Weight gain and clothes that have started to pull

Short answer: Buy a few garments in the size that fits now and set the rest aside. Clothes that pull get neither better looking nor more comfortable with wear.

Why tight clothing is not a solution

A garment that pulls leaves marks on the skin, wears faster at the seams and makes the day less comfortable. It also changes nothing about the body. That is why it makes sense to own what fits now.

What you need first

Underwear and socks show first, because they sit closest. Then trousers and waistbands. Tops last longest. See bamboo underwear for men.

Cuts that give room

Styles with elastane, soft waistbands and looser cuts cover a wider span than stiff qualities. That means fewer garments go further. See bamboo trousers for women and bamboo clothing for men.

Frequently asked questions

Should the old clothes be thrown out

No. Put them in a box somewhere else so the wardrobe only holds what fits.

How many garments do you need

Five to six garments cover a week together with underwear in the right size.

Can clothes be let out

Rarely more than a centimetre or two. It depends on the seam allowance.