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On comparisons and being enough
Hi, I’m Leah and I blog over at www.justmeleah.co.uk. Only in the last couple of years since I’ve immersed myself in the plus size world on the internet have I felt it’s OK – as a fat woman – to be myself. I’m a feminist and have slowly realised some of my deep-rooted beliefs have been programmed into me from a young age and aren’t actually my beliefs. It means I now have a healthy dose of cynicism towards popular opinion and the illusion of perfection. One of the most important things I’ve realised is that women are encouraged to be competitive in a way which differs to the way…
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Outfits for Natalie – By Nessbow!
I’ve talked about Ness before on my blog, about her being an inspiration to me in many ways, and I was super excited when I read one of her latest blog posts titled ‘Outfits for Natalie’. Yep, she wrote a post dedicated to help me style the red maxi skirt I talked about in my vlog! Isn’t she wonderful! I really love every outfit and was surprised at how well she could pick my style! Ness has let me re-post the blog here, but make sure you check out her blog. __________________________________________________ Yesterday I watched a V-log by the gorgeous Natalie of XL as Life. (Have you checked out her blog? It’s…
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What’s so fabulous on skin and bones?
Caitlin Bradley is a plus-size fashion and design enthusiast whose love of life is documented on her blog, Closet Confessions. The 20 year old art school student who spends her time studying full time, designing couture gowns and scuba diving. Closet Confession’s was lucky enough to attend some events at Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival at Sydney Town Hall, and was one of the few in the audience for the Myer ‘Big is Beautiful’ Fashion Launch. This blog was originally posted on her blog, Closet Confessions on September 1st, 2011. Sitting near the press pit, looking at the figure emerging from the dimmed lights and heavy smoke, I sense I don’t…