Hey, dolls. Today, I want to have a little chat about curves. If you saw my "Dear Mean Guy" post then you may know that I have addressed the fact that yes, indeed, I have grown curvier. It is no lie. My goodness, who hasn't? Better yet, who cares? No one, other than my ex's currents. I am pretty sure all of those girls love the fact, but I really couldn't care less about that. I know that weight gain can really be a serious issue with women right now. It is so sad too. I see so many girls getting so down about themselves for weight gain and I know because I can see it in the decline of their self confidence and in their style.
You know exactly what I am talking about. You can tell a girl who is down about herself immediately when you see a shift to ill fitting clothing. Don't get me wrong, I know all about how comfy those sweat pants and flannels are. I done them too and proudly sometimes. Better yet, I could be the queen of that. I am not talking about the days when we just want to feel comfy. I am talking about changing your wardrobe to be excessively loose and baggy with not a single article that accentuates your features. I am talking about hiding.
What is wrong with liking and embracing your curves? I am here to tell you that if you wear it proudly, not a single person will care that you have filed your jeans out in a way that you never did before. Pick something out that you are proud to have and flaunt it. (Don't go overboard, keep it classy ladies.) I have always had (with no shade towards anyone else) a pancake booty. Just ask my family, they used to tell me that all the time. Rude. However, now that I have a few extra pounds, I have gained some cheeks, and I like it. Gasp! What? Did she just say that? I actually LIKE my booty? How horrible... Give me a break. Its is totally okay to like your body. I encourage you to change your attitude about yours too. Seriously, when you start liking you, your own attitude will overflow onto others, and that is a good thing. And this applies to non-curvy girls too. It is good to inspire others. I pray that is what I can do for you today.
Styling tip for curves: Typically when I wear fitted clothing, I like to juxtapose my top from my bottom. I like my tight with a little bit of a looser piece. For instance, if I wear tight pants, like in this post, I will wear a looser top, and vice versa. I find that when I wear both of the same fit on top and bottom, it isn't quite as flattering as a mixture would be. I find that tight pants and a tight top result in a look that is too show-offy for my taste. And pairing looser pants with a looser top tends to look a little bum-like. (Unless that is the look you are going for, you do you.) I think that the contrast is the easiest way to show off curves without looking it unflattering.
I hope this post inspires all of my curvy loves out there to embrace yourself. You are beautiful. Own it, and love it. Don't hide behind bulky layers. Love your curves, because I am here to tell you, they are back in style. Thank you so much for stopping by. Much love!
“14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”