AN OPEN LETTER TO THE GIRLS

Ladies, can we get a show of hands if you’ve ever left a store because you tried something on in your usual size and it was about 10 sizes too small? [hold for the deafening sound of hands raising] Or have you felt frustrated when the cute, new trend didn’t work for you? We have good news. It’s not you—it’s them! Specifically, the fashion industry. We can easily be led to think we don’t have the right body, but it’s because such a limited body type is ever shown to us. There are unlimited different bodies and a very limited number of sizes. It makes perfect sense that many of us struggle with finding things that both fit and flatter us. 

The key is to work with your body instead of against it. After all, they’re mostly determined by genetics anyway, so it’s like trying to change your eye color or your height. Instead of telling ourselves what we can’t wear, let’s first take a minute to learn about our individual bodies. Once we identify our body types (hint: check out the Gallery here!), we can start seeking out the styles and fits that flatter our best assets and, most importantly, make us feel our best. Yes, please!