I have lost 75 lbs. and am struggling to find clothes that fit. When I last weighed this much, prekids, I was probably a size 14 I still cannot fit into most straight sizes except Old Navy tops, which are fitting in an XL (hello size inflation lol). I am struggling to find, in particular, shorts, both athletic and smart casual. I have long legs, a short torso, and a short hip to waist distance. I look better with shorter shorts, probably no more than a 4-5” inseam, but I am mid-40s and need my bootie covered. Longer Bermuda or board style don’t look good on me. I would be okay with skorts or shorts with the under short. I still have an apron belly, but it’s not as pronounced as before, so the rise in plus size shorts are much too long or I have to pull them up to my bra line which is uncomfortable. My butt is depressingly flat so jeans with higher pockets look more flattering.
I am 5’7”, weigh 190#, waist is a stubborn 46”, LB 18W does not fit well anymore (they don’t carry enough smaller sizes in store to bother trying).
I know this sub is for plus sized so I feel like this crew would recognize the struggle. I am going on vacation in 3 weeks. Please help! In the past I’ve ordered from Lands End and LL Bean but see literally nothing that looks worth trying. I want to feel great having lost so much weight and am finding it’s still impossible to find decent clothes!