Leave it to Dawn and Elizabeth to suggest a sweater for Candace that is the same kind formless, shapeless clothing they wear, that covers her body down to her wrists and up to her neck. If they took a look at Candace they would see that she favours tight clothing that shows off her figure. Not only is Candace not too fat to fit in that sweater, but they could probably fit two Candaces in that sweater.
It might be just an excuse because she can’t afford that outfit, but I agree that possibly in only her mind she maybe does think herself as being fat, though obviously she is not.
Teen girls have the worst perceptions of their bodies and tend to admire Hollywood actresses, singers, and social influencers for their bodies and how they dress. They have yet to realize that each woman is different and unique. It will take Candace years to realize it. I teach high school and I see this all the time. Some of them go overboard with the make up and hair color. They flaunt in their violations of dress codes and go braless, wear low cut tops, Daisy shorts, etc. Guess what? My time, that would excite the boys. Nowadays, they don’t even look. After all, it is everywhere. In movies, magazines, in their own homes (some mothers do that too), The boys in my classes were born into that world and that is normal to them. It has been a reality check for me. I wonder what the future looks like for my 2-year-old granddaughter.
Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… And now here we get to see the beginnings of the revelations of how terrible Candace’s home life is…
The ribbing on this sweater is designed to make it form-fitting. Back in the days of my youth the phrase “sweater girl” referred to a buxom young woman in a tight-fitting sweater. This sequence is clearly about anorexia.
The whole obsession with size and shape has gotten out of hand. Get and stay healthy. Size 0 is not anything to aspire to unless it comes naturally. See your doctor if you have questions regarding your weight.
howtheduck about 3 years ago
Leave it to Dawn and Elizabeth to suggest a sweater for Candace that is the same kind formless, shapeless clothing they wear, that covers her body down to her wrists and up to her neck. If they took a look at Candace they would see that she favours tight clothing that shows off her figure. Not only is Candace not too fat to fit in that sweater, but they could probably fit two Candaces in that sweater.
Argythree about 3 years ago
Is this going to be a story about an eating disorder?
Templo S.U.D. about 3 years ago
If you say you’re too fat, Candace, then go on a diet (one that doesn’t involve starving yourself).
charliefarmrhere about 3 years ago
It might be just an excuse because she can’t afford that outfit, but I agree that possibly in only her mind she maybe does think herself as being fat, though obviously she is not.
capricorn9th about 3 years ago
Teen girls have the worst perceptions of their bodies and tend to admire Hollywood actresses, singers, and social influencers for their bodies and how they dress. They have yet to realize that each woman is different and unique. It will take Candace years to realize it. I teach high school and I see this all the time. Some of them go overboard with the make up and hair color. They flaunt in their violations of dress codes and go braless, wear low cut tops, Daisy shorts, etc. Guess what? My time, that would excite the boys. Nowadays, they don’t even look. After all, it is everywhere. In movies, magazines, in their own homes (some mothers do that too), The boys in my classes were born into that world and that is normal to them. It has been a reality check for me. I wonder what the future looks like for my 2-year-old granddaughter.
Black76Manta about 3 years ago
That’s not true, I think her friends should talk to her about it, because even they look surprised!
stillfickled Premium Member about 3 years ago
Uh oh, is she dyslexic?
Asharah about 3 years ago
Candace, if your fat, I’m Mama Cass
Tantor about 3 years ago
it’s true
Caldonia about 3 years ago
Hate to see when a teen feels that way. But, mostly the problem is that even if the mannequin is on a platform it’s 7 or 8 feet tall.
dcdete. about 3 years ago
I wonder what they meant in Canada by the style and color being 18 excellent? It can’t be the size, since that looks too small to be size 18.
GirlGeek Premium Member about 3 years ago
These girls do not understand Candace at all
Johnnyrico about 3 years ago
Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… Spoiler alert… And now here we get to see the beginnings of the revelations of how terrible Candace’s home life is…
VegaAlopex about 3 years ago
Too fat? Are we moving into anorexia?
VegaAlopex about 3 years ago
Too fat? Are we moving toward anorexia?
djtenltd about 3 years ago
It’s always funny to me how females can be thin as a toothpick and still think they’re fat!
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member about 3 years ago
Body image is a thing. Sorry about that.
Jaymi Cee Premium Member about 3 years ago
She literally had the same body as the mannequin.
kathleenhicks62 about 3 years ago
Bad thinking.
Cincoflex about 3 years ago
So is this going to lead to a secret revelation that she’s bulimic?
nmb41 about 3 years ago
It starts young. I often think we are told we aren’t “good enough” (be it weight, looks, school,etc) so we will accept less than what we deserve.
verticallychallenged Premium Member about 3 years ago
I wish I was as “fat” now as I thought I was when I was their age. SIGH.
raybarb44 about 3 years ago
Bad form and a problem at the same time….
paranormal about 3 years ago
Oh good grief! Just buy it in the right size. Besides if you don’t buy it, Elizabeth won’t be able to borrow it from you…
this is summerdog about 3 years ago
Here we go, another “Lesson from Lynn” arc. I can tell I am not going to enjoy it.
paul brians about 3 years ago
The ribbing on this sweater is designed to make it form-fitting. Back in the days of my youth the phrase “sweater girl” referred to a buxom young woman in a tight-fitting sweater. This sequence is clearly about anorexia.
Teto85 Premium Member about 3 years ago
The whole obsession with size and shape has gotten out of hand. Get and stay healthy. Size 0 is not anything to aspire to unless it comes naturally. See your doctor if you have questions regarding your weight.
phoenixnyc about 3 years ago
Oh, okay, NOW I remember Candace……
asrialfeeple about 3 years ago
I beg to differ, Young lady.
wsedrel Premium Member about 3 years ago
Could Candace be anorexic? I don’t remember, but Liz & Dawn could end up being life saving friends. Always loved this strip!