Fashion is NOT the Problem—It’s the Mindset
- Braisha Owens
- May 28, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 19
Hey y’all, did you know that 85% of women don’t think they’re attractive—even with fashion on their side? Yeah. I read this survey from a fashion brand, and honestly? It blew my mind. Like, women out here really thinking they’re ugly? I need a minute.
Now, we all know fashion can be that girl—it’s supposed to boost our confidence, make us feel like we own the room. But apparently, even when women are out here killing it, dripped in their finest, they still don’t feel attractive. So… what’s really going on?
The Real Issue: Society, Standards & Self-Talk
First of all, let’s talk about society and these fake beauty standards that have been shoved down our throats since forever. The media stays telling us what we should look like, like we don’t have our own style, our own vibe. (Like, ma’am, you don’t even know me!) Then on top of that, we’re out here playing ourselves—picking apart every little “flaw” like it’s a full-time job. It’s a vicious cycle, and honestly, we gotta retire from it.
Enter: Fashion Wellness
Here’s the good news—this same survey found that women who practice fashion wellness (aka using fashion to feel good, not just look good) are way more likely to feel attractive. And that’s the key. It’s not just about throwing on a cute fit—it’s about how you feel before you even get dressed. When you prioritize comfort, self-expression, and confidence over chasing some unrealistic beauty standard, you start wearing fashion instead of letting it wear you.
So, What’s the Move?
We’re taking the power back. Fashion should be fun, freeing, and yours. You don’t need permission to feel good. You don’t need validation from trends, magazines, or social media. You just need to own your style, embrace what makes you you, and stop letting outdated beauty standards define your worth.
So let’s flip the script. Let’s wear what makes us feel powerful, comfortable, and authentic. Because at the end of the day, confidence is the best thing you can put on—and that? That never goes out of style.
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