Apparently I only smile in the presence of gin 🍸
Had a really great day today! It’s true what they say, you HAVE to invest in yourself. You’re never too old or too experienced to learn. There’s always more you can do to help you on your own journey 💕
Happiest with good company, cocktails and food 🥰
Being all touristy in Liverpool this weekend for @jamesbowerz_sw birthday. Love ya hun 💖
When you finally have a good makeup day! 🙌🏼😂
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Last week I did something really exciting with work. I was invited to a black tie event. I had such a fabulous time and it was an amazing opportunity!
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But when I first got the invite I was so anxious, despite being really grateful to be given the opportunity, my mind suddenly took me to a darker place. What will I wear? Do they even sell plus size black-tie frocks? I’d never been to a black tie event other than my own prom! And that was a traumatic enough experience, trying to find somewhere that catered for my size. .
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The problem was that my mind took me to that place almost instantly. Instead of revelling in the moment I felt anxious I’d have nothing to wear. After hours of trawling the internet and finding not a great deal I couldn’t help but feel defeated and insecure about my body. .
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The whole shopping experience just left me thinking about how the lack of choice ostracises people. The long and short of it is that it really makes people feel shit about themselves. Like me, there are people who are willing to depart with their hard earned cash, but the plus-size equivalent of a straight size dress just doesn’t exist. Designers don’t want to make plus size garments and that’s the truth. It just highlights how much still needs to be done for the fashion industry to be TRULY #inclusive .
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Eventually I did find this gorgeous @simplybeuk dress and I felt amazing in it. I was just able to enjoy my night and not once did I think about my size or being any different to anyone else. So hats off to you Simply Be 💕
