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5 days ago

When Beauty Standards and Body Positivity Collide

Cognitive dissonance is a prevailing theme in contemporary influencer culture, where self-love is marketed alongside unattainable beauty standards.

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2 days ago

Social media marketing

In the $250B influencer industry, being a hater can be the only way to rein in bad behavior

Social media snark forums provide a platform for questioning influencer authenticity, promoting accountability in a largely unregulated space.

Exercise

Makeup-free Remi Bader shows haters her loose skin and scars from weight-loss surgery

Remi Bader candidly shares her experience with loose skin post-bariatric surgery, emphasizing body acceptance and authenticity.

Social media marketing

fromCreative Bloq

Kim Kardashian's latest SKIMS campaign is genius for all the wrong reasons

Kim Kardashian's 60-foot inflatable display in Times Square exemplifies the marketing trend of using the body as a brand for SKIMS.

Social media marketing

5 days ago

When Beauty Standards and Body Positivity Collide

Cognitive dissonance is a prevailing theme in contemporary influencer culture, where self-love is marketed alongside unattainable beauty standards.

fromFOX8 WGHP

2 days ago

Social media marketing

In the $250B influencer industry, being a hater can be the only way to rein in bad behavior

Social media snark forums provide a platform for questioning influencer authenticity, promoting accountability in a largely unregulated space.

Exercise

Makeup-free Remi Bader shows haters her loose skin and scars from weight-loss surgery

Remi Bader candidly shares her experience with loose skin post-bariatric surgery, emphasizing body acceptance and authenticity.

more#influencer-culture

At 40, I've Finally Entered My Crop-Top Era

Embracing body confidence evolves over time, influenced by life experiences, including pregnancy.

Women

The one change that worked: I took my bra off during lockdown and never put it on again

The author's experience with long Covid caused her to reevaluate her relationship with bras and their role in her daily life.

Fashion & style

Florence Pugh Freed The Nipple In A $4.5K Sheer Mini "Naked Dress"

Florence Pugh promotes body positivity through her bold fashion choices, defending her right to wear what makes her feel happy.

Fashion & style

Khloe Kardashian's Teeny Bikini Had The Same Fruity Print As Her Daughter's 'Fit

Khloé Kardashian embraces body positivity, showcasing her comfort with her body through vibrant and stylish swimwear choices during family vacations.

Parenting

I'm a 42-year-old mom who often wears matching outfits with my 10-year-old. It helps my body image and brings us closer together.

Matching clothes with my daughter boosts my confidence and strengthens our bond.

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Fashion & style

I Just Tried on Zara's Linen Trousers-I Have a Feeling They'll Replace My Jeans

Zara's new linen trousers provide a flattering fit for petite, hourglass figures, balancing comfort and style perfectly.

fromScary Mommy

At 40, I've Finally Entered My Crop-Top Era

Embracing body confidence evolves over time, influenced by life experiences, including pregnancy.

Women

The one change that worked: I took my bra off during lockdown and never put it on again

The author's experience with long Covid caused her to reevaluate her relationship with bras and their role in her daily life.

Fashion & style

Florence Pugh Freed The Nipple In A $4.5K Sheer Mini "Naked Dress"

Florence Pugh promotes body positivity through her bold fashion choices, defending her right to wear what makes her feel happy.

Fashion & style

Khloe Kardashian's Teeny Bikini Had The Same Fruity Print As Her Daughter's 'Fit

Khloé Kardashian embraces body positivity, showcasing her comfort with her body through vibrant and stylish swimwear choices during family vacations.

Parenting

I'm a 42-year-old mom who often wears matching outfits with my 10-year-old. It helps my body image and brings us closer together.

Matching clothes with my daughter boosts my confidence and strengthens our bond.

fromWho What Wear

Fashion & style

I Just Tried on Zara's Linen Trousers-I Have a Feeling They'll Replace My Jeans

Zara's new linen trousers provide a flattering fit for petite, hourglass figures, balancing comfort and style perfectly.

Arts

Michelle Buteau on the advice she's glad she ignored

Michelle Buteau embraces her body positivity and has successfully transitioned from TV producer to accomplished comedian.

Parenting

Mummy, Charlie called me fat today': how to talk to kids about body image

Encouraging body confidence requires validating children's feelings rather than using comments about beauty tied to body size.

Women

Lorde Says She Started to Feel Her 'Gender Broadening a Little Bit'

Lorde's new music explores her journey of self-acceptance regarding body and gender after personal upheaval.

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Arts

Michelle Buteau on the advice she's glad she ignored

Michelle Buteau embraces her body positivity and has successfully transitioned from TV producer to accomplished comedian.

Parenting

Mummy, Charlie called me fat today': how to talk to kids about body image

Encouraging body confidence requires validating children's feelings rather than using comments about beauty tied to body size.

Women

Lorde Says She Started to Feel Her 'Gender Broadening a Little Bit'

Lorde's new music explores her journey of self-acceptance regarding body and gender after personal upheaval.

more#self-acceptance

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NYC music

An Interview With OnlyHeaven, the Hopeless Romantic of New Orleans Bounce

OnlyHeaven's music reflects authentic experiences and self-empowerment, blending personal stories with relatable themes.

Sleeping Naked Has Improved My Sleep

Embracing being naked significantly improved my sleep quality and self-esteem.

Fashion & style

I felt insecure about being tall - but now I get paid $10M a year as an OnlyFans model and guys adore me

Height insecurity transformed into financial success for OnlyFans model Marie Temara.

Wellness

fromScary Mommy

Sleeping Naked Has Improved My Sleep

Embracing being naked significantly improved my sleep quality and self-esteem.

Fashion & style

I felt insecure about being tall - but now I get paid $10M a year as an OnlyFans model and guys adore me

Height insecurity transformed into financial success for OnlyFans model Marie Temara.

Exercise

Diversifying the Trails: A Conversation with Mirna Valerio

Mirna Valerio advocates for destigmatizing the word 'fat' and promoting inclusivity in sports for various body types.

London

I was first woman to run London Marathon topless - now I'm doing it again

Louise Butcher is inspiring others by running topless for breast cancer awareness and embracing body positivity after surviving breast cancer.

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5 days ago

Exercise

Diversifying the Trails: A Conversation with Mirna Valerio

Mirna Valerio advocates for destigmatizing the word 'fat' and promoting inclusivity in sports for various body types.

London

I was first woman to run London Marathon topless - now I'm doing it again

Louise Butcher is inspiring others by running topless for breast cancer awareness and embracing body positivity after surviving breast cancer.

Top 5 Myths About Weight and Health

Health is not strictly defined by weight; several biological and environmental factors influence body weight.

Weight stigma impacts mental health and reinforces unrealistic health ideals.

Plot twist - I'm still a fat person!': meet the people proving you can be fit at any size

Becky Scott's MissFits Workout empowers plus-size individuals through inclusive fitness classes that celebrate movement and body positivity.

Mental health

The thin-obsessed world is growing more vicious by the minute. But fat people aren't going anywhere | Rebecca Shaw

Fat individuals face both overt fatphobic abuse and the pain of social invisibility, affecting their self-esteem and public engagement.

fromSlate Magazine

6 days ago

Relationships

Whenever Men Get a Glimpse of My Naked Body, I Never Hear From Them Again

Be upfront about your ostomy to find compatible partners.

Use dating strategies to filter out incompatible matches.

Communicate openly about your ostomy in low-stakes scenarios.

Exercise

Lizzo reveals how she lost 16% of her body fat after shutting down Ozempic accusations

Lizzo credits her 16% body fat reduction to cutting Starbucks drinks and focusing on a calorie deficit, emphasizing body positivity and mental health.

Miscellaneous

'DWTS' star Lindsay Arnold shows off breast implants after hater says she'll 'regret' surgery

Lindsay Arnold showcases her breast augmentation journey, embracing her transformation and responding to negativity with positivity.

Wellness

fromPsychology Today

Top 5 Myths About Weight and Health

Health is not strictly defined by weight; several biological and environmental factors influence body weight.

Weight stigma impacts mental health and reinforces unrealistic health ideals.

Plot twist - I'm still a fat person!': meet the people proving you can be fit at any size

Becky Scott's MissFits Workout empowers plus-size individuals through inclusive fitness classes that celebrate movement and body positivity.

Mental health

The thin-obsessed world is growing more vicious by the minute. But fat people aren't going anywhere | Rebecca Shaw

Fat individuals face both overt fatphobic abuse and the pain of social invisibility, affecting their self-esteem and public engagement.

fromSlate Magazine

6 days ago

Relationships

Whenever Men Get a Glimpse of My Naked Body, I Never Hear From Them Again

Be upfront about your ostomy to find compatible partners.

Use dating strategies to filter out incompatible matches.

Communicate openly about your ostomy in low-stakes scenarios.

Exercise

Lizzo reveals how she lost 16% of her body fat after shutting down Ozempic accusations

Lizzo credits her 16% body fat reduction to cutting Starbucks drinks and focusing on a calorie deficit, emphasizing body positivity and mental health.

Miscellaneous

'DWTS' star Lindsay Arnold shows off breast implants after hater says she'll 'regret' surgery

Lindsay Arnold showcases her breast augmentation journey, embracing her transformation and responding to negativity with positivity.

more#mental-health

Fashion & style

Bride 'bullied' after wearing 'trashy' black bra with white wedding dress

Basak faced online backlash for wearing a black bra with her wedding dress, leaving her feeling bullied and surprised by the negativity.

SF LGBT

fromIndependent

Roxane Gay: 'The level of harassment that you get, and the death threats and the rape threats... that part is really hard'

Roxane Gay's forthright commentary on social issues resonates with a wide audience, despite personal challenges.

Her influence continues through a substantial social media following, showcasing her unapologetic viewpoint.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Women

Miss Manners: I undress in front of a man, and then this happens

Criticism of personal choices during intimacy is rude and reflective of unsuitable potential partners.

#weight-loss

Exercise

Lizzo shows off dramatic weight loss in cheeky lingerie photos

Lizzo celebrates her weight loss while promoting body positivity and debunking weight-loss drug allegations.

Exercise

Meghan Trainor finally admits to using weight-loss drug after dramatic transformation

Meghan Trainor reveals using Mounjaro for weight loss while emphasizing the importance of talent over appearance.

Exercise

Meghan Trainor shocks fans with dramatic weight loss transformation, sparking Ozempic rumors

Meghan Trainor showcased her weight loss journey, facing mixed reactions from fans amid rumors about Ozempic use.

Lizzo shows off dramatic weight loss in cheeky lingerie photos

Lizzo celebrates her weight loss while promoting body positivity and debunking weight-loss drug allegations.

Meghan Trainor finally admits to using weight-loss drug after dramatic transformation

Meghan Trainor reveals using Mounjaro for weight loss while emphasizing the importance of talent over appearance.

Exercise

Meghan Trainor shocks fans with dramatic weight loss transformation, sparking Ozempic rumors

Meghan Trainor showcased her weight loss journey, facing mixed reactions from fans amid rumors about Ozempic use.

more#weight-loss

Fashion & style

Paige Spiranac hits back at critics 'mad' about her 'conservative' golf outfit

Paige Spiranac humorously addressed criticism of her golf outfit, asserting it was one of her more conservative looks.

Sharon Stone took Joan Collins' advice to avoid doing two things after 40

Sharon Stone embraces her age, emphasizing self-love and body positivity despite societal pressures to conform.

Music

Shirley Manson hits back at being called 'unrecognizable': 'I will continue to wrinkle and flub'

Shirley Manson defends her appearance against criticism, emphasizing the importance of aging naturally and rejecting societal pressures on women.

Sharon Stone took Joan Collins' advice to avoid doing two things after 40

Sharon Stone embraces her age, emphasizing self-love and body positivity despite societal pressures to conform.

Music

Shirley Manson hits back at being called 'unrecognizable': 'I will continue to wrinkle and flub'

Shirley Manson defends her appearance against criticism, emphasizing the importance of aging naturally and rejecting societal pressures on women.

more#aging

Ozempic arrived and everything changed': plus-size models on the body positivity backlash

Skye Standley, once a rising star in modeling, has faced significant challenges and reduced work opportunities amid a return to traditional beauty standards.

#aimee-lou-wood

Black Lives Matter

Aimee Lou Wood said the 'Saturday Night Live' joke about her teeth was 'mean and unfunny.' Celebrities are defending her.

Aimee Lou Wood criticized a recent SNL sketch that mocked her physical appearance, prompting support from fellow celebrities.

London politics

'White Lotus' star Aimee Lou Wood wants people 'to stop f-king talking' about her teeth

Aimee Lou Wood wants to shift the focus from her teeth to her acting career.

Black Lives Matter

Aimee Lou Wood said the 'Saturday Night Live' joke about her teeth was 'mean and unfunny.' Celebrities are defending her.

Aimee Lou Wood criticized a recent SNL sketch that mocked her physical appearance, prompting support from fellow celebrities.

London politics

'White Lotus' star Aimee Lou Wood wants people 'to stop f-king talking' about her teeth

Aimee Lou Wood wants to shift the focus from her teeth to her acting career.

Women

Women Are Sharing The "Weird" Things Their Body Did That They Later Found Out Were 100% Normal

Many women experience bodily functions they consider weird, highlighting the need for better sex education in the U.S.

Digital life

Facial Hair: The Last Taboo in Women's Beauty?

The stigma surrounding women's facial hair persists, leading many to feel ashamed and self-conscious, despite its commonality among women.

Women

Women Are Sharing The "Weird" Things Their Body Did That They Later Found Out Were 100% Normal

Many women experience bodily functions they consider weird, highlighting the need for better sex education in the U.S.

Digital life

Facial Hair: The Last Taboo in Women's Beauty?

The stigma surrounding women's facial hair persists, leading many to feel ashamed and self-conscious, despite its commonality among women.

more#womens-health

Mental health

Dying for Sex Series-Finale Recap: A Little Death

Dying for Sex poignantly explores themes of human connection, healing, and the body through Molly's journey toward reclaiming her sexuality before death.

Food & drink

fromEater

Can We Please Stop Calling Foods 'Guilt-Free'?

The resurgence of 'guilt-free' marketing indicates a regression into diet culture, reminiscent of the early 2000s and the '90s.

Diet culture is re-emerging, pushing terms like 'guilt-free' in product marketing, creating discomfort for those aware of recent body-positive movements.

fromAnOther

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Inside a Radical New Store Dedicated to Women's Desire

Lucy Kumara Moore's The Sensual World aims to redefine how we explore and purchase items related to sexual pleasure through innovative events and products.

NYC LGBT

Vogue's Hairspray tribute slammed for failing to feature any plus-sized people

The Vogue tribute to Hairspray was criticized for excluding plus-size representation.

#world-naked-bike-ride

San Francisco

fromFuncheap

World Naked Bike Ride Through SF for Earth Day 2025

The World Naked Bike Ride in San Francisco promotes environmental awareness and human rights through a unique, body-positive approach.

Bicycling

People spontaneously strip off and join us': nude cyclists send message you don't need to be buff

The World Naked Bike Ride in Melbourne promotes rider safety, body positivity, and environmental awareness through a unique form of protest.

San Francisco

fromFuncheap

World Naked Bike Ride Through SF for Earth Day 2025

The World Naked Bike Ride in San Francisco promotes environmental awareness and human rights through a unique, body-positive approach.

Bicycling

more#world-naked-bike-ride

People spontaneously strip off and join us': nude cyclists send message you don't need to be buff

The World Naked Bike Ride in Melbourne promotes rider safety, body positivity, and environmental awareness through a unique form of protest.

Lizzo Is in Limbo

Lizzo is evolving her musical identity and confronting public perceptions through her new single 'Love in Real Life'.

Miscellaneous

Millie Bobby Brown Responded To People Criticizing Her Appearance In A Bathroom Selfie

Millie Bobby Brown, at 20, faced social media scrutiny over her appearance but responded positively, showcasing her maturity and confidence.

NYC music

Lizzo Is in Limbo

Lizzo is evolving her musical identity and confronting public perceptions through her new single 'Love in Real Life'.

Miscellaneous

Millie Bobby Brown Responded To People Criticizing Her Appearance In A Bathroom Selfie

Millie Bobby Brown, at 20, faced social media scrutiny over her appearance but responded positively, showcasing her maturity and confidence.

more#celebrity-culture

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NYC parents

Fox's Kennedy Blasts Conniving' Alleged Musk Baby Mama' Over X Post Shaming Her for Scantily Clad Photo

Kennedy defended her past nude modeling against criticism from Ashley St. Clair, asserting that she won't be slut shamed.

fromScary Mommy

Women

I Haven't Worn Underwear In 25 Years

The author has chosen to live without underwear for 25 years due to discomfort and has found alternative solutions.

fromPsychology Today

Wellness

Fat and Pregnant: A Journey of Love, Discrimination, and Stigma

Pregnancy for fat individuals is often overshadowed by stigma and unfair assumptions about health.

#pubic-hair

Miscellaneous

TikTok's Latest Movement? Full Bush Positivity

TikTok users are boldly expressing themselves, especially regarding body hair, in light of a potential ban on the platform.

fromCreative Bloq

Graphic design

How to hit back against censorship? Make a font out of pubic hair

Kiehl's launched a body positivity campaign using a custom font made from pubic hair to combat bodily stigma and celebrate diversity.

Miscellaneous

TikTok's Latest Movement? Full Bush Positivity

TikTok users are boldly expressing themselves, especially regarding body hair, in light of a potential ban on the platform.

fromCreative Bloq

Graphic design

How to hit back against censorship? Make a font out of pubic hair

Kiehl's launched a body positivity campaign using a custom font made from pubic hair to combat bodily stigma and celebrate diversity.

more#pubic-hair

Women

Skin is in: as sales of thong bikinis rise, is body confidence also growing?

Greater Sydney's ban on thong bikinis has sparked outrage and dialogue about women's body autonomy and societal norms around swimwear.

Miscellaneous

Rachel Zegler Rang In The New Year With A Makeup-Free Selfie

Rachel Zegler encourages embracing natural beauty through her makeup-free selfie, inspiring others to celebrate their authentic selves.

#celebrity-news

Miscellaneous

Sydney Sweeney rocks brown bikini while jet skiing with fiance near $13.5M waterfront mansion

Sydney Sweeney embraces her luxurious lifestyle while managing online criticism with a response showcasing her dedication to health and her acting career.

Miscellaneous

Lisa Rinna, 61, leaves nothing to the imagination in shocking New Year's Eve selfie at spa

Lisa Rinna celebrates New Year's Eve with a daring nude selfie, highlighting her confidence and body positivity at age 61.

Miscellaneous

Sydney Sweeney rocks brown bikini while jet skiing with fiance near $13.5M waterfront mansion

Sydney Sweeney embraces her luxurious lifestyle while managing online criticism with a response showcasing her dedication to health and her acting career.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Miscellaneous

Lisa Rinna, 61, leaves nothing to the imagination in shocking New Year's Eve selfie at spa

Lisa Rinna celebrates New Year's Eve with a daring nude selfie, highlighting her confidence and body positivity at age 61.

more#celebrity-news

Miscellaneous

Florence Pugh slams 'godawful' body-shaming of Black Doves star Keira Knightley

Florence Pugh denounces media's body-shaming, particularly criticizing the treatment of Keira Knightley and reinforcing the need for respect towards women's bodies.

#nudism

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Miscellaneous

At the movies with Spain's first naked screening: Everything helps to normalize nudity'

The first nudist film screenings in Spain emphasize the liberation and comfort associated with nudism, bringing a unique perspective to cinema-going.

Miscellaneous

Nudists Are Opening Up About Their Lifestyles, And It's A Unique Perspective Not Often Heard

Nudist lifestyles promote body acceptance and non-sexual viewpoints on nudity.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Miscellaneous

At the movies with Spain's first naked screening: Everything helps to normalize nudity'

The first nudist film screenings in Spain emphasize the liberation and comfort associated with nudism, bringing a unique perspective to cinema-going.

Miscellaneous

Nudists Are Opening Up About Their Lifestyles, And It's A Unique Perspective Not Often Heard

Nudist lifestyles promote body acceptance and non-sexual viewpoints on nudity.

more#nudism

Miscellaneous

Kelly Clarkson confesses she loves being naked 'until gravity takes hold': 'That happens, huh?'

Kelly Clarkson expressed her love for being naked during an interview, emphasizing the stigma around nudity in American culture.

Health

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