Is it normal to be nervous of looking good?

The greatest prison we put ourselves in, is when we care what other people think. Every time you want to do something nice for yourself or for someone else but feel like, nah, others will think I'm showing off, recognise the thought immediately and tell yourself that you are in control of your own life and no one can judge you.

It's totally normal, I feel self conscious all the time, but I also check myself and ask myself the reasons as to why I'm not doing something I want to do. And if the answer is silly, like me feeling embarassed for absolutely no logical reason, I make sure I do it to squash those ridiculous ideas conjured by my low self esteem.

And to be honest, when my colleagues dress up for the first time, and I see them looking so good, it inspires me to want to look better as well. If anyone stares at you, it's because they haven't seen that super gorgeous side to you before and they want to see more! And if someone does comment, either they are just teasing or jealous, either of which you can be proud ;)

A few years ago I was fat, wore baggy masculine clothes, pigtails, and didn't really put any effort into my appearance. When I dropped the weight, I wanted to wear feminine clothes that fit me. I came into work with my hair loose, a khaki skirt and a boatneck tee and nobody believed that was me and they wouldn't stop yapping about it(it was embarrassing). Some was positive, some wasn't. They eventually got used to it and stopped yapping. People are going to talk, it's unavoidable. I'm happy with my changes. Show off your new look and don't worry about what they'll say.
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I understand what you're saying about feeling uncomfortable with people seeing a sudden drastic change. I think you should make those changes in whatever way you'll feel comfortable with, and here are two things you can do that might help you out:

1. Start experimenting with one thing at a time, e.g. use the hair straightener one day, the hat the next and then both together; transition gradually, especially because it seems you're still looking for/ figuring out what you want your style to be.

2. Do the whole shebang on your time off, at home, and figure out if you do or don't feel comfortable in your choice of clothes, accessories, hair, makeup. Wear it for the day instead of just trying it on quickly and judging yourself.

Ultimately: Do you! Unapologetically.

Completely normal. Most people in their 20s go through significant changes. Some are almost completely different people by the time they hit 26-28. Go for it, you’ll be beautiful whichever way you choose.

I can kinda relate, because within the past year I have wanted to discourage attention from a lot of people.

Its normal.

Don’t worry about what people think! If it makes you feel good, that’s all that matters!