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Would You Trash the Dress After a Divorce?
If you’ve ever browsed Pinterest for “Trash the Dress” ideas, you know there’s no shortage of wild inspiration out there. The main rule? The messier, the better! Why settle for just ruining your dress when you can do it in an unforgettable way? Think mud baths, graffiti art, or even going full-on Katniss Everdeen with some flames. Just a heads up: this is not something to try at home!
I had no idea—until I caught an episode of a show where a character painted a wedding dress with paintballs—that this trend has evolved. Divorced women are now embracing “Trash the Dress” as a way to let go of their past and, in a sense, destroy the memories wrapped up in their wedding gowns.
Empowerment Through Destruction
Joey Thompson, author of Trash the Dress: Stories of Celebrating Divorce in Your 20s, shares that these photoshoots aren’t just about the destruction; they’re also a chance to get pampered with hair and makeup. After transforming physically and emotionally, many women feel more confident and empowered than they ever did while married. The photos? Pure revenge!
A Journey of Release
Then there’s Cara Johnson, a 35-year-old from Alaska who made headlines for taking her dress on a wild journey over seven months. From a roller derby to a lake, and even paintball shooting, she was determined to reflect the emotional chaos of her divorce onto that gown. But the grand finale? A backyard bonfire that brought her immense relief. “Watching it burn felt like the weight of all that negativity lifted off me,” she said. “I finally slept well after that night.”
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Conclusion
In summary, trashing your wedding dress can be a cathartic way to move on after a divorce. Whether you want to take it to the extreme like Cara or just have a fun photoshoot, it’s all about reclaiming your narrative and finding empowerment in your journey.