Thinspo or Fatso

http://pinterest.com/search/?q=thinspo

Earlier on, I was on the phone to The Boy complaining about my weight, and discussing potential methods in order to feel healthier and toned. As I slumped into the armchair to tuck into my weekly read of Grazia magazine I just happened to come across an article discussing weight. This isn't any standard weight discussion though, this is Thinspo, the latest term used to highlight women's love and inspiration for that 'thin' look. 

Now I know some of you may think I'm coming across as hypocritical given my previous blogs have been related to appreciating your body no matter what; but as the summer loom's I've started to feel less then confident when it comes to looking and feeling good in skimpy clothes. Naturally, like most women at this time of year we start to get healthy, but this (even for me) is taking it too far. 

Pinterest is a website used for people to virtually 'pin up' idea's and inspirations, originally designed for weddings etc. This has now moved on to a bigger, more impressionable audience. The term used for most women is 'Thinspo' this is what I searched up on the site and found endless pages of skinny women, with comments such as 'Pretty','Perfection', 'Fashion' and 'Thin'. Everyone's perception on 'thin' is different, I don't doubt that; however, there's thin and then there's THIN. What does it take for someone to realise the difference I ask? Is ribs and pelvic bones jutting considered thin or a cry for help? Is 'Curvy' just merely fat to some people? With summer fashion approaching, the instant look I can think of is skinny thighs and tight tops. Not for me. This to some people is what it takes to look good. 

For anyone out there who is naturally skinny I don't condemn you, you should embrace this. If you've got curves why hide them? And if you've got love handles then don't limit yourself. The summer look isn't just about tight tops and non-existent clothing, its about looking and feeling free. So get yourself down to those stores and prove not only to yourself but to society that skinniness isn't a trend, it's an obsession that's slowly eating  away our confidence. 

Let them eat cake.