Wardrobe shopping

an awsome store to go to is Macys, they are handy cap accessable, and they even have handycap dressing rooms!!!

I've found some really wonderful things at Walmart...the Hanes amd White Stag brands wash well, don't shrink and are really cute!  I can usually find alot of them on sale/clearance as well - so I can stock up. 

Since I am the primary family member helping my dad who is assisted living, i find it easier bringing him clothing and choosing from what I bring.  That way I control the price, fabrics, etc.  The last time he needed pants, I went bought three different colors and 3 different sizes.  After he made his choice of 2, I returned 7 pairs!!

My mom tires too easily to shop for clothes. In December one year I bought $500.00 worth of clothes and took them all to her to try on when she could . This way she could mix and match what was already in her wardrobe and take her time doing it. She really likes the Alfred Dunner line and I found quite a few things  that she liked. KEEP RECEIPTS! In  late January I took all but 4 items back and the Burlington Coat Factory store had no problem taking them all back.  I also shop at the local Goodwill. They don't take things back but usually pants are about $5.00 and tops are about $4.00.  I buy all her shoes thru Shoebuy.com. Again you buy multiple sizes in multiple colors and see what works and what doesn't. Shipping and returns are free (Note: they only give you one free return per order so if the order ships some items separately wait until all items have arrived before returning to avoid being charged).  Macy's is also great when they have sales but I don't know what their return policy is.  Note: it also helps if you know how to sew.  Mom's weight fluctuates wildly due to water retention. Elastic waists that can be taken in and let out are a wallet saver ! One other thing: Don't buy the diabetic socks at Wal Mart. They're lousy. Go to Footsmart.com and get some real socks that hold up!

My "problem" is actually a BLESSING!!  My Mother is 88 yrs old and aside from being legally blind she is in good health.  But it's so hard to find pretty clothes for her to wear to church that are modest for an 88 yr old woman.  She doesn't like low cut things or skirts over her knees or skirts down to her ankles.  She's gotten a little "pear-shaped" so princess seams and clingy materials don't suit her.   When I google fashions for 80 yr olds, the results are for people who are immobile, wheelchair bound, have alzheimers, etc.   I'm at my wits end trying to find something for her to wear!  Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions?  Thank you!

A great answer for me in finding my mother modest clothing is a website that is easy to work with and has nice quality clothes. I've even gotten something for myself there! Try www.hannahlise.com

Good luck

I recently had to find some clothes for my Mom who has dementia.  All of her clothing was too big for her and she was using safety pins to hold up her pants.  I had no idea what size she was and she hates to shop for clothes.  I order online a lot and have purchased from QVC before.  They supply you with sizing charts so you can match your measurements with the clothing.  This was the only way I could figure out how to get the right size, and the clothes I purchased fit great.  I tried using those sizes when I went to the store, but found out that sizes vary a great deal and ended up having to take things back.  Most online stores will give you size charts which can help make sure you order the correct sizes.  I have found that it has taken me some time to figure out what my Mom's tastes are, but basically she likes the same types of things so I have just purchased the same styles in various colors.

Oh thank you SO MUCH for telling me about www.hannahlise.com[hannahlise.com]!!  That is JUST what we've been looking for!!  And you are so right - I found something for myself too.  I'll keep checking their website for new additions.  Mom sends her thanks to you too!!!

I love it that the clothes are not "fuddy-duddy" or "frumpy."  They are simply pretty clothes that are modest & tasteful!  No necklines cut real low or skirts with slits, etc.  But pretty clothes!  Thank you again!!! 

I bought mix and match in 3 colors, so whatever mom puts on goes together. I looked at her current wardrobe and picked one color that she had plenty of already. Then added two nuetrals. So all her bottoms (pants and skirts) are either black, tan, or purple. Then she has solid and print tops (blouses, sweaters, jackets, pullovers, etc.) that go with all the bottoms.

As another poster suggested, she like Alfred Dunner. Pants have elastic waists so are easy to pull up, but look nice. I also buy Land's End strech pants with elastic waist and pockets.  Lands' End has an excellent return policy, as do most department stores if you keep the tags on.

I usually buy things, take them to her assisted living apartment, try them on there and return what she doesn't need. That way she has choices but shopping is not so difficult with the small dressing room. I always put away the out of season clothes so that she doesn't dress inappropriately.

I order shoes from FootSmart, who have a wide range of wide and orthotic shoes.

Forget the stores!  Take it from someone who lives out in the "boonies",& get on one or two catalog lists.  Penny's & Sear's plus one like Blair's to start.  In less than a season, you'll be getting morecatalogs than you ever imagined (or wanted--the only real down-side to this method) I  named some that I found most helpful (I recently accessorized a whole new house by catalog; furniture, pictures, rugs, nick-nacks, the works!!).  That way, you & your loved one can pour over the books in the comfort of your home, order, try-on, & RETURN anything or everything that doesn;'t "work" together or fit right.  You can even wash it first to see if it still fits...  You can wear the shoes, anywhere, they will still take them back.  Just save your packing reciepts & shipping containers until you are sure you want to keep it.  I think you'll find the cost of return-postage very reasonable in comparison with the cost of transportation to "shop-around", not to mention the amount of time & frustration you've avoided.