‘Mermaid thighs’ are the body-positive answer to the ‘thigh gap’
‘Mermaid thighs’ are the body-positive answer to the ‘thigh gap’
No matter where we look, whether it’s online, in print, or on television, women are faced with unrealistic expectations of beauty. Nearly unattainable trends (unless you’ve got specific genes), such as “thigh gaps” and the “ab crack,” lead women to shaming themselves and developing an unhealthy obsession with their bodies.
However, even trends come to a close and a new one steps in to take its place. In this case, the thigh gap is being replaced by…
mermaid thighs!
Let’s be real here. Given the chance, most of us would give up our land-bearing legs to spend some time “under the sea.”
A photo posted by Alyson Jones-Williams (@alytjones) on Aug 19, 2016 at 6:29am PDT
Women are now embracing thighs that touch! Of course, there’s nothing wrong if you happen to have a thigh gap naturally or through exercise, but it’s not the only way to be beautiful OR healthy. Plus, who doesn’t love comparing themselves to a mythical being?
#truth #thighgap #mermaidthighs
A photo posted by Sarah van Herck (@redhead.xo) on Jun 6, 2016 at 11:06pm PDT
Instead of shying away from the camera and being self conscious, women are posting their gorgeous mermaid thighs on social media.
A photo posted by Daniela (@danii_dropdead) on Mar 1, 2016 at 3:48am PST
Whether you’re lounging at the beach or at home, give those mermaid thighs some love!
thick thighs save lives. #mermaidthighs #bmmermaidmidnightlegs #nomfest #bmxl
A photo posted by Nicole Landfield (@nicolelandfield) on Jan 29, 2016 at 11:44am PST
What’s more important is women are getting their daughters involved! Way to go, guys!
A photo posted by Joslyn (@josie_lifting_cats) on Oct 20, 2015 at 3:56pm PDT
Hopefully this is a trend that continues to make waves and influence how women feel about their bodies! Just keep swimming, ladies!
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