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Designer: Cinderella Divine (Ladivine - Amoris)

After an SS23 fashion month in which the runways noticeably regressed in terms of diversity, and amidst swirling and often toxic headlines about the return of super-thin as an aesthetic (Bye-bye booty: Heroin chic is back said the New York Post, subtle as sledgehammer), its not unreasonable to wonder if this bare-all trend inevitably alienates those lacking jutting hips and enviable abs

Look for elegant silhouettes like A-line, mermaid, or sheath

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In contrast, creative or themed events may allow for more adventurous attire, where unique colors, patterns, and even unconventional accessories can be embraced

"I wanted to be an independent woman, a woman who is in the driving seat, and who is in charge of her own life," she explained to NPR