Extreme Makeovers

A very personal issue that I have struggled with practically my entire life is weight loss. Of course, it's something that puts a damper in my fashion dreams because I do believe that there were certain opportunities I have not been considered for or overlooked on because of my weight. I have tried yo-yo dieting and that never works. But I recently decided to make a 'lifestyle change' and that has honestly been the best decision I have ever made. In 30 days, I have lost 17 lbs so far. I will not tell my starting weight or current weight until I reach the goal that I am aiming for. For the first time in my life, I see that the goal is achievable. It is a very hard, and slow process, but it is worth it in the end and I cannot wait until I reach the final results. A full blown Saks, Bloomie's, and H&M shopping spree will be in full effect! LoLz!

Anyway, two celebrity inspirations I have are Kelly Osbourne and Jennifer Hudson. These two ladies both went from double digit sizes to single digits. It was all thanks to intense workouts, eating right, and motivation from family and friends.

Kelly Osbourne once weighed 160 lbs at just 5'2'', but has lost 42 lbs, making her a gorgeous size 6 now. She looks absolutely beautiful. I also love how she changed her whole rocker style to a more rocker chic look. Kelly is also a very curvy girl, but with her extra pounds and old style, we could not see it. Now, she looks better than ever and her body is hot!

Jennifer Hudson looks amazing in her new size 6 frame. Jennifer dropped 10 dress sizes with the help of Jenny Craig. Because Jennifer is already a voluptuous woman, her curves are still there, just highlighted even more on her smaller frame. Jennifer is my ultimate inspiration because she loved her body before but improved it for her own happiness, which is the same way I look at weight loss.

I look forward to continuing this new chapter of my life, making a change that will not only make me feel great, but keep me healthy and energetic. In just a month, I feel better, less tired, and ready for the world. A lot of young women are embarrassed talking about their weight, and trust, I was definitely apart of that club, but I have since opened up about it because I know that I am not alone, and I want those in my life to help support and motivate me during this time. Weight loss is very difficult, and sometimes when we don't see results immediately, we get discouraged and give up, but I have learned that even thru the slow process, I am starting to enjoy myself more and look forward to my future...and the clothes I will get to wear soon! The worst part has been that I have such an intense love for fashion, but have been unable to wear most of the things I love because they don't come in plus sizes, or if they do, they wouldn't look good on a heavier body. I dress all of my friends who are smaller in the clothes I desire to wear, and it sometimes sucks because I know that the clothing would look amazing on me, but it's just not made for me. I look forward to going shopping with my friends in the same stores, or on the same floors. Wish me luck on this journey! I will be regularly putting my ventures, struggles, and successes with weight loss on the blog! Toodles!