Beautiful Film Week - Day 7
Transamerica was one of those movies that became more important to me the more I watched it. I have struggled with my weight and issues of body image for as long as I can remember. But instead of camouflaging my body, I've decided to use what I wear as an expression of my creativity. We're all on a journey and it can be a colorful one.




Comments (17)
That is a great attitude and you look great in those colours :)
I haven't seen Transamerica - I'll look out for it.
Posted by EnnaVic | January 21, 2008 2:42 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 02:42
ooooh! especially those pants! did you make or acquire?
Posted by robiewankenobie | January 21, 2008 4:34 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 04:34
Oh man, I can't tell you how much I love this outfit! I feel like I totally can't rock the colorful layers/scarfy look, but it looks amazing on you!
Posted by Bertha | January 21, 2008 6:46 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 06:46
You always look so fabulous and you inspire me (I'm a similar size) through your wardrobe remix on flickr over and over again. You are genuinely one of my top ten style icons!
Posted by sarah | January 21, 2008 6:57 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 06:57
very cute! I have those same issues and keep saving my "good" fabric for when I am skinnier and can look cuter in the clothes. Working on that.
Posted by Pasha Plum | January 21, 2008 8:40 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 08:40
I love your outfits. Every time you post a picture of yourself, I always take the time to look at everything you're wearing. Your sweaters are awesome. :) I didn't realize you had body issues because you seem so confident. You are an inspiration. :)
Posted by futuregirl | January 21, 2008 9:38 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 09:38
fan-freakin-tastic! thanks for being exactly who you are....
Posted by stephanie s | January 21, 2008 9:49 AM
Posted on January 21, 2008 09:49
Right on.
Posted by shula | January 21, 2008 3:51 PM
Posted on January 21, 2008 15:51
I love that Miss Sonya! And, may I say, I loooove your style! Your colors, the textiles!! I am so inspired to relook at my black wardrobe!! xoox
Posted by A Fanciful Twist | January 21, 2008 10:57 PM
Posted on January 21, 2008 22:57
you go girl!
Posted by hpnyknits | January 22, 2008 8:57 AM
Posted on January 22, 2008 08:57
you are a beautiful person. believe in who you are. be who the person you are. live happily!
Hugs!
Posted by Jess | January 23, 2008 7:26 AM
Posted on January 23, 2008 07:26
I've not watched this movie, but will have to check it out.
Too right, Sonya. We are on a journey and we don't know how long it is. I applaud you for expressing your creativity in wearing what makes you happy. I have to take notes from you on that. I think you're as beautiful and vibrant as the colours you choose.
Posted by Katherine | January 23, 2008 1:00 PM
Posted on January 23, 2008 13:00
Absolutely! I love the colour combinations in that photo, by the way. And I didn't know you had a wardrobe remix on flickr - I'm going to go look now!
Posted by jesse | January 24, 2008 4:03 AM
Posted on January 24, 2008 04:03
It wasn't until I read all of these comments that I knew you participated in Wardrobe Remix (I have forbidden myself to enter into the world of Flickr lest my entire life be spent in front of the computer - at least I get out of the house to go to work now). This photo of you is simply smashing! You rock those colors and layers.
It took me three long decades to finally get to the point where I wear pieces of clothing that are fun and bold as opposed to using clothing to simply hide my body. While I think I'll always battle with body image issues, I hope that the older I get, the more comfortable I'll be in my own skin. Cheers to you in yours!
Posted by sulu-design | January 24, 2008 8:28 PM
Posted on January 24, 2008 20:28
What a cool outfit!!! I love it. A good color combo too. I think the whole body image thing sucks. I wish I could just remove those pesky doubts and worries to just leave the rest to be happy.
Posted by Mea | January 30, 2008 5:37 AM
Posted on January 30, 2008 05:37
Hi, you cool american girl! You look great and warm and friendly. A most importantly, you look like you - not like somebody trying to look like somebody else. I love you blog - though I just found it. I'll be back, since I see we have love of creativity and need of expression in common. Have a great weekend (eventually)! /Anna
Posted by Anna from Sweden | February 1, 2008 12:21 AM
Posted on February 1, 2008 00:21
beautiful lady, beautiful soul. i love that you are not afraid to wear color.
Posted by Jen b | February 4, 2008 11:09 PM
Posted on February 4, 2008 23:09