Episode 85: Your Wardrobe Should Match Who You Are Today (ft. Salifya Akers)

Your closet can be full and still feel like you have nothing to wear, especially when your body and your life have changed and your wardrobe never caught up. We sit down with personal stylist Salifya Akers to talk about plus size fashion with zero shame and a lot of clarity: dress for the woman you are today, not the version of you you’re trying to “get back” to.

Salifya breaks down why the size tag is basically unreliable across stores, why squeezing into a smaller size can actually make you look bigger, and how a great fit creates instant confidence. We also get into the mindset shift that helps most: style “rules” can be helpful tools, but they are not laws. From wide leg jeans and texture to layering tricks that make pieces work harder, she shares plus size styling tips that feel doable, not trendy for trend’s sake.

Then we go practical with what changes outfits the fastest: undergarments. We talk supportive bras, when shapewear helps, why “nothing looks right” can start with your foundation layers, and how a good tailor can turn a boxy piece into a favourite. You’ll also hear brand talk and shopping realities, from online returns to finding size-inclusive clothing that actually feels like you.

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Connect with Salifya:

Website: www.aheadofthecurvestyling.com
Instagram: @salifya.a

Learn more about Salifya’s styling services, get fashion inspiration, or connect with her to create a wardrobe that actually feels like YOU.