One Size Fits All

So who says that being a size “2” is the “It” factor; well as we all know the media and Hollywood has an array of models and actresses that do almost anything to have that skinny figure. But the question that needs to be asked ‘Is it Realistic?’ The answer to that question is “NO”.

For example our urban culture of how we are naturally shaped will not allow for all of us to be a size “2”. In the 70s and 80s being a size 12 was considered an average size for a woman but now it is considered ‘Plus Size’. But is being an average, realistic and healthy size make you less fierce and fabulous? Most definitely not!

Plus sized model Crystal Renn took matters in her own hands. She is featured in V Magazine challenging this stereo type by creating her one size fits all photo shoot. Crystal Renn alongside Jacquelyn Jablonski is testing the waters to prove that size does not matter. In identical looks and similar poses; both ladies stand five-foot-nine, with Renn's dimensions of 36-31-41, while Jablonski with the traditional model body-type are 32-24-34.

Renn told the AP in an interview, "I'd like to see everyone take on the attitude that there are women of all different shapes and sizes as 'the beauty ideal,' and that it's not one type or another. There are women who are naturally a size 2--you can't forget them, and that's discrimination the other way. All women bring something different to the table and we have to appreciate them all."

Crystal Renn has certainly taking a stand against stereo types and has proved that the “average size” is not only beautiful but Fierce and Fabulous as a well. See for yourself with the pictures from the spread above. (Which one looks better to you?)

Photo Credit: Terry Richardson

Stylus Credit: Mel Ottenberg