Freckles. Childhood sunshine kisses, or teenage skin blemishes? For years, I saw mine as the latter. Annoying splatters of pigment that made my skin look “uneven” and “imperfect.” I tried to cover them with makeup, wished they would magically disappear, and generally considered them a flaw. Then, something shifted. Freckles started to become…trendy.
Suddenly, models with freckles were gracing magazine covers, makeup brands were creating “faux freckle” products, and freckles were being celebrated as a sign of natural beauty. It was a strange and slightly surreal shift. But it made me look at my own freckles in a new light.
Maybe they weren’t flaws after all. Maybe they were…unique. Maybe they were…charming. Maybe they were…actually kind of cute. This wasn’t about suddenly loving every single freckle (though, I’m getting there!). It was about recognizing that beauty standards are constantly evolving, and that what’s considered a “flaw” today might be celebrated as a feature tomorrow. My freckles stopped being a source of insecurity and started to feel…fabulous. They became a part of my unique beauty, a reminder of sunny days, and a fun little detail that sets me apart. Your “flaws” might just be your future fabulousness. Keep an eye on the trends – you might be surprised what becomes stylish next.