Hey there, friends, family, and everyone who understands the struggle of uncomfortable clothing: I’ve decided to ditch shape wear for good. Sounds drastic? Maybe, but I’m over it. The days of trying to suck it all in are behind me. Coming home from a night out with marks on my skin that rival my stretch marks from having a baby? No more! If you can’t accept my body as it is, that’s your problem.
Let me be real for a moment. I’ve been using shape wear to conceal my body since high school. I remember my first trip to Target, sneaking in to buy a girdle, the kind that would’ve made my grandma proud. I’ve struggled with my body image for so long, but it’s time to ask: what am I even hiding from?
Honestly, when I’m out for dinner with my husband, does anyone even notice me? Nope. Am I trying to impress anyone? Absolutely not! I’m over worrying about what others think of my body. I have way more important things to focus on than whether my stomach appears flat. Who really cares about my body? Spoiler alert: no one!
Do I believe shape wear has its place? Sure. It was a confidence booster during postpartum days and helped when I wanted to fit into tight clothing. But the last time I wore Spanx, I felt so uncomfortable that I thought I might lose my lunch. Did I take them off in the restroom and stash them in my purse? You bet!
Why do we put ourselves through this? Why do we fall for society’s unrealistic beauty standards? Stop it, seriously! You can look fabulous in leggings, jeans, or a dress without that constricting spandex. You can rock regular underwear—or even go commando if that’s your style! Just be comfortable. Don’t change yourself for superficial standards.
And for heaven’s sake, don’t alter your appearance just to please someone else. If they’re shallow enough to dictate your beauty, you deserve better. You’re worth more than a comment like, “You look better in Spanx.” No thanks!
I’m not the same person I was in high school, and my body has changed significantly since having a baby. My husband still finds me attractive because I’m the mother of his children, and that’s what truly matters. He cares far more about our time together than whether I’m wearing shape wear. That’s real love!
Plus, I have a daughter to think about. She’s only five, but she’s impressionable. She sees my body in its natural state, and I want her to grow up loving and respecting her body too.
In the ’60s, women burned bras; in the 2020s, I’m ready to say goodbye to all those expensive shape-wear pieces. Maybe I won’t set them ablaze, considering I live in the suburbs and don’t want to cause a scene. Instead, I’ll ceremoniously bury them in the backyard. Right now, they’re as good as dead to me.
So next time you see me at Target with my belly peeking over my waistband, know that I’m feeling fabulous and free. I won’t be heading to the lingerie section unless I’m grabbing some comfy Hanes underwear—preferably in a size up from what I used to wear. Life’s too short to let shape wear squeeze the fun out of life. Enjoy dessert on your next date night—you deserve it!
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In summary, I’m giving up shape wear for good because life is too short to feel uncomfortable. Embrace your body as it is, and focus on what truly matters in life!
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