BODY POSITIVITY: HOW TO FEEL GREAT THIS SUMMER

Look good and feel great, body confidence is everything!

Body Positivity is so important to us at Taking Shape. We want our customers to feel that their body, however their size, and whatever shape or transition they may be going through, that they can find the best pieces this season to feel good and find confidence in. ‌

SPOTLIGHT ON: FIONA FALKINER

Fiona is one of our favourite long standing models here at Taking Shape. We’ve followed her journey over the years and think of her as a true ambassador to Body Confidence. We talk about all things confidence, fashion and how her body has changed over the years and her new body after having her gorgeous little boy Hunter. ‌

What does Body Positivity mean to you? ‌

It means so many things to me, my body has been so many shapes and sizes. It's all about loving and embracing myself and loving me for me. Expressing who I am without worrying about the numbers. Self love is everything and it really is about knowing your body and feeling comfortable in it.‌
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Body Confidence is a huge priority for modelling. How does how you feel, impact the job?‌
Oh it's a huge impact, you do a much better job and shine through on camera if you know you look good, and feel good - you really can tell how I'm feeling from the photos. I love turning up to a set and knowing that the clothes are just going to fit and flatter me. It means that I instantly feel like I’ll do a really great job. There are sometimes jobs where you don't fit in clothes, or if they have to cut the back of the clothes to make it fit properly, you can always see the comfort level in the shot. themselves.‌

Obviously having a baby changes your body, how do you feel about your new body and summer coming?

Having Hunter, yes my body has changed a lot! I’m just wowed about what my body has done! I'm so proud of my body after having Hunter, it's just so amazing. I still have “Hunters Pouch”. I am loving and embracing it, and my body has changed shape, from hourglass and maybe a little more pear shaped now. We are real beach people, Hayley and I love going to the beach so nothings gonna stop me from wearing my bikinis, and enjoying my new summer body!‌
I’ve always normally worn a bikini, because of tan lines! As a model, I need to be conscious of the tan lines when I do shoots for swim or lingerie although after a baby, a full piece is far more practical sometimes.

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What are your favourite styles of swimmers and summer outfit? ‌

My go-to outfit is 100% a Linen dress, it's got to be light and floaty. I am just a bit obsessed with natural fibres, and just loving my new linen wardrobe. It's all about looking great and feeling comfortable.

Where has your body changed? Do you feel that you wear clothes differently? ‌

My boobs don't sit like they used to! They have changed quite a bit because I breastfed. So what I used to wear versus what I go for now, means I’ll choose a less low cut top and a bit more conservative, and at the moment it's just all about comfort more than anything. So things that are loose and comfy are the most important things for me. Nothing tight! No more body con dresses, its linen and lightweight fabrics all for me!‌ Ashley Graham is a big inspiration to me, I’ve followed her incredible story. She has her own swim range, and she's so impressive from a body confidence perspective but also from a business perspective, she inspires me to follow my big dreams! She’s done wonders for the body positivity movement and women learning to love themselves.‌

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Is there someone who you look up to/an inspiration who absolutely sells body confidence?‌

Ashley Graham is a big inspiration to me, I’ve followed her incredible story. She has her own swim range, and she's so impressive from a body confidence perspective but also from a business perspective, she inspires me to follow my big dreams! She’s done wonders for the body positivity movement and women learning to love themselves.‌

LOOK GOOD & FEEL GREAT

Become a part of the Body Positivity Movement by shopping from our range of shapes and sizes, designed to make you look and feel your best. Feel that self love this summer in light weight summer styles specifically for curvy bodies.‌