Alicia Tenise

D.C. Fashion, Travel and Lifestyle Blogger

Why I’m Skipping NYFW This Season

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For the first time for five seasons: I will not be attending NYFW this year.

I’m not gonna lie. It feels bizarre, and I’m starting to get a bit of FOMO seeing some of these show/event invites roll in. But you know what? I needed a break, for several reasons. Here’s why I’m skipping New York Fashion Week this season (and how I hustled in NYC last week!)
 
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Body Positivity: I’ve Gained 25 Lbs in the Last Year (And It’s Not The End of the World)

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As I write this, I’m on my way to model in a shoot for a major brand. And I am currently the heaviest that I’ve ever weighed in my entire life.

I’m going to be real with you: I’m very aware that I still look pretty average. I’m a bit on the taller side, so a 25-pound weight gain is less visible on me than it is for someone who’s more petite. But man. It hasn’t felt that great to get on a scale as of late, and it’s also not a good feeling when 75% of your wardrobe no longer fits. 
 
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A Casual Valentine’s Day Outfit Idea

Casual Valentine's Day Outfit featured by top US fashion blogger Alicia Tenise; Image of woman wearing C/MEO Collective sweater, Madewell jeans, Zac Zac Posen bag, Kendra Scott earrings and Charlotte Tilbury 'The Queen' lipstick.

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