As women, we are constantly told to “stay true to ourselves,” to “be authentic,” and to embrace who we are.
Yet, there’s an unspoken expectation that we should also remain frozen in time. Our appearance, our values, our relationships, and even our careers should fit some idealized version of youth and perfection. But what if we could release the pressure to stay the same, to evolve gracefully in every aspect of life, and to embrace change rather than fear it?
The Women Who Raised Me
As a young girl, I grew up watching my mom, my aunts, and my grandmother juggle housework and jobs—devoting their lives to their kids, husbands, and families. Then somewhere around 50, the kids got married, they retired, and many of them faded into the background of everyone else’s lives. Some became full-time babysitters for their grandkids. Others quietly surrendered their femininity, dreams, and passion for the future.
In the Western world, we are inundated with phrases like “Time is money” and “The early bird catches the worm.” These sayings give off the impression of an endless fast paced cultural environment of “grinding” and if you wait too long opportunities can pass you by.
Fashion is one of the most powerful forms of self-expression. The way we dress tells a story about where we’ve been, who we are, and who we are becoming. But here’s the truth: that story doesn’t stay the same forever.
Sexy is not about youth, smooth skin, or tight dresses. Sexy is about confidence, wholeness, and living fully in the skin you’re in – no matter your age. We’ve all done it: flipped through old pictures, stared at the glow of your skin, the carefree energy that seemed to radiate from us back then. For a moment, we think: “Was that the last time I was sexy?”
