A YOUNG woman has revealed that after trolls called her a toucan, she underwent a post break-up ‘glow up’.
And after forking out £8,500 for a nose job, Devyn Aiken, 30, realised she was too good for her husband, which led to her filing for divorce.
Devyn explained that she ‘grew apart’ from her husband of seven years which resulted in the pair separating two years ago.
But it was after Devyn underwent a rhinoplasty that she says it finally gave her the ‘clarity’ to ask for a divorce – after putting herself first.
Now she feels ‘reborn’ and has realised she is ‘strong’ and doesn't want to ‘settle’.
It follows after singer Lily Allen revealed during an episode of her ‘Miss Me?' podcast that she had a boob job after splitting from her actor husband, David Harbour.
Devyn, who works at a drug addiction company, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, said: “I was re-born in a way [after the nose job].
“I thought ‘I'm choosing myself'. I feel so happy.
“You can start over whenever. I know what I want now. I don't have to settle.
“Life doesn't end when you go through divorce.”
Devyn got married at age 23 and claims she felt ‘stuck’ in the marriage but felt she needed to stay in it to ‘prove’ something to society.
She confessed: “I stayed in a stagnant, unhappy marriage.
“It was wrong just to stay together because of all the time we'd had.
“The last few years we grew apart. Everything didn't align anymore.”
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The couple separated two years ago which helped give Devyn the push to do something she had always wanted to do – get a nose job.
Her nose had always been her ‘biggest insecurity’ but she had never found the right doctor to make her ‘pull the trigger’ on surgery.
Devyn admitted: “Middle school was rough with bullying. I was called a witch, toucan, Pinocchio.
“It's something I couldn't control.”
People have said I look like Bella Hadid, Celine Dion – all sorts
Devyn Aiken
After finding Dr Ginsburg on social media, she booked in her consultation and underwent the five-and-a-half hour surgery in November 2024 – using her savings to pay for it.
She spent three to four weeks recovering – and the swelling can take a year to go down fully.
Devyn explained: “Having so much down time with my nose job it gave me the time and clarity to think about divorce.
Signs your relationship is heading for a divorce
- Persistent Communication Breakdowns
Constant misunderstandings, arguments, or a complete lack of meaningful conversation can signal deep-seated issues. - Emotional Distance
Feeling like roommates rather than partners, with a noticeable lack of intimacy or emotional connection. - Frequent Criticism and Contempt
Regularly criticising each other and showing contempt, such as sarcasm, eye-rolling, or mocking, can erode the relationship's foundation. - Unresolved Conflicts
Recurrent arguments about the same issues without any resolution can indicate deeper incompatibilities. - Loss of Trust
Trust is crucial in any relationship. If it's been broken and cannot be rebuilt, it may be a sign that the relationship is in trouble. - Different Life Goals
Significant differences in future aspirations, such as career goals, lifestyle choices, or family planning, can create insurmountable divides. - Avoidance
Preferring to spend time apart rather than together, whether through work, hobbies, or social activities, can indicate a desire to escape the relationship. - Lack of Support
Feeling unsupported, whether emotionally, financially, or practically, can lead to feelings of isolation and resentment. - Financial Disagreements
Constantly arguing about money, spending habits, or financial priorities can strain the relationship. - Infidelity
Whether physical or emotional, infidelity can be a major breach of trust and a sign of deeper issues in the relationship. - Changes in Affection
A noticeable decrease in affection, physical touch, or romantic gestures can indicate a loss of connection.
“It made me think ‘I can do this – I'm strong enough'.”
She filed for divorce in December 2024 and reflected: “I feel a sense of happiness. This is my me era.
“I'm not settling. I'm OK to be alone. I'm a strong independent woman.”
Devyn has been sharing her “glow up” online and has been flooded with comments – and helped inspire others to leave their relationships.
She highlighted: “Someone commented ‘I'm not married but I need a divorce so I can have this glow up'.
“It's an internal glow – I radiate that externally.
I'm not settling. I'm OK to be alone. I'm a strong independent woman
Devyn Aiken
“People have said I look like Bella Hadid, Celine Dion – all sorts.”
Devyn now feels “optimistic” for the future, as she expressed: “I have my own apartment – I can decorate it like I want it. I can have pink bed sheets.
“I'm going out more with my friends. I'm going to enjoy life – do some travelling, dating – I'm excited for that.
“I'm optimistic. It has been life changing. I'm embracing and welcoming the change.”;
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