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This is a dumb question, but have you ever seen the movie “Clueless?” (I’m going to imagine a resounding “yes” from all of you.) There is a scene where Cher discusses how she takes Polaroids of herself in outfits prior to leaving the house in them. I remember as a 14 year-old thinking, “GENIUS,” but never adopting the technique for myself.
Well, today I’ve learned a very valuable lesson that made me wish I had taken a picture prior to walking out the door...Sometimes, the best liad outfit plans can translate into a style disaster.
#badoutfit #baggyisntbetter #strollingintodelusion
My original post for today was going to touch on buying great maternity pieces that you can wear post-bump, however, I saw the photos, and my new post is about a delusional fashionista (me) and how to avoid becoming one.
Here are my top suggestions for gals who are not living in their ideal body or are postpartum & looking to feel good in clothes:
- Baggy is BAD. I know it’s cozy but it’s making you look bigger. Refer to the photo below...I looked at this and wondered how I miraculously gained 10lbs after not even having lunch!
- Belts won’t help...just because you belted it, doesn’t mean you have created anything resembling waste.
#Iswearimnotthisbig...
- Fitted doesn’t need to reveal flab. Invest in a Yummy Tummy smoothing tank and wear pieces that gently hug your curves and give you shape.
- If your struggling with a thick mid section, or as dubbed on RuPaul’s Drag Race a few weeks ago “hog body,” no need for a corset, show off your boobs, it’s that simple.
- And finally, be kind to yourself and smile like George Clooney gave you a 7 Karat emerald cut engagement ring, it will distract from any poor outfit choice!
I can’t believe I’m going to say this, but take a selfie! It will give you a different vantage point, just don’t post it until you’ve established the rules above are in play.
#atleasthelooksgood
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