The wrong side of the spotlight
“If it’s tight, I can’t breathe. If it’s loose, I look like I borrowed my Nana’s curtains. If it’s elegant, I somehow resemble a substitute teacher. If it’s cute, I look twelve.”
A sales associate nearby snorted before pretending to rearrange a rack.
Amani pointed accusingly.
“And don’t even get me started on mirrors. Dressing room mirrors are criminals.”
“They’re mirrors.”
“No.” She shook her head with conviction. “Home mirrors say, ‘You look nice today.’ These ones make me insecure.’”
Dre laughed, like actually laughed, a full, unguarded laugh that startled even himself. Amani couldn’t believe she stood shocked.
“You just laughed.” She said voice full of disbelief.