The media tends to promote that skinnier is better and with every diet under the sun out there, it's easy to feel self-conscious about our bodies. The last thing we want to do is skip meals all because we want to try and fit into size zero skinny jeans. Let's be honest, ladies, we can fantasize about fitting into an outfit we wore in high school, but realistically it won't happen. The best thing we can do in this case is embrace what our mamás gave us.
As long as you're healthy why not enjoy having a little more junk in the trunk? Curves are the one thing that we should all embrace because they remind us that we are women!
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Although Hollywood has been for pin-thin women, the curvy actresses, singers, and other performers manage to hold their own. They serve as excellent role models for the rest of us ladies who are constantly being put down for having a little more "meat" on our bodies.
After all, why do you think so many women admire Sofia Vergar's or Jennifer Lopez's bodies? It's because they have a womanly shape and aren't ashamed to flaunt it. In fact, it doesn't take a genius to point out why you should LOVE your curves! Check out our reasons below!
Your jeans fit better: Just by slipping on a pair of your favorite jeans, you probably notice your butt stands out in a GOOD way. The perks of being bootylicious!
It's how women should look like: Women are intended to be curvy. It sets them apart from men and reminds us that our bodies are supposed to be softer and more cushiony.
Classic women were curvy: Back in the day before skinny became the "in" thing, the most beautiful women were considered to be pin-up girls. These curvy women are considered to be classic beauties and are still admired by many men and women today!
Curvy women live longer: According to a Danish study, women who have wider hips tend to live longer and are protected from many cardiovascular problems. Yay!
Men love it: Studies have shown that men love curvy bodies because it represents a healthy woman they want to procreate with. This primal instinct also represents that the woman can provide intelligent children with good survival skills.
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