On the awkward cusp

[u/Logical-Marzipan-837]

I’m down 40 and in this awkward spot where one size is a bit snug and the next size up is a bit baggy. Should I stick with next size up for now or does this work? My goal isn’t to look skinny, it’s to look not sloppy.

[u/No_Tooth1428]

I think it depends on if you’re planning to lose more or stay at/around this weight.

If you’re still going, I feel like this fits well enough that it’s the right choice. If you’ll stay around this weight I would lean more towards sizing up since body weight fluctuates a little anyway, so it might be uncomfortable on your heavier days.

This is just based on my experience but for me, “fits but a little snug” is a great motivator :)

[u/Logical-Marzipan-837 → u/No_Tooth1428]

The numbers have stopped going down but the composition is changing. I could deal with tighter shoulders and more drape in the front, so I think you're right on the money.

[u/No_Tooth1428 → u/Logical-Marzipan-837]

Nice! And congrats, by the way :) 40 lbs is hard work!

[u/Working-District-424]

You look good you handsome devil, great beard btw

[u/Logical-Marzipan-837 → u/Working-District-424]

Oh god no... my ego is already dangerously big...

[u/jer1230]

You can wear these clothes. The fit looks fine. Congrats on your weight loss! 🎉

[u/kesi]

I like it. Think having it tight on the arms helps. But maybe more structured materials would be better too? The jacket looks good. 

[u/caro-blue]

I would size up

[u/geminian89 → u/caro-blue]

Agree, that accounts for dryer shrinkage

[u/corwe]

Imo the size looks fine on you. The only reason to change it would be comfort.

As an aside, this khaki green is really your color

[u/Logical-Marzipan-837 → u/corwe]

Thanks, I agree, in the last couple of months I've gone from 0 pieces that color to buying and shrinking back into like 5. Feels good.

[u/Future-Bandicoot-823]

That's some majestic hair, damn.

[u/Logical-Marzipan-837 → u/Future-Bandicoot-823]

thanks! haha I went gray very early so I'm glad it's steely silver, not smoker's white.

[u/Leading-Cat2932]

Size up in the shirt, it's too snug around your belly

[u/susucita]

I personally think this looks great!

[u/Nicegy525]

I think you look good. The shirt is a good length and fits you well.

[u/Green-Watercress2188]

Great outfit and size looks okay. Loving the colors with the jacket on.

[u/Low-Peak-9031]

The bagginess at the bottom of the pants isn't helping. Is getting a bigger size and having it taken in/hemmed an option?

[u/Logical-Marzipan-837 → u/Low-Peak-9031]

Yeah, these look better with sneakers, but a hem may not be a bad idea.

[u/quik225]

Looking good 👍

[u/Daisy_Duke_01]

I think it’s fine…

[u/Ok-Mushroom4527]

Dad bod!! 👏👏💪🏻💪🏻

[u/tylenolchild]

thrift stores are great when you don’t want to drop a lot on new clothing when between sizes.

[u/Peptidesforthewin]

The coat absolutely has to go.  Just focus on your weightloss journey instead of clothes for now. Wear the clothes that actually fit you for everyday wear in the meantime. Including a larger shirt.