In this episode, Jessica and Jeanette, chat about the complexities of body image, fashion, and self-acceptance. Jeannette shares her personal journey, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of navigating body positivity in a society that often imposes unrealistic standards. They explore the importance of dressing for yourself, breaking fashion norms, and the therapeutic aspects of fashion. The conversation also touches on the need for more accessible fashion options for all body types and the significance of community in fostering self-love and acceptance including Jeanette’s list of plus-size brands creating the best option right now!

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Meet Our Guest, Jeanette

Jeannette is a local creative, mover & shaker, community organizer, and advocate on building up community, and sharing the richness and diversity of the arts in our local communities. Jeannette is a co-founder of Fat Babes club of Columbus, (a social group that hosts body positive and body neutrality events, She is also a social media collaborator and host Of Opera-isms Podcast at Opera Columbus. In 2023 Jeannette was nominated and awarded Influencer of the year by The Columbus Fashion Council and serves on the board of directors for 934 Gallery.

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