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Jul 16, 2017

Seeking Clothing Advice for 2x Stomas

This topic is about finding comfortable and stylish clothing options for someone who has both an ileostomy and a urostomy. The person is looking for advice on how to dress in a way that comfortably covers both stomas and their pouches. Here are some helpful suggestions from the community:

1. For men, consider wearing braces (suspenders) with looser-fit trousers and a Comfizz waistband. Shirts can be worn untucked over the top for a relaxed look.

2. For women, switching from slacks or jeans to dresses and skirts can be a good option:
- Look for less-fitted or A-line styles that have plenty of "swing."
- Elastic or smocked waistbands and full drape fabrics can help hide one or two pouches and make it easy to lift for emptying.

3. Fold-over-top, flared knit skirts, like those once sold by GAP, offer a soft, stretchy waist that can be adjusted to sit above or below the stomas as needed.

4. Patterned shift dresses are great for disguising bulges better than solid colors. Bringing a trusted friend or asking shop assistants for help when trying on clothes can be beneficial.

5. For cooler weather, leggings or jeggings can be pulled high or low as needed and paired with long, thigh-length tops. Stores like Altar’d State often carry suitable styles. Adding large shawls can provide extra coverage and discretion when adjusting bags.

6. Support garments can help smooth the area and reduce the visibility of outlines:
- General light-support underwear or belly bands.
- Spanx can be effective if you size up, as standard sizing might feel too tight.

7. Accept that shopping will involve some trial and error. Take your time to try everything on, prioritize comfort, and be prepared to revamp your wardrobe.

These suggestions include specific brands and products like Comfizz waistbands, Spanx shapewear, fold-over skirts from GAP, and long tops from Altar’d State, which might be helpful in finding the right clothing options.
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