Why would I want to walk the runway for a brand to be their token plus-size girl when they're not even making my size?
Tess HollidayRead
Ultimately, I don't really want to see the media portraying curvier and fatter bodies being the norm, I want to see a variety of bodies of all shapes, sizes, colors, and orientations, all of the time just like we do in reality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of representation and diversity in media depiction of bodies.
Tess Holliday's quote advocates for a more inclusive portrayal of bodies in media, moving beyond the narrow definitions of beauty that have traditionally dominated. By representing a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and orientations, the media can reflect the diversity of real life, promoting acceptance and appreciation for all bodies rather than perpetuating a single standard of beauty.
Themes
DiversityRepresentationBody PositivityMediaInclusion
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for body positivity and inclusive representation in advertising.
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