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Why I Walked Across the Brooklyn Bridge in my Lingerie in December
Loving my body is a loud, proud revolutionary act.
So, when I heard of an event called The Real Catwalk, where hundreds of women, men and people of all genders, races and ages would strut their lingerie’d bodies across the historic Brooklyn Bridge, I was a full out YES.
Iconic Scene
Picture sequins, make up, fur coats, bras, panties, fishnets, bikinis, sexy dresses, leather, fur coats…countless accessories that celebrate the beautiful souls inhabiting this earth.
Imagine inspiring speeches and original songs about loving ourselves.
A young woman cried as she told the crowd she was walking for her mother, who could not walk herself.
A mother powerfully stated she was walking for her two teenage daughters, who both struggle with low self-esteem.
A transgender leader joyfully encouraged the crowd to be authentic no matter what and pointed out their gorgeous mother snapping pictures from the back.
The Catwalk
As we approached the middle of the bridge, a catwalk suddenly appeared out of nowhere.
A long rectangular space was created with spectators to the left and right. Photographers squatted…
