by Molly Whyte
I would not wear the dress
Because the gentle curve of my stomach
Seemed aggressive
Soft hips lit harshly
Legs not built for marching
Arms encased in sleeves
Always slightly too tight.
(Why, Zara?)
The next one was better
Skimmed over the right places
Or are those the wrong ones now?
Body trends are bewildering.
On days like this
I get tired from getting dressed.
Molly Whyte | @molly_whyte | mollywhyte.com
Dear Damsels publishes empowering collections of fiction, non-fiction and poetry by women writers.
Through eleven triumphant and relatable short stories, Tutku Barbaros explores the magic that comes from truly knowing ourselves. Read More
This special bundle of five books celebrates Dear Damsels' empowering list of collections of fiction, non-fiction and poetry, bringing together the diverse range of voices and experiences of the women writers we publish. Read More
If you love books, the chances are, you love a… Read More
If you love books, the chances are, you love a tote! Treat yourself or a friend to a book and bag bundle. Read More
Fifteen women writers explore what happens when we give ourselves the space to create, as a reminder that it doesn’t matter who is reading – so long as you write. Read More
A transporting, original collection by Nadia Henderson, examining the lines between nature and the human world. Read More
Words are empowering – not only for the women who write them, but those who read them too.
Join our Patreon and help us continue to offer an inclusive and welcoming space for women to come together, share their words, and get a resounding response back.
