Awhile ago, I stopped caring about fashion because I didn't respect my fat body. I didn't think my body deserved the designer duds or accessories my size 10 body used to wear. I work as a management consultant so I needed professional clothes but what I did was wear the same black, stretchy clothes over and over and over. Prior to my surgery I was filled with years of self loathing about my fat/body.
Surgery has helped me realize that I need to honor my body and take care of it and myself. And that regardless of my weight, I need to present myself with confidence and pride. I've been accessorizing, wearing more makeup. Taking more time to do my hair. Today I went to Talbots and picked out several size 18 clothes, XL clothes. Before surgery I was tightly in 20 bottoms.
Things fit better...Although I only have lost 10 lbs since 9/15. I know I'm more toned, less swollen etc. No muffin top. Also I was thinking that I will share these with my new friends in band land once I out grow them so they were a good investment for me and my friends out there. In two months time, these clothes will need a new home. I will take good care of them in light of my future friend who will need them for work...
The on the left is a thick cotton with pleats on the side and a grosgrain belt. The skirt on the right is brown silk. Both skirts are lined and size 18W. The tops are both XL knits with ties.
Beautiful clothes!! Way to GOOO!! I'm proud of YOU!!
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