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Unpacking fashion, body positivity with content creator Oyama Botha

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It’s no longer the ’80s or the ’90s, where the beauty standards are measured by how slim your body is.

It’s been a long time coming but plus-size girls finally have a seat at the table. Although some people have not entirely caught on because fatphobia is still a thing, plus-size girls are embracing their bodies to the max.

Over the past few years, there has been a positive shift in the fashion industry towards greater inclusivity, including the use of plus-size models.

Fashion and travel content creator and body positivity advocate, Oyama Botha, said: “Several

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