Conversations: Becky Johnson

Lauren welcomes today's guest Becky Johnson. Becky is a breast cancer survivor, real estate broker, and the co-founder of FlatWear Clothing, a fashion brand created for women who have chosen to remain flat after mastectomy. A Maine native, Becky was diagnosed with breast cancer in her 40s and made the deeply personal decision to go flat rather than undergo reconstruction. Like so many women, she quickly discovered how difficult it was to find clothing that fit and flattered her new body shape — and that experience sparked an idea that would grow into a movement.

With the help of her business partner, designer Tracy Friden, Becky launched FlatWear Clothing to give flat women beautiful, confidence-boosting styles that celebrate their bodies exactly as they are. The brand’s mission goes beyond fashion — it’s about visibility, empowerment, and belonging in a community that is often overlooked by the fashion industry.

When she’s not running her business or selling homes in her beloved Midcoast Maine community, Becky enjoys life on 50 acres with her husband, surrounded by the woods and ocean she grew up loving. She finds joy in simple Maine pleasures — sailing in the summer, cross-country skiing in the winter, and spending time outdoors year-round. She’s passionate about raising awareness for body acceptance after mastectomy and helping other women feel seen, strong, and beautiful — with or without reconstruction.   https://www.flatwearclothing.com/ 

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