The One Where Rae Gets a Makeover (and We Judge...a Little)
Okay, let's dive back into My Mad Fat Diary, specifically Episode 2 of Season 1. It's makeover time, baby! And I'm already bracing myself.
Rae's rocking the baggy clothes and self-deprecating humor. We get it, inner turmoil! But can we talk about the 90s fashion? It's... a choice.
Chloe's Closet: A Blessing or a Curse?
Chloe, bless her heart, decides Rae needs a style intervention. Cue the raiding of Chloe's closet. Is anyone else slightly terrified?
I mean, Chloe's gorgeous and confident. But her clothes? They're a tad… much. For, like, everyday life in Stamford.
Don't get me wrong, Chloe's a good friend. But sometimes, I think she forgets Rae isn't exactly comfortable strutting around in a barely-there dress.
It's like trying to fit a square peg into a sparkly, sequined hole. We’ve all been there with a friend offering wardrobe advice, right?
The Pool Party Panic
The pool party scene is where things get really interesting. Rae’s self-consciousness is cranked up to eleven. I feel her pain.
Who hasn’t felt like everyone’s judging them in a swimsuit? It’s a universal fear. My own pool party memories involve strategically placed towels and awkward laughter.
And Finn! Oh, Finn. He's so effortlessly cool. The whole "accidental" eye contact thing? Classic rom-com move. But it works!
The Finn Factor: Overrated or Underrated?
Now, here's where I might commit social suicide. Unpopular opinion: Finn is a little overrated. I said it!
He's cute, sure. But is he really as amazing as everyone makes him out to be? He’s just… there. A brooding, good-looking presence.
Maybe I'm just bitter because my teenage crush was a guy who played Dungeons & Dragons. Finn is like the antithesis of that. Still, a great character in the show!
Friendship Faux Pas and the Weight of Secrets
The episode also highlights the complexities of friendship. Especially when secrets are involved. Rae keeping her psychiatric stay a secret is a ticking time bomb.
It's understandable why she's hiding it. No one wants to be judged or treated differently. But it inevitably creates a wall between her and her friends.
And then there's the whole issue of lying. Chloe's lies are escalating. It's only a matter of time before it all comes crashing down.
The drama! The angst! The questionable fashion choices! This show really captures the awkwardness of being a teenager. My Mad Fat Diary is awesome.
Rae's Journey: We're Rooting For Her (Even If We Judge Her Outfit Choices)
Ultimately, Episode 2 is about Rae trying to navigate her new reality. Trying to fit in. Trying to be "normal."
She makes mistakes. She says the wrong things. She wears outfits that maybe weren't the best choice. But she's trying. And that's what matters.
So, bring on the next episode! I'm ready for more awkward moments, questionable decisions, and maybe, just maybe, a slightly less questionable wardrobe. We're with you, Rae!
