🤣

Id like to look a bit more put together as my self esteem has improved so I dont feel like I have to cover myself.

If anyone would be willing to help me I would really appreciate it, I have no idea where to start and this is the first time ive ventured over here to ask for some help so im not sure what info you need or if photos might help?

Id be really grateful if someone could help or point me in a direction where I can get some ideas please?
Thank you

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Yearningallovertheplace · 18/03/2026 22:37

Exciting! Personally (and sure others would disagree) rather than going purely for what suits your body type I'd start with trying to find a bit about your identity.. maybe an online style quiz? Then any answers that gives you (e.g. minimalist / sporty / whatever the current parlance is), search on Google or Pinterest (ignore all the adverts!), then save a few pictures and if possible go into an actual shop (or shops) and try things on to see what looks good on your figure.

SENcatsandfish · 18/03/2026 23:49

Ohh I didn't think of that, thats a cracking idea! I know ive lost a lot of weight but I dont see it in the mirror. Maybe actually going into shops would work better. I just want to look a bit classier and together and maybe my age haaa

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fabspring · 19/03/2026 08:30

Hi, there! I think the first poster has given you some good tips. There are some lovely spring clothes in the shops at the moment. It's a really good time to go and have a look. Enjoy yourself.
I just wanted to say "Well done" for losing the weight and I hope you find some clothes that work for you. 😊

SENcatsandfish · 21/03/2026 23:18

Thank you so much. I feel a lot more comfortable in my skin. I just need to find my style i think

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cocobanana922 · 22/03/2026 07:20

If you are brave enough to post a picture of yourself maybe people could recommend some pieces to suit your new shape.

whattheysay · 22/03/2026 07:27

Well done for losing the weight. That’s great advice from @Yearningallovertheplace, there are so many different styles and looks and not all of them will be for you. Going to shops and trying some bits on will help you find what you like and what you feel looks good on you.
Are you able to wear the elsaticated non wired stretchy type of bras or a cropped top? A bit of lift can change what we look like in clothes.

MotherofaToad · 22/03/2026 07:42

I use chatgpt for style advice. If you upload a photo of your face, it will tell you what colours suit you. It can talk you through what things suit you and what doesn't. You can show it links to clothes and it will tell you yes or no. If you get dressed, you can take a photo and upload it and ask it to improve your outfit.

SENcatsandfish · 24/03/2026 08:53

Some great ideas, thank you. If I do need to wear a bra I do wear the elasticated ones but they aren't very supportive and my boobs are now quite small. I could probably do with a bit of padding.

I can post a photo in a little while, my legs are quite slim now, but my bum is flat. My belly/apron belly is where my issue is and where I still hold weight/lose skin.

Thanks so much everyone

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Unexpectedlysinglemum · 24/03/2026 09:51

look up celebrities whose style you like and then ask chat gpt to give you twenty capsule wardrobe items to look for, after telling it your age colouring and shape

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