Wednesday, March 9, 2011

When it Comes to Fashion, Size Doesn't Matter

Shopping should be fun for all women, but sometimes it can be a downer.  Have you ever tried on a cute outfit and realized that you needed a size 2 or 3 times larger than what you normally wear?  It's not your fault.  Blame the fashion manufacturers. 

It doesn't make sense mathematically why a person can wear a size 2 in one store but needs a size 9 or 10 in another.  It sounds like I'm exaggerating, but you if you looked through my closet, I'm confident you can find an assortment of sizes--all of which actually fit me!  The only answer I can find to this conundrum is that each manufacturer uses their own sizing.  And there is no such thing as standard sizing for women's clothing. 

What does this mean?  This means you have to try clothes on.  Even if you know your measurements, you still need to try things on.  And if you have to buy a size 3 times larger than normal, who cares?  Fashion is not about how skinny you are or whether you can fit into the newest trend.  True fashion is about knowing what looks good on you and wearing what flatters you.  If you find something that fits like a glove, no one will notice your lumps or your bird legs.  If you have curves, find clothes that make them look sexy.  And if you're all skin and bones, find clothes that give you a shape. 

But stop worrying about what size you wear.  Start wearing what looks good.  And start loving how you look!

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