Nope, That's Not Normal F*ck “Flattering:” Ditch Outdated Fashon Rules to Feel Good in Your Clothes
In this episode, Jessica and Dacy explore the complexities of body image, self-acceptance, and how all of that intersects with personal style. They discuss the impact of societal beauty standards, the journey towards body neutrality, and practical tips for dressing in a way that feels authentic and comfortable.
Their conversation emphasizes the importance of buying clothes that fit, embracing individuality, and the mental and emotional work involved in shifting perspectives on body image and fashion so you can truly say “f*ck flattering!” and dress for you!
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Meet Our Guest, Dacy
As a weight inclusive, anti-diet personal stylist, Dacy Gillespie helps her clients reject fashion rules and ideal standards of beauty imposed by the patriarchy, white supremacism, and capitalism so that they can uncover their authentic style.
Through their work building a functional wardrobe, Dacy’s clients make a mindset shift from thinking they need to wear what’s flattering to unapologetically taking up space in the world. After a lifetime of jobs in high-stress careers that didn’t suit her highly-sensitive, introverted personality, Dacy started mindful closet in 2013 in an attempt to create a more emotionally sustainable lifestyle.
Her work has been featured in Forbes, Real Simple, New York Magazine’s The Strategist, and Lifehacker, and she is a frequent podcast guest. Dacy lives with her husband and two children in St. Louis, Missouri.
Watch The Conversation: How to Ditch Outdated Style Rules to Feel Good in Your Clothes
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