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    Home » Lifestyle » Random » Humor

    Sometimes I Buy Dresses That Don't Fit Me.

    August 14, 2012 by Jenn 10 Comments

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    Angeline and I went shopping yesterday at the Ross and TJ Maxx in our local mall.

    I love Ross and TJ Maxx - I can always find great clothing and home goods at lower prices than Macy's and they have a funky mixture of items that I can't find anywhere else!

    Angeline needed a new backpack and some jeans for school - she starts high school on Monday! - and I was looking for a formal gown for my upcoming visit to Magic Castle in Los Angeles. I will be traveling with my friend Lee of Entertainment ExactLee - she's an entertainment blogger (in case you missed that "Entertainment ExactLee" part), and she has secured us a reservation at the Magic Castle Hotel! Now, I do have formal gowns (I was a bridesmaid in two different weddings in the past year) but because I have recently quit smoking...they don't fit.

    I've gained weight.

    For what it would cost to have any of my gowns altered, I can easily buy a new one at a place like Ross or TJ Maxx.

    Anyway.

    Long story short, I did find one beautiful dark blue gown at Ross but it was too small on me. As in, I could get it on and zip it up, but that whole breathing thing just wasn't happening. I decided to make a trip to the other Ross in a different neighborhood to check for other options.

    Which brings me to today's post.

    Sometimes I buy clothes that don't fit me...just because I want them.

    I tell myself, "Self, this dress is only $12.99. It is practically free. You need to buy this dress. You might fit into it one day."

    Or..."You can always wear a cardigan with this dress so no one can see that it doesn't zip up in the back."

    What, you've never done that?!

    While shopping for gowns, I did happen upon this adorable little coral sundress. I fell in love with it! While I don't normally shop in the Juniors department, the color caught my eye and I snatched it up and ran to the fitting room.

    Exhibit A: Adorable Dress That Looks Perfect On Me

    I was prancing around the dressing room, feeling like I won the lottery with this $12.99 dress that looked like it was made for me...and then I went to zip it up.

    Exhibit B: DAMN IT. 

    The dress was too small. Now, I did actually get it zipped up almost all the way, but as soon as I let go of the zipper, it fell back down. It is a size ⅞, which I would normally be able to wear...

    But I've gained a few pounds recently due to my travels and I just quit smoking.

    So...I did what any shopaholic crazy gal would do in this situation.

    I bought the dress anyway.

    You know, just in case I ever lose this weight...it was only $12.99!

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    Jenn, AKA "The Rebel Chick," is a single woman who strives to help her readers live their best lives possible. Whether it be through sharing new recipes, sharing her dating stories, or encouraging people to embrace adventure and travel, she aims to inspire people to live full, happy and authentic lives.

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    1. Crystal

      August 14, 2012 at 6:15 pm

      LOL, even if you never wear it, what a steal at $12.99!

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      • Jenn

        August 14, 2012 at 6:35 pm

        Right? That's how I see it...

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    2. HilLesha

      August 14, 2012 at 6:39 pm

      That dress is so adorable! I'm the same way when I stumble on name brands at yard sales and consignments shops (only way I really shop for clothing, lol). I bought a Betsey Johnson dress in a size small....just because it was $10!

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    3. Billie

      August 14, 2012 at 8:11 pm

      That's an adorable dress and a great price, hard to pass up.

      Reply
    4. MomStart (Ashley)

      August 15, 2012 at 12:02 am

      Yep... I've got a couple of those. You'll lose the weight! =) Congrats on quitting!

      Reply
    5. Jenn

      August 15, 2012 at 2:14 pm

      Nooo! It's so cute too. I hope you can get into it soon.

      Reply
    6. Kelly

      August 16, 2012 at 2:44 pm

      I would buy it too! Only $13 and motivation to workout, sold in my book.

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    7. Sheila

      August 17, 2012 at 11:51 am

      Well.. you fit right in my book or normal.. cuz I do it too.. LOL

      But, if you find you never fit in the dress send it my way, cuz I love it!

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    8. Marcie W.

      August 17, 2012 at 4:12 pm

      Darn for it not zipping BUT your boobs look FAB!

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      • Jenn

        August 17, 2012 at 4:15 pm

        I know, right?! That's why I had to buy it. LOL

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