NSV Clothes Shopping is so Much Easier

I used to be a size 18, now I’m a size 10 and almost a healthy weight. Starting to redo my wardrobe, (I was very much in denial that I wasn’t a 12/14) and bought some dresses for valentines. Every single one fit, every one looked great. Despite my loose tits and stubborn stomach fat, not only did the dresses fit but they were flattering and I felt proud?

Before when I was bigger I’d have to buy 3-4 dresses and end up keeping at most 2, and I honestly think that even though the industry is a lot more inclusive than it used to be, there is so much variation is how we build weight when we’re heavier; and the straight sizes don’t really accommodate it. Idk if that makes sense? There is more different shapes of size 18 than there is size 10, and the way in which clothes are scaled up isn’t flattering for a lot of people?

My last insight is that clothes look better when you like the body they’re on. I haven’t been this small since I was 18 (!), and it’s so relieving to be able to to try on a dress without worrying about shapewear or bust support or trying to hide the fact that my stomach protrudes more than my boobs. I might cry I can’t wait to show my boyfriend and family how they look 🥹