With the warmer weather out come to the body shamers, I mean seriously. In the warmer weather there is no way on this earth I am going to be all bundled up, I mean I’d overheat or internally combust. One of the two, whichever comes first. As someone who is plus size people automatically think oh you shouldn’t be wearing that, oh you can’t show that amount of skin, I mean seriously what is this absolute load of rubbish! The warmer weather can bring out the best and the worst in people and here is a massive reason why.
So at the weekend I had to go out, I mean I had a very unwell husband I basically needed supplies, and I wasn’t going to boil in the blazing sunshine. As I was walking around the fruit aisle as I wanted fruit you know I’ll eat whatever I want as long as it is vegan. Some bloke and lady who were shopping together turned around and said something about my weight basically saying oh I doubt she would ever eat fruit and I know it was about me because as I turned around because they were both pointing at me.
Like seriously, I wasn’t in anything that was revealing, I didn’t want to boil, I just wanted something that I was comfortable in and kept me cool. It was pretty much that simple. Anyway for someone to turn around and say that to me makes me feel bloody awful.
Was it really necessary?
Nope. No it wasn’t.
Being plus size I swear people seem to think that you’re unhealthy, it’s not the case. You should never ever automatically assume something about someone.
Not only that if you’ve got nothing nice to say don’t bloody say anything. I mean why would people think that kind of behaviour is okay? Ugh it is so frustrating.
Do you know what though, I felt super confident, I am learning to be comfortable in my skin, loving every inch of my body, including all the stretch marks. Damn it I’ve earned them I’m gonna rock them.
To be honest I’m not the kind of person that feels confident everyday but do you know what I’ll rock whatever I wear!
I’m not going to be one of those people that please others when it comes to my clothes, I’m going to be comfortable for me!
Wear what you want this summer, if you want to wear a crop top and shorts go for it, if you want to cover up do it, do what ever makes you feel comfortable and confident. But most important do it for you! Don’t feel like you have to wear something because of someone else!
It’s my body, my rules! I’m not going to feel pressured into doing something because someone else seems to think I shouldn’t be wearing what I am.
Ugh that was a slightly ranty post. Sorry. I know a lot of people experience body shamers, you’re not alone, you’re beautiful and you can wear whatever you want.
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I can’t believe someone would say something like that – so publicly as well. It’s disgusting and honestly, grow up. You look gorgeous in the photo in this post Amie!
Thank you so much angel, it means a lot! xxxxx
People can be so unpleasant sometimes. I’m sure you look amazing and, more importantly, you FELT good. So, try and forget those nasty people (it’s hard, I know…) because it says a lot about them that they’d make a comment like that. People should be allowed to wear whatever they want and not get judged for it.
Sorry to hear that you had such a crappy experience but we all think you’re lovely! 🙂
Ruth | http://www.ruthinrevolt.com
People can honestly be the worst but do you know what it is a small amount of people that just want to bring you down! Thank you for always being so supportive! xxxx
such a disgusting thing to say. You are gorgeous.
Thank you so much my darling it means the world! xxxx
I loved this post Aimee and I am so sorry you encountered such hideous human beings in the fruit aisle!
I’ve been thinking a lot about women, and bodies being on show, especially in summer and always trying to call out my own judgemental thoughts (I swear magazines have brainwashed us all over the years). As so often those judgements are about our own insecurities and so what if we wouldn’t wear what someone else is. That’s their body to dress how they want!
The pink dress is also stunning in the photo!
Stephie xx
http://www.acupofcreative.co.uk
I know what you mean, magazines honestly are the worst sometimes, everyone comes in different shapes and sizes and I think it is so important to feel represented in the media! xxxx
As long as you feel good, that’s literally all that matters. I’m slowly becoming more confident in my own skin and how I look in outfits! Great photos by the way.
Amy | hookedonthemusic.com
Thank you so much my lovely! I think it is a slow process to feel confident but I’m definitely getting there! xxxx
Amie,
You are beautiful, and your confidence makes that fact shine through even more. I’m struggling with these issues big time right now but reading your inspirational posts really helps!
Thank you so much my darling it honestly means a lot! xxxx
how rude of them to comment something like that. I honestly don’t get how people think they can do that or feel the need! you look bloody beaut!
Thank you so much angel! I think there’s always going to be people who try to bring you down, just got to rise above it! xxxxx
That’s so awful – everyone should wear whatever they want! x
http://www.ofbeautyandnothingness.co.uk
Exactly, people can be so cruel sometimes! xxxx
some people honestly need to keep their damn mouths shut! ive always been told that if you cannot say something nice dont say something at all! you are stunning!!
Exactly, but unfortunately people seem to think that it is okay to say whatever they want regardless of how someone feels! xxxx
I’m so sorry someone was so horrible to you lovely. What horrendous people! We have very similar body shapes and I wish I had your confidence. I’m the idiot in black leggings and long cardigans in the sun because of self-esteem!
Sincerely, Sarah xx
http://www.sincerelysarah.net
Thank you so much my angel, you should always wear what makes you happy, and not boil because of other people! You’re a beautiful person inside and out xxxx
Some people are just cruel because they have some much s**t in their lives that they make fun of others to make themselves feel better. Throw it over your shoulders hun! You’re a stunner 🙂 x
Thank you so much my lovely, it means the world! It is the world we live in, I’m just trying to do my thing! xxxx
People are terrible! I haven’t been feeling great about my body recently, and I really need to change my attitude.
You’re beautiful inside and out my lovely! xxxx
Girl, you look gorgeous and I love how Body positive you are! So inspiring to see and why the hell shouldn’t you dress as you like!
Can’t believe people can be so small minded and plain nasty like that!
http://littlemissmelanie.com
Thank you so much my darling! It means a lot! People can just be so bloody awful to others and there is no need for it! xxxx