Last Updated on June 23, 2022 by Ellen Christian
I’m all about being real in photographs. When I post my photos here, I don’t touch them up. If I have a blemish, I do my best to cover it up before the photograph but I don’t Photoshop it out of my picture. If I happen to have a few more gray hairs showing today than last week, you’re going to see those too. I think fashion and beauty should be real and people should feel it’s attainable by everyone. There is nothing more damaging to a person’s self confidence and self esteem than to compare themselves to some one who has been Photoshopped or airbrushed. People aren’t perfect – even models.
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My Style: No Touch Ups Required – Aerie Real
Aerie Real is an initiative by American Eagle. Aerie Real is all about women naturally looking their best – no retouching, no Photoshop, etc. Aerie has vowed to not retouch models – when they take the picture of a model in the product, that is how the picture will be presented. They believe there is no such thing as a perfect beach body. Whether you are flat or curvy, the body you see on their site and in their ads, is untouched.
Check out some of the cute Aerie fashions that I found on their website.
Aerie Scoop Neck Burnout T-Shirt in True Black
Aerie Scoop Neck Burnout T-shirt Mint
Yes, I’m working on getting in better getting in better shape. Yes, I’m 47 and proud of it. I like shopping the Aerie site and knowing that the photos there are of real people with real bodies – bodies that aren’t perfect. It gives me the self confidence to put on a swimsuit this summer. It helps me feel more comfortable sharing photos of myself on this blog – knowing that there are real people out there that have less than perfect bodies too. I like knowing that when my daughter, or another young woman, shops on the Aerie website, she sees real people and not airbrushed photographs.
Make sure you visit the Aerie website and if you purchase something and share a photo of yourself wearing it on Instagram with the hashtag #AerieReal, you can be on their website too.
Ellen believes you can feel beautiful at any age and size. She shares healthy beauty and fashion information geared toward women over 40. She is a direct sales rep for several fashion and beauty businesses.
That’s a great campaign!
I thought Aerie was AE’s kids/teens division at first but I think I’m wrong on that.
There are clothes that teens could wear but plenty for adults too!
That mint green is a lovely color on you. I think this is a wonderful way to showcase their clothing. The wrong message is being given to young girls.
Thanks so much, Patty. They have some gorgeous clothes!
I recently read a bit about this initiative and think it is great; though their models would be gorgeous without any makeup and in the worst lighting, it is a step towards transparency I think the fashion industry is sorely lacking. I also have to say I own some American Eagle clothing and those pieces are softest clothes I own!
The tops I received are super soft. I love what they are doing. It’s a much healthier way of doing it.
I have not shopped at Aerie before. Their stuff looks very soft and comfortable. That grey top is totally me!
It really is, Jenn. I love their selection!
Bravo to Aerie! THat’s a great campaign. You sure look beautiful in their clothes. Great photos. Some of your best.
Thanks so much, Shelley!
The mint color looks so good on you!! I love the styles!
Thanks, Mel. I really love this color. Great for summer.
its hard to remember some times that real bodies aren’t perfect. Those outfits look really nice!
Thanks, Diane, and that is very true.
LOVE that Aerie is doing this! Photoshopping has really gotten out of hand.
Very true, Great! Real is better!
Photoshopping is out of hand, i would much rather see what is real, not artificial.
I totally agree, Susan!
There’s entirely too much air brushing and editing with the images we see in the fashion industry. Thanks for keeping it real with your photos!
Glad to, Joyce! It’s very important to me!
I had not heard of Aerie Real before now. But I love the look of their clothes so I’m off to check them out.
I love their styles. Hope you do as well!
Their clothing is pretty and looks very comfortable. I like your style!
Thanks so much! It really is comfortable!
You look so cute and comfy in all those outfits! I have never heard of Aerie before now, I will have to check them out. Awesome photo’s.
Thank you, Lisa. They are very comfy!
That is so good to know – I hate shopping at the store where everything is tailored to perfect bodies
Totally agree, Lena. I love what Aerie is doing.
You outfits are really cute! I love that Aerie is doing this!
Jill
dousedinpink.blogspot.com
Thank you so much, Jill!