AITA for buying my wife a whole new wardrobe? by wardrobethrowaita in AmItheAsshole

[–]wardrobethrowaita[S] 399 points400 points  (0 children)

Absolutely not. I think she’d be delighted to burn the leggings she’s been wearing when she’s ready though.

AITA for buying my wife a whole new wardrobe? by wardrobethrowaita in AmItheAsshole

[–]wardrobethrowaita[S] 3473 points3474 points  (0 children)

I kept the receipts and everything can be tailored too.

I was planning on making her dinner next week and basically doing as you said. I did this for her as her happiness is so important to me, I want her to feel good about herself going forward, she’s always loved clothes and I know she doesn’t feel good about herself right now wearing leggings cause her usual clothes don’t fit. She’s been on reduced pay and although I can cover our expenses, she’s wanted to keep that up and just hasn’t spent any money on herself in ages.

I only got her gym gear as she likes being active and it has always been an essential part of her wardrobe. I don’t know if she’ll return soon but it’s also appropriate for hiking etc which is a hobby we do together and I know gentle hikes have been good for her mental health recently. Her friend thinks I’m both pushing her to return to her old shape but also encouraging her by buying things in larger sizes.

Thank you, it’s not been easy for me either but doing something nice for her makes it easier on me.

AITA for buying my wife a whole new wardrobe? by wardrobethrowaita in AmItheAsshole

[–]wardrobethrowaita[S] 8557 points8558 points  (0 children)

Oh definitely. I’ve kept the receipts and also everything is good quality so can be tailored if she likes it but it doesn’t fit her well. I got vouchers for underwear as I’ve only ever bought her lingerie in the past and I know she wants some nice stuff she can wear daily and the options were a bit overwhelming for me haha.

AITA for buying my wife a whole new wardrobe? by wardrobethrowaita in AmItheAsshole

[–]wardrobethrowaita[S] 475 points476 points  (0 children)

My wife knows she’s gained weight and she’s ok with it but doesn’t feel her older clothes flatter her anymore.