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- "The journey to accepting yourself isn't going to be solved by getting rid of pieces of clothing... but it's a step."
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Always remember, ladies; though mens' sizes are based on actual measurements, womens' clothes are the wild west. At one point womens' clothing was actually regulated over brands. However, now, there is none of that. Brands, generally now, size their clothes based on who buys their clothes.
Try to seperate that number from you, yourself, if you can. Like she said, just think of it like a shoe size. Don't let the conceit of others, and of these brands take your self-love away from you. You deserve more than what that number makes you feel.
Its ridiculous. I was bridesmaids dress shopping in a regular clothing department, not a dress shop, with the bride, and she found a dress she liked and it was 3 sizes smaller than what I normally wear and I swore to her it would never fit, and it did. Clearly a vanity size b/c there was no way, and yet in other brands, I need two sizes up.
Mei is so brave, sharing her mental health struggles even though it's hard for her.
clothes are supposed to fit us, we’re not supposed to fit into clothes
That's excactly it!! :)
SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK!!!
as someone who has gained around 35-40 pounds in the past year, i resonate with this. it hurts knowing that a lot of my jeans and skirts and shirts dont fit anymore, but it's empowering to embrace what my body looks like today.
I always just want to hug Mei, she is so stunning and her journey has really touched my heart. Thank you for being so candid, you're changing lives
Tahirah putting on her prayer clothes to easily cover-up, just to film herself shopping at home, is some of the most relatable content I've ever seen on TH-cam as a hijabi (she's also so stunning and I'm so happy to see her in this video)
tehehe jilbabs are every hijabis bestfriend. tysm beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
The ladies both rocked this challenge. This year I started using the affirmation "my body is well, able, and beautiful." And for the first time bought myself crop tops and high waisted jeans even though my body has changed and I feel so cute in those fits!
LOVE this affirmation!
I think a white collared shirt would look very cute with the purple top.
exactly my thoughts!
Or maybe a different shade of purple.
I wouldve said a cream colored turtleneck
11:57 omfg tahirah that outfit is genuinely AMAZING, so good. so proud of both of you. i think 90% of my wardrobe doesnt fit anymore so this was helpful for me.
thank you so much my love!! 🥰
Queens!!! This takes a lot, and they are so brave! You rock!
As a person who has most of the eating disorders, I really do understand their feelings and the reason for every tear they shed.
You guys really don't know how much it's a blessing to live without having an eating disorder, without hating yourself and judging it harshly for eating one spoon more, without even depriving yourselves from water because it will change the number on the scale....
That's really bad, you're in deep. Drink lots of water, talk to a therapist, get help.
I love Mei. She is so strong and I appreciate how open she has been with her eating disorder. It has helped me so much with my own eating disorder and self esteem.
This video explains that confidence and happiness is actually Beauty, you queens are gorgeous inside and out ❤️👑
Tahirah’s “gothy” outfit with the hairclips was sooo gorgeous she looked so good!
As someone who has been struggling with my eating disorder for most of my life, it's really nice to see this being talked about more, especially about the struggles of recovery. I gained a lot of weight in the past year due to starting testosterone (I'm trans), and dealing with that has been really difficult and it definitely makes it more difficult to not relapse again. I'm slowly starting to accept that this is just where I need to be right now, and seeing Mei let go of the things that are connected to her past gives me hope for a future where maybe I can do the same. Thanks for this. 😊
I asked for more Tahirah and u gave me more Tahirah. So now i ask again!
Love her nyc energy and love to see a black hijabi represented
I am in complete awe of the vulnerability of these women. We are so fortunate to have people like this who are willing to share their stories. It lets us know that we're not alone, and I imagine it's cathartic for these ladies as well. I'm completely blown away by how candid they were willing to be. Thank you to you both!!
thank you so much angel 🤍
What a great way to frame it - clothing size doesn't need to mean anything different than a shoe size... something I'll need to keep telling myself!
Both of you are ICONIC. Thank you for so openly and honestly sharing your journeys with clothing and your bodies. Love to see it!
Ive started to do this this year too. Have been struggling with body dismorphia since forever really, and its just very encouraging to see that not only I have problems with clothing. Thank you so much for being so brave and putting this on youtube
Girrrrrlll Tahirah I love your style😍 Honestly, every time you showed your outfits I was stunned. You inspire me and so many others, keep doing you!!
Also kudos to you for talking about your eating disorder. I know that you must run into so much skinny shaming out there and that topics of inclusiveness might make you feel left out, so mad respect to you for choosing health despite all that crap. I pray that your healthiness will turn into happiness as well with time.
Mei just said everything I’m struggling with rn. My dad inflicted an ED on me and I got scary skinny. Then I started eating for my body and gained a lot. Doubled in pants size and it’s been awful feeling like I’m not myself anymore. Learning to love yourself takes so much work.
I have been really struggling with my body image lately and this video was what I needed. It made me feel so inspired and heard. I am the biggest I have ever been, although I am still "skinny." Everyone has different standards of what their body "should" look like, and it is important to hype everyone up no matter their size because ALL BODIES ARE BEAUTIFUL!
I am so here for this open dialogue. kudos to BOTH OF these beautiful amazing women on sharing their journeys with us
This video spoke to me on so many levels, and I wanted to share my biggest tips for others on their self-love journeys - learn to sew your own clothes. You don't have to be great at it; I don't wear half the things I've made because they're one gentle breeze away from falling apart. But learning to sew my own clothes has really helped me see them from a new perspective; it's really driven home the fact that clothes are meant to fit your body, not the other way around. When I shop for clothes, I purposely look for clothes that have enough room for me to alter to fit my body. As I gain sewing experience, I plan on spending more on sewing patterns than clothes - that way, I can make my clothes to fit each of my fluctuating sizes, and in all the fabrics I feel confident in. Thank you Mei & Tahirah for posting this video & being so candid about your journeys!
The world needs so much more of this. Vulnerability and authenticity are so beautiful. These women are so brave and wonderful ❤️ thank you all for sharing your stories!
I have dealt with the same kind of thing recently in life, & I love to know others do too and that it is possible but it’s still a journey ❤️💕
Oh my gosh its Tahirah! I am so proud of the women you have become! Keep rocking and being such a positive role model for plus size girls of color!💜💜💜
Mei is stunning ! So pretty I can’t
I love love love love both stories and the outfits they chose. Such beautiful, kind, radiant individuals. Thank you for sharing!!
i literally have no words that can express my emotions rn. all I can say is, thank you. thank you so much for this.
Love all the new looks! You both were so brave to share everything you did, and I’m so proud of both of you! Continued love and kindness on your journeys ❤️❤️
The green top with tiny straps was so my favorite
You're both much braver than me.
I've gained weight and bought new clothes but can't bare to get rid of the jeans that don't fit.
I'm such a hoarder...
I wished I had watched this vid earlier but this is so tremendously important! As someone who literally worked at UO and other fashion retailers, the whole idea of sizing is completely messed up. Just as Mei said, you could have the same exact pair of jeans in the same size and color and they could fit totally different! Even across the same brand, jeans in one cut could fit differently in the same size as a jean in a different cut. It's ridiculous! At the end of the day, your size does not define you - all that matters is your body is beautiful no matter what, and you should enjoy whatever clothes you put onto it!
I recently gained a small amount of weight after like 5+ years of being the same weight that was already "overweight" according to doctors and such.. I just feel so bad about myself because nothing happened to me that made me gain it. I've been lucky enough to not really have a drastic eating disorder or getting injured.. I just gained weight I don't even know what from and I feel disgusting.. especially trying on old shorts for summer and all of them being really tight🙁
Aging most likely.
@@LethalLemonLime I'm not sure thats it cuz im only 21
@@zanapetek408 oh sorry i assumed you were older. then it's probably you moving less than usual. it might not be noticable to you but it adds up
@@zanapetek408 It does have to do with ageing, The average person stops growing once they hit 21-22 years old. The energy your body took to pump out them growth hormones is no longer a thing or is at the very least slowing down. It is also the reason why we see mental disorders start to 'suddenly' appear in the 20 to 24 age range.
Working out will make you feel better
Kuddos for showcasing styling a hijab! So cool to see different cultures and how they werk it 🤙
I wasn't expecting to feel so emotional watching this video, about people I don't really know replacing their wardrobes, but the emotion is actually super heavy! Big shout out for being so vulnerable.
I am feeling with you Mei! SO proud of you! Love these videos and following y'all on your journeys! Stay Strong!
Loved all the new purchases! You were both looking so beautiful with your new looks. Tahirah, I do hope you also purchased that yellow dress, it will look amazing on you!
this is such a challenging thing to do, so much love and respect for you guys 💕
this makes me feel so good that now were going against the hate and being our self plus I love all of the outfits
Not even saying this because of the video, but wow. These women are so beautiful! They are both so powerful and strong. It takes a lot to get to the point to be able to talk about something so vulnerable in today’s society. You guys are seen and thanked for empowering many of us going through or that have gone the same thing. So personally, thank you so much for this. #girlboss
Tahirah looks stunning in that purple look!!
I know no one in the world is going to see this comment or care about this comment but I want to put my two cents in, this video resonates so much to my heart and soul. Today ironically I got a clothing item in the mail that literally I have not felt this happy in my body in a piece of clothing in I don't know how long. Between the joy of wearing this clothing item and the joy of watching this video and seeing other people who have similar struggles to me, just trying to live their life, in the body that they now have and I've been on a journey of trying to do that as well and this video is just so wholesome and speaks to me and I'm very happy and I love it and I hope that everyone anyone who reads this comment is happy to.
I remember crying when I looked at myself in the mirror when I was wearing dresses. Really makes you think what eating disorders do to people.
Gorgeous!! 😍The lilac top would look better with a white turtleneck underneath though to bring in some summer vibes❤️
I have n Ed n I’m pregnant Rn I’m struggling so bad but this helped so much 🥺🥺
Love the diversity. Representation matters so much more than most people can understand. Love this video.
Y'all gave me some confidence. I gained like 5 kgs and I weigh 60 kgs now and my dad told me that I was getting fat and he told me I needed to start gyming and that he wouldn't get any of the food I like anymore
LOVE this ladies. So brave of you all to share and honestly very inspiring 💕
Such amazing women and I love them so much ❤ takes so much strength to put yourself through this. Sending all my love to them both- both so beautiful 🥰
@7:40 Ahem, size 12 shoe here, sometimes 12W. I have definitely been made fun of and laughed at by others, even store employees, since at least 8th grade
Omg 😭 I LOVEEEEE THIS VIDEO!!!! Y’all look AMAZING I’m forever crying!!! 😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️☝️☝️☝️☝️💯💯💯💯💯
This is such a good video. My closet is stuffed full of clothes that I don't wear. My drawers are overflowing. I need to learn to part with things that no longer fit.
As someone who’s struggling with an ED but is in recovery, this was so helpful and great to watch!! :)
Rlly digging Tahirahs whole energy btw
This is literally such an inspiring video, what a soul Ute QUEENS! 👑🙌💗✨
I wanna hug Mei
The way Mei describes her clothes situation at 2:18 is all too real. Thank you guys for being vulnerable.
I felt this video in a whole new level. I have gained weight for the past couple of years and its irritating for people to remind you of how big or small you are getting. At the end its all about self acceptance. 😊
'Im going to lie to my mom and go to warped tour' ahhahahahaha
I have binge eating disorder as well. I’m 191lbs when I’m really supposed to be 135-140lbs. BED is usually formed when a traumatic event, stress, or poor self body image. It can cause you to hate yourself. I’m trying to get over the disorder, and I am trying to look for a rehab facility to help me get this monster out of me.
Tahira turning look after look!
Unfortunately we are judged by our feet too 😅 I’m thicc asf 5’7 and wear a size 10. I can not count on one hand how many ppl have been surprised or gave off judgy energy but I’ll thrive regardless 💁🏽♀️
I love love love this channel so much, it’s such a safe space
they are so inspiring 🥰 everything so cute and stunning indeed
You'll catch me in that green plaid dress.
thank you for making this video!
So inspiring. I am plus size and I have recently also given birth to my daughter; so, if before being pregnant I had issues with my body now that it went through a tremendous change, I got more insecure. I'll try to follow the example and get rid of the items that don't serve me anymore
i started recovery from anorexia january 2019.
i have been carrying around old favorite clothes that are now several sizes too small in the trunk of my car for two years, trying to gather the strength to donate them and stop secretly hoping that one day i will be "skinny enough" (unhealthy enough) to wear them again.
i will be donating and throwing them out this weekend. ALL OF THEM.
thank you.
Mei I'm proud of you and I love you ❤
thank you so much 🥺
Me having been judged for my shoe size too. 🤭🤭🤭
Needed this. Thx buzzfeed 🙏🏾
SHE LOOKS STUNNING IN THAT JILBAAB COME ON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I wanna hug Mei 🥺 WE LOVE YOU MEI!!!! 🥰
and i love YOU
The gals got style 😍💕
Okay, serious question. Are there like cooling undergarments or something to help modest dressing women in the summertime? I’m in Texas and I’m sweating thinking about it lol
Layering can actually help keep you cool, especially if you wear the right types of fabric so the fabric is breathable. I don't dress modest, but I do hike, and a lot of people who are active in the outdoors actually like to wear longer sleeves and pants to protect from the sun, instead of constantly having to apply sunscreen which you then sweat off again.
Uniqlo innerwears have excellent moisture wicking.
Use cotton dress
Watch if it's transparent if not only put a short and a dress then you'll not be sweating 😉 I'm an hijabi and yes it's hot sometime but choosing the fabric and color of your dress can help you feeling better and not to sweat
So much love to both of you
Thank you so much for sharing!!
A Tel-Feezy!!
thank you so much for sharing your journeys~!
I needed this
Right after my anorexia was starting to end I got Cushing syndrome and because I knew I dont have any control of my body anyomore, I now feel different about my body and am just trying to become healthy again.
My sister is almost 12 yo and I'm so scared for her to step on a scale. She thinks she will weigh exactly as how she was when she was 8 yo.
Thank y’all for sharing
I love how you style your hijab!
Mei is SO pretty she looks similar to Olivia Rodrigo ❤️
I would cutout the size, cause I get really fixated on it. So I would cut it off and not let it takeover my thoughts.
Yes, but can we talk about about how sizes are weird? I have different sizes in my closet. I can wear a 0 in some jeans. Sometimes I wear a three. My top sizes are all over the map. They all fit. I never know what size to order online. It messes with my mind.
Killin it 👏
Get a professional bra fitting, it will blow your mind. I used to wear a 38C, never fit right. I’m a 34F, so much more support!! It’s worth it!!
Mei would look so good with a wolf cut... no cap
Good job!!!!
Good video!!
Where I am from, I am definitely judged for my larger shoe size. They look at me as if I missed some all important memo on how as a girl I was supposed to have dainty fairy feet but here I am 😐
I wanna accept my size as my shoe size, but my jeans are the same size as my shoes and idk why it bothers me. I’ve never loved my body so it’s just hard. :/ I remember being in like kindergarten thinking “if I just had this part of me gone, I’d look like her”
The sad fact is guys still do judge me for my shoe size cause they think it is funny how small they are… they say they should be able to hold me up cause of how big I am…. Rude
Mei, you are beautiful!!!
Haven't gone shopping since the quarantine cause I gained weight and I was waiting till I'm skinny enough and I missed out on a lot.🤦🏻♀️