Growing Up As A Tomboy (And Wearing ‘Boys’ Clothes)

Ever since I remember I have been a tomboy, especially when it comes to what I prefer to wear. Following the labelled gender of clothes is definitely not necessary.

Katie Shepherd
Nov 4 · 8 min read

Growing up I was definitely a bit different to the other little girls; I hated the colour pink, I…

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Backpacker, Divemaster, marine biologist, videomaker and wanna-be writer. If I’m not wandering then my mind is…

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