Everyday on social media there is talk about whether the word “plus-size” is appropriate, and everyday everyone has their own opinion and story; as if it is an AA meeting. Well, if this means anything, here is mine! Hi, my name is Rachel and I am a plus-size fashion addict. Frankly, being someone who is considered plus-size you would think I would surround myself around clothes that fit my body type. Wrong. Something that is surprising to many is that people within the fashion industry do NOT always surround themselves around products that serve them directly (which, personally, helps my bank account stay out of the negatives). I have worked at a clothing boutique for over a year now and, quite frankly, not many products fit me the way they were intended to look on a person. I also mentioned in my last blog post how I am actually supposed to be able to fit into these garments according to the sizing charts provided for a size Large: size 8-12. But here is the thing, just because the products don’t fit me doesn’t mean I don’t love them (which makes it all that more difficult for me to satisfy my addiction). Overtime, it has become easier to deal with the fact that not many items accomodate me in the fashion industry, but that doesn’t mean I love fashion any less. If anything, I have found new ways to style certain items so that it does end up fitting me. My styling skills have become advanced because of the realization I had of fititng the garment in different ways has actually helped me show customers see the versatality in garments and they become more drawn to getting the item. In the end, I am happy to be working in this industry despite not having as many options for clothing as others.
ready..set..FASHION! 