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Seeking budget-friendly pants for ostomy needs

This topic is about finding budget-friendly low-rise pants and support options for someone with a colostomy located at the belt line. The person is looking for comfortable clothing solutions that accommodate their ostomy appliance without breaking the bank. Here are some helpful tips and insights:

1. Consider replacing belts with suspenders or braces to reduce waistband pressure:
- Traditional two-clip or button-on suspenders, known as "braces" in the UK, can be a good option.
- "Hikers" single-hook under-shirt suspenders are praised for their quick release and easy cleaning.
- Heavy-duty button-on braces are also widely available in some areas.

2. Look for garments that avoid belts altogether:
- Bib overalls, coveralls, boiler suits, or bib-and-brace styles can be practical. They come in different weights for winter and summer, and zip fronts are preferred for modesty.
- A waistcoat fastened to trousers can mimic braces for more formal occasions.

3. Explore elastic or stretch-waist options:
- Golf pants, sweatpants, joggers, or lightweight trousers sized two inches larger than usual can support the pouch when worn inside the waistband.

4. Search for low-rise jeans:
- Use search terms like "low-rise" or "ultra-low-rise" jeans.
- Wrangler "Retro Slim Boot Cut Jeans" are a more affordable mass-market choice, and other brands can be found on Amazon.
- For specific fits, consider a seamstress or custom makers like MakeYourOwnJeans.com for custom low-rise patterns.

5. Understand the terminology difference between suspenders and belts:
- In the US, "suspenders" are known as "braces" in the UK, which can be helpful when shopping online.

6. Try a half-belt option:
- A side-closing belt that runs only from hip to hip through belt loops can leave the abdominal area belt-free, reducing pouch pressure.

7. General fit tips:
- Consider going up one or two waist sizes if wearing the pouch inside trousers.
- Keep pockets empty to reduce sagging.
- Wearing shirts, pullovers, or cardigans untucked can easily conceal the pouch and suspenders.
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