Quote by Camryn Manheim

Years ago women of my size were considered royalty.

Years ago women of my size were considered royalty.

Summary

This quote suggests that in the past, women who were larger in size were regarded highly in society, similar to royalty. It implies that standards of beauty and body ideals have changed over time, emphasizing a shift towards slimmer or petite figures. The quote may reflect on the issuer's perception of how society's view on body image has evolved, highlighting the historical context and the different standards of beauty that existed in the past.

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By Camryn Manheim

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