Body positive - Page 2
At 61, this model poses and asserts her "real" body, far from the filters.
Czech-Swedish-American model and actress Paulina Porizkova has consistently spoken out publicly about body image and aging. Through numerous...
On Instagram, they pose with their bellies unfiltered, and the message is heartwarming.
On social media, "perfect" images seem to be everywhere. Yet another type of content is gaining ground: unretouched,...
Suffering from a skin condition, this model redefines beauty standards in a stunning photoshoot
What if beauty lay not in perfection, but in authenticity? This is the powerful message conveyed by model...
This model identifies as "midsize" and confidently shares her looks.
Model Alexi Daien is gradually establishing herself as a prominent voice in the world of inclusive fashion. On...
"Attitude has no age limit": at 65, she imposes her own definition of beauty
Caroline Ida Ours (@fiftyyearsofawoman) is challenging preconceived notions by boldly asserting that beauty has no expiration date. On...
This mother embraces her stretch marks and delivers a powerful message.
What if stretch marks became symbols of pride rather than insecurities to hide? On social media, Bruna Alves...
"It's not going to stop me from living": at 33, she celebrates her grey hair
Her brown hair is gradually turning gray. This silvery hue seeps into the strands, almost giving the impression...
Plus-size women and food: influencer Megan Ixim deconstructs persistent clichés
Many women subject themselves to diet salads while secretly dreaming of a dripping burger or a stringy pizza....
"My shoulders were too broad": this rugby player opens up about her insecurities
Even the most confident women can sometimes doubt themselves when they see their reflection. This is what US...
"Happiness wrinkles": at 32, this mother shows off her natural skin and divides the internet
In an age of filters and perfectly smoothed skin, showing one's natural face can become a truly political...
"I've never been afraid of getting old": at 77, this model celebrates her age with pride
Aging remains a sensitive subject, often surrounded by expectations and fears. Yet, some public figures choose to talk...
"I'm 60 years old, this is what I look like": this model proudly shows off her body
At 60, Czech-Swedish-American model and actress Paulina Porizkova recently caused a sensation by sharing an unretouched video showing...
White hair at age 6: this mom celebrates her daughter's albinism
She has immaculate, radiant white hair, and yet she's only at the very beginning of her life. She...
This part of the body that silently makes many women self-conscious
Some body-related concerns remain discreet, sometimes even unspoken. Yet, they affect a large number of women. Among them,...
With a prosthetic leg, she proves that beauty has no standard.
On social media, a Chinese content creator is attracting attention by transforming her prosthetic leg into a true...
Judged "too fat" as a child, she looks back at her photos and questions the criticisms
Swiss-based mother of three, Katrin W (@kiki_cooks_fit) shares a poignant testimony by looking back at her childhood photos,...
Despite the criticism, this model refuses to shave off her unibrow.
In the fashion industry, beauty standards are highly codified. Some figures today are choosing to challenge these norms....
These dancers from the Rio Carnival put curves back at the center of the show
Spectacular floats, a feverish atmosphere, an infectious rhythm that leaves no hip unmoved… the Rio Carnival, held from...
The first blind Congolese woman to become a lawyer: the inspiring journey of Jessikah Inaba
Jessikah Inaba has shattered many preconceived notions about disability. Born blind with bilateral microphthalmia, she has never let...
Stretch marks: 3 surprising things that many people still don't know
Stretch marks are often talked about as a "problem to hide." Yet, these marks tell a story: that...
This plus-size model proudly displays her curves and captivates internet users
In a fashion world long obsessed with ultra-thin figures, some women have decided to redefine the rules. This...
The number one body image complex for women, according to this study
Weight, figure, appearance… body image issues affect a large number of women. Several studies show that these concerns...
"Thank you for showing this": an influencer reveals what's really behind gym photos
On social media, fitness photos often give the impression of "perfectly sculpted" bodies. Some content creators are now...
"I weigh 100kg and I'm 1.68m tall": she proudly embraces her body without any hang-ups
Accepting your body, having fun with fashion, and throwing caution to the wind: that's the mission Tania Piombino...
"It's beautiful": This influencer proudly shows off her birthmark
What if the most inspiring beauty was simply the kind you choose to no longer hide? On social...
"I'm proud to look my age": at 55, she's deconstructing beauty standards
On Instagram, content creator Ting Ma (@tingmystyle) posted a powerful video where she fully embraces her age (55),...
"Moon children" disease: the journey of a determined woman
While some can simply slather on sunscreen to protect themselves from UV rays, Nihal has to barricade her...
While pregnant, she dances in vertiginous heels and defies preconceived notions.
Perched on heels several centimeters high and clad in a light fabric outfit, professional dancer Anais Viola (@dfy_anais)...
With her freckles, this model embodies authentic beauty.
What if beauty was no longer measured by conformity, but by confidence, energy, and authenticity? On the catwalks...
"Thank you for showing this": A curvy model poses naturally on the beach and sparks reactions
In an age of ubiquitous filters and meticulously framed shots, a simple photograph can become a powerful statement....
A cuddly toy in the image of his amputee grandfather: a very tender gesture.
In children's chubby hands, there are often furry brown bears, rabbits with disjointed bodies, and foxes with silky...
Too muscular for the uniform? This flight attendant is breaking the mold.
She has a body sculpted by weightlifting and a steely figure, but her biceps feel cramped in her...
This model, who has Down syndrome, proves that fashion can be inclusive.
Beauty has never been about rigid standards. Puerto Rican Sofía Jirau is a shining example of this. Living...
At 62, she practices parkour with an ease that defies stereotypes.
While many believe that age is a burden or even a slow physical decline, this 62-year-old Singaporean woman...
Precious Lee, the "curvy" model who is redefining beauty standards
Fashion is evolving rapidly, and some personalities are brilliantly accelerating this movement. Precious Lee is one of them:...
At 56, she broke free from the fashion rules that were once considered "untouchable".
From the age of 50, women are expected to conform to chunky knits and drab trousers. Magazines relentlessly...
The "hormonal belly": between bodily reality and aesthetic pressure
Unlike a "beer belly" in men, which reflects an excess of beer, a "hormonal belly" is not the...
She makes her hairy birthmark a powerful statement.
Birthmarks are like body art, markers of identity. They are natural tattoos that stamp the flesh like watercolors....
By breaking stereotypes, this wrestler is redefining "female power".
What if female power didn't look anything like what you've been taught to imagine? In the ring as...
An Olympic hockey player, she challenges the norms of "femininity".
On the ice and in life, Sarah Nurse defies categorization. A two-time Olympic medalist and the first Black...