One was bullied her most of her life. One almost died. But they both found inspiration and strength in Rey cosplay. Each of them has a gut-wrench story to tell. But they also offer incredible wisdom and hope about being body positive, inclusive, and confident as a plus size woman. Their plus size cosplay of Rey from Star Wars is beautiful and inspiring.

You can also watch this video on YouTube .

Links from this Episode

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Ashley on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/ashanyao/ 

Alex on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/riathewolfcosplay/

Alex on Tik Tok

https://www.tiktok.com/@riathewolfcosplay

Plus Size Star Wars Costumes

https://www.plussizenerd.com/scifi

Shop Porgs on Amazon

https://amzn.to/36b0Kwb (affiliate link)

Ashley's Sewing Mentor

https://www.instagram.com/fancyduckie/

Ashley's Moon Menagerie

https://www.instagram.com/moonmenagerie/

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