My Big Fat Fabulous Life’s Whitney Way Thore rocks just a sheer bra and gets a tattoo on wild night out — fans are split
Fans were split in their reactions to her edgy look.
Whitney Way Thore, the star of My Big Fat Fabulous Life, shared photos from a Valentine’s night out that show a dramatic new look — including a sheer bra-style top, bold accessories, an impromptu tattoo and a humorous celebration cake — prompting mixed reactions from followers.
On Sunday, Whitney, 41, posted a carousel of Instagram photos with the caption, “Happy Valentine’s Day, y’all.” The images show her dressed in a black outfit with a mesh, bra-like top paired with a form-fitting skirt that features a large thigh slit. She completed the ensemble with fishnet stockings, chunky gold jewelry, red lipstick and a slicked-back ponytail.
She also showcased a custom cake made for the evening. The cake — decorated with fake cigarette butts — carried the message “Gays, girls, goths only!” and appears to have been created for a close group celebration. In other snaps, Whitney is seen getting a tattoo on her forearm; the exact design was not clearly visible in the photos.
How fans responded
Comments on the Instagram post showed a clear divide: some fans praised the bolder, edgier look, while others expressed surprise and confusion at the change from her usual style.
The range of responses highlights how public figures often receive mixed feedback when they change their public image.
Context: a wider transformation
Whitney’s recent photos come amid a broader, ongoing change in her public presentation. In 2021 she posted a throwback photo showing a noticeably slimmer appearance compared with more recent images — a comparison that surprised many followers at the time.
Alongside those images, Whitney has posted personal reflections about long-term friendships and life milestones. The Valentine’s post appears to have been a moment to celebrate with close friends while also experimenting with a different aesthetic.
