Since we’re talking confidence this week, I thought today might be a good time to talk about how our appearance impacts our confidence (and vice versa). I’ve wanted to weave some more fashion into Quest for Thinner Peace, not only because I love it, but because I think it’s such a frustrating topic for women not at their ideal weight, wearing plus sizes, or in that in between period of losing weight, and it has potential to be such a fun rather than frustrating topic!
I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve refused to buy clothes because I didn’t want to “waste” money on a size that I didn’t want to be in for long. I know logically it makes no sense because my closet is empty and none of my clothes fit anymore, but that doesn’t matter. I know I’m not alone in this.
How many times have I left a store practically in tears and empty-handed? I stand in the plus size department and wonder what idiot man designed all the plus size clothing with stripes and crazy colors/patterns that make it look more like circus tents then dresses. Or why when the majority of America is wearing sizes in the double digits that section of the store only has four racks (all of the previously mentioned circus tents). I then end up leaving the mall with a ridiculous amount of makeup and handbags that I don’t need because they fit and I’m in a funk. Who’s with me here?
Stop and ask yourself – how can you feel good when your clothes don’t fit, they don’t flatter, and you didn’t even like them on the hanger, let alone your body and they’re squeezing the crap out of your stomach? YOU CAN’T!
Well, I’ve decided that it doesn’t have to be that way, because quite frankly, I can’t take it anymore! I’ve got some big ideas in the works now that I’m hoping I can make happen for you, but even if the big ideas don’t align, there will be plenty of body love inducing, self-confidence boosting style tips coming your way. I don’t claim to have this all figured out, but I can tell you from personal experience when the fashion planets align with my budget and body and I’ve found the perfect outfit, my confidence goes from a 2 to a 10 like that! We DESERVE to feel that way everyday. Don’t forget that.
I’d love to hear your opinion on this too. What are your fashion struggles, thoughts and questions? What would you like to see more of style wise?
I totally get you on this topic! You spoke the words right from my mouth. I refuse to buy a size I don’t want to be in…and I love purses!
They always fit just right. 
I am on the way to a personal goal of mine-being more fit and healthy. It’s a slow start, but I realized I was getting carried away. I found an app called My Fitness Pal that helps me set a goal and keeps track of food and exercise and guides me on my daily calorie intake. It even keeps me motivated by showing my end result should I stay on track. It’s been helpful! Maybe I will finally reach that goal.
I have a love/hate relationship with My Fitness Pal. Love it on the days I do well, but when I have an off day and I get that end result, I just want to throw my phone!
I agree… clothes shopping = depression.
It’s very frustrating to shop in the plus size section. Therefore I stopped getting depressed and hit the gym. It was really a boost to see myself fit in a smaller size after just 2 months of workouts.
That’s fabulous! Anytime you can use your frustration as a motivation it’s a good thing.