Reclaiming Confidence: Dressing for the Body you Have Today with Ariana Carps

In this episode of the Going the Distance, host Jill Beck speaks with Ariana Carps, a second-generation owner of a Rear Ends, a Detroit-area women's clothing boutique, about fashion, body positivity, and dressing for different body types, especially for women over 40. They discuss the importance of honest customer service in fashion, the challenges of finding the right fit, and how to embrace body changes that come with age. Ariana shares practical tips for dressing comfortably during hot flashes and adapting work attire in a post-COVID world, emphasizing that fashion is for everyone, regardless of age or body type. In this engaging conversation, Ariana and Jill explore essential fashion tips for women, focusing on key wardrobe pieces, the importance of accessories, and brands that cater to real women's needs. They discuss practical advice for traveling in style, embracing personal changes, and the significance of thoughtful gift-giving (attention: men & women with wives). The conversation also touches on color choices, breaking fashion myths, and the empowerment that comes from dressing for one's body and taste. Check out these brands: * Michael Stars - https://www.michaelstars.com/ * Ripley Rader - https://ripleyrader.com/ * Spanx Bra Le-Llujah - https://spanx.com/collections/best-selling-bra-llelujah * Paige - https://paige.com/ * Bella Dahl - https://www.belladahl.com * Ramy Brook - https://www.ramybrook.com/ Explore more with Ariana: * https://www.shoprearends.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rearends/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RearEnds/ More about Jill & Go Long * Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter - https://golong.substack.com/subscribe * Schedule a complimentary consultation - https://calendly.com/jill-c-beck/20-minute-no-obligation-chat * Learn more about Go Long - https://www.golong.me/how-it-works * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justgolong/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justgolong/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/go-long/