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Friday, July 10, 2009 12:00 AM

A slap in the face to fat girls

Beth Ditto may be a hip plus-size icon, but her new clothing line feels like an insulting throwback to a 1985 Kmart

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  • Friday, July 10, 2009 01:38 PM

    They are hideous for sure.

    But also very much in line with Ms. Ditto's personal style.

    Fashion trends tend to by cyclical so while appalled (rhinestone kitty Eyes!!!)

    I am not surprised the trends of the 80's have reared their ugly heads (complete with flock of seagulls hair do).

    This too shall pass.

    On another note.

    Unsolicited advise (take it as you will) from a formerly unnaturally heavy woman:

    Eat more dark greens, lay the processed foods and read meat to the side, make conscious choices every day to do right by your body and mind.

    Set realistic goals for yourself in regards to your "ideal" weight and how long it will take you, and get healthy.

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