Being a size 2 isn't every woman's goal—and there are plenty of celebrities who are proof of that. Through the years, fans have been able to look at their TV and movie screens and see women who are shaped a lot like them. Latinas like Jennifer Lopez and Salma Hayek have broken the Hollywood mold of what a woman was supposed to look like. J.Lo shook things up when she refused to change her body in order to fit in with the rest of the singers and actresses in the entertainment world.
Instead, the Puerto Rican star became the "it" girl for women with curves, and she ushered in a new era of talent that embraced their figures exactly as they were. Every woman's body is created differently, and there are a lot of factors that influence how her figure is shaped.
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Curves usually come from your family's genes, and they often depend on what type of build you have. In a world where people are going through drastic measures to change their bodies, it is important to have women to look to who accept themselves as they are. There's no shame in working to be stronger and healthier, but if you're born with beautiful curves, there's no shame in that, and it's something that should be celebrated!
Women's bodies change throughout their lives—as we grow into adulthood, as we become mothers, and as we get older. Seeing these stars be delighted in each phase of their lives inspires us to be grateful for our bodies and learn to love them no matter what they look like. There's nothing more beautiful than a person who is confident and who is perfectly happy where they are. While sometimes it takes a long road to accept our curves, especially when we're bombarded with messages that tell us not to, once you learn to see your figure as a gift, life is never the same. Scroll through to see these famous women who are absolutely killing the game with their fantastic curves.
Chiquis Rivera is the definition of a curvy goddess.
Not only is she proud of her curvy frame, but the singer also knows exactly how to dress so that she shows off her assets while rocking the cutest outfits.
It was a long road for Demi Lovato to embrace her body.
The singer has been open about her struggles with body image, but now she continously works on learning how to love herself just as she is. "So, I’m insecure about my legs in this picture but I’m posting it because I look so happy and this year I’ve decided I’m letting go of my perfectionism and embracing freedom from self criticism," she captioned this gorgeous bikini picture in January 2018. "Learning to love my body the way it is is challenging but life changing. Giving up my eating disorder has been the most challenging journey of my life but I work every day towards solid recovery even if I mess up sometimes. Today I’m feeling strong. You all can do it too. It IS possible."
Eva Mendes embraces her curves but revealed it can be challenging.
In an interview with Marie Claire, the Cuban actress kept it real about how she thinks carefully about how to dress her voluptuous body. "I love my curves and I embrace them, but I have to walk a fine line," she said. "I think it comes down to being voluptuous, and if your body’s a certain way, then things can go distasteful in a second."
Dascha Polanco has been working on her self-love.
The Orange Is the New Black star has been open about dealing with self-esteem issues because of her weight when she was young. "The most important change I’ve made is in how I talk to myself. Now, I look at my thighs, and I celebrate them. I say, 'I love you guys! You help me walk, you fill my pants up," she said in an interview recently. "It’s important to talk to your body and thank your body."
America Ferrera knows our true value comes from within.
The actress is very much into working out, but she still acknowledges that women have a lot more to offer than just our bodies. "How much time have I wasted on diets and what I look like? Take your time and your talent and figure out what you have to contribute to this world," America said in a magazine interview. "And get over what the hell your butt looks like in those jeans!"
Jennifer Lopez was a breath of fresh air in Hollywood.
When she first came onto the scene, J.Lo became the poster girl for curvy Latinas everywhere. It was refreshing to have someone with curves on the movie screens. While, for some, being thin is in, Jen has maintained her famous curvaceous frame through the years.
Salma Hayek has always been an inspiration for petite girls.
Salma has been known for her incredible body since the start of her career. The actress is just 5-foot-2, and her frame is tiny, but she has always had an hourglass figure.
Beyoncé has been women's #BodyGoals for years.
The singer has always had a killer body, but after she welcomed her twins, Rumi and Sir, in 2017, the superstar revealed that she was learning to embrace her newfound curves that came with her pregnancy.
Christina Aguilera embraced her Latina roots.
When Xtina began her career, she was very slim like most pop stars. As she grew up and matured, so did her figure. The singer developed more curves, and even though she faced some judgment and criticism, she was proud of her Latina curves.
Gina Rodriguez was on the cover of 'Women's Health' and she was so freaking proud.
"Growing up it wasn't often a curvy girl or a women of color, graced the cover of magazines I loved. My curves are healthy and strong and I work hard to feel good in my skin, I work hard to combat the images that make me go inward and destroy my self acceptance/confidence," she captioned her Instagram post of the cover in 2016. "No longer will I allow those lies to win. Beauty belongs to everyone. This cover was a triumph for me and I hope women out there, of all body types and cultures know when I stand on that cover, I do not stand there alone, I stand there with each and every one of you."
Cardi B is not afraid to show off her body.
Even after having a baby, Cardi's waist is still tiny, but the rest of her body has become more voluptuous.
Sofía Vergara's confidence has inspired other people.
Before she became an actress, Sofía was a model, and she became known for her incredible and voluptuous physique.
Sofía's young former costar Ariel Winter said she was inspired by the Colombian star.
The former Modern Family actress has said that Sofía helped her embrace her own body. “I was very insecure when I was younger because I did grow up in the public eye,” the actress once told reporters. “But then as I got older, I was surrounded by people like Sofia Vergara, and people who were curvier like me and were proud of it. And who were showing it off. That really helped me to move forward and be proud of my body,”
If you're in need of some body positivity, Denise Bidot is the girl you need.
The gorgeous half Puerto Rican model has even launched a movement called #NoWrongWay to encourage women to be proud of who they are and to accept and celebrate each other's differences, because there's no wrong way to be a woman.
Mariah Carey has been breaking hearts since the '90s.
The singer made people all over fall in love with not just her music but also her appearance. She has always been in such great shape, and now that she's had two kids, the songstress has noticed changes in her body and acknowledged that she's a "little thicker" but that she's in no rush to be thin.
Camila Cabello is purposely trying to be curvier.
The young singer hasn't been shy about eating a little more just to make her body look more curvaceous. "When u eat a few extra platanitos just to have side boob thank u," she proudly tweeted in May 2017.
Rosie Rivera's hips are incredible!
Any outfit she wears looks amazing on her because of her shape.
Carolina Sandoval is petite, but her body is out of this world.
The TV personality is known for having curves in all the right places.
Rihanna has been criticized in the past for her weight gain.
The singer has never let critics affect her and has openly embraced her fuller figure.
