This optical illusion video explains why we shouldn’t be ashamed of cellulite

Caitlin Gallagher
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This optical illusion video explains why we shouldn’t be ashamed of cellulite
This optical illusion video explains why we shouldn’t be ashamed of cellulite

Fashion blogger, designer, and model Gabi Gregg just dropped the mic on cellulite. In an Instagram post from her latest photoshoot, Gregg showed how the appearance of cellulite can change in the blink of an eye.

For GabiFresh’s new line with Swimsuits for All, she modeled some new plus-sized swimsuits. And while she was strutting her stuff, a video shows that the cellulite on her thighs — which many of us struggle accepting on our bodies — can actually look like it’s no longer there based on the lighting.

As she captioned her optical illusion vid:

“Reminder that cellulite is normal and nothing to be ashamed of (and also depends on lighting! You can literally see mine “disappear” as I walk out of a shadow here).”

Reminder that cellulite is normal and nothing to be ashamed of (and also depends on lighting! You can literally see mine "disappear" as I walk out of a shadow here) swimsuit link in bio #gabifreshxswimsuitsforall #newyearsameyou

A video posted by Gabi Gregg (@gabifresh) on Jan 9, 2017 at 3:51pm PST

While society has deemed it unsightly, WebMD notes that cellulite is not actually a medical condition. It’s just a cosmetic feature that isn’t harmful and doesn’t even indicate that you are overweight. So beyond it being an optical illusion that sometimes your cellulite may not even be noticeable, the bigger point that Gregg is making is that cellulite’s nothing to be ashamed of.

Dem thighs tho shop my new @swimsuitsforall collection, link in bio #NewYearSameYou #gabifreshxswimsuitsforall

A photo posted by Gabi Gregg (@gabifresh) on Jan 5, 2017 at 11:22am PST

Gregg is all about body-positivity and creating fashionable looks for plus-size women. The tagline for her Swimsuits for All line — “New Year Same You” — encourages that idea that people should accept their bodies as they are now. In January, when New Year’s resolutions are in full force and people are fixated on losing weight, this message is about loving who you are right now.

New Year. Same you. A year ago I would have cringed seeing my back rolls in this video. I'm so happy I've learned to accept them. Body confidence is a journey and not a destination. (For the record, no I'm not against anyone setting personal goals for themselves, I'm against the crazy pressure society places on us and the pervasive idea that we need to change ourselves to achieve happiness. More on this later!) #gabifreshxswimsuitsforall #newyearsameyou #linkinbio to shop! Shout out to @mrjustinervin for doing an amazing job on this video ❤️

A video posted by Gabi Gregg (@gabifresh) on Jan 6, 2017 at 2:26pm PST

Yet, Gregg isn’t against setting healthy goals for yourself, as her partnership with Planet Fitness shows. But she is against societal pressures that make people feel like they must lose weight, which is so prevalent this time of year.

I'm partnering with @PlanetFitness again this year to tell you guys that it's only $1 down and $10 a month if you join before January 11th! I've been a member for years, and I can confidently recommend them because they foster a judgment free zone. I don't feel embarrassed, judged or uncomfortable when I work out there (and yes, this has happened at multiple other gyms). I also want to clarify something regarding New Year's resolutions: I am not opposed to people making fitness and/or health goals to better themselves! What I'm against is the constant messaging we receive--especially at this time of year--that your life starts at a certain size and that you must pursue weight loss. I started working out again with a trainer a few months ago to improve my health, and I like noticing the gradual changes in what my body is able to do - that is where I find the most satisfaction and what I choose to focus on. I wish you all a very happy and healthy 2017! #JudgementFreeZone #PlanetFitness #sponsored but this message is my own truth.

A photo posted by Gabi Gregg (@gabifresh) on Jan 7, 2017 at 1:04pm PST

Gregg isn’t the first blogger to post about accepting your cellulite. (Kenzie Brenna started #CelluliteSaturday.) Or even the most well-known model to show off her cellulite. (Ashley Graham posted about embracing what society has deemed ugly.) However, since cellulite is so taboo, we want more people to proudly say that cellulite is nothing to worry about. After all, as Gregg’s video shows, it’s really in the eye of the beholder anyway.