12 body and mind positive Instagrammers to follow
Social Media & The Evolution of Body Positivity
Social media has transformed the way women see themselves. Once confined to unattainable, rigid beauty standards, we now exist in an era where authenticity, diversity, and self-acceptance are celebrated. While some may argue that the term "body positivity" has been overused, its impact remains undeniable.
From Instagram to TikTok, these platforms have given voice to women who were previously marginalised, allowing them to share their journeys, dismantle outdated ideals of perfection, and build communities rooted in self-love. At Olyinka, we see social media as a powerful tool for representation—one that challenges harmful narratives and uplifts women of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds.
As contributors to the body positivity movement, we present to you to 12 incredible influencers who continue to break barriers, redefine beauty, and inspire confidence.
1. Lizzo (@lizzobeeating) - Radical Self-Love & Music Icon
Few embody radical self-love quite like Lizzo. More than a Grammy-winning artist, she is a movement in herself- a body positivity influencer, challenging fat phobia, promoting self-worth, and redefining mainstream beauty standards. Through her music, fashion, and activism, Lizzo reminds us all to embrace ourselves with joy, confidence, and authenticity.
2. Jessamyn Stanley (@mynameisjessamyn) - Yoga for Every Body
Jessamyn is a yoga teacher and wellness advocate proving that fitness has no size limit. As a body-positive advocate, she challenges traditional fitness ideals, making yoga accessible to all body types. Her content and online presence, promotes self-care, self-acceptance, and movement without shame.
3. Stephanie Yeboah (@stephanieyeboah)- Writer & Plus-Size Fashion Advocate
Stephanie is a fashion influencer and body positivity advocate in the plus-size fashion industry and the ever-growing self-love movement. As an influential author, blogger, and inspiring speaker, she openly discusses important topics such as fat phobia, mental health, and the vital importance of body acceptance. Through her work, she encourages women to embrace their true selves and exist unapologetically in their own skin.
Image: @Stephanie Yeboah
4. Sonalee Rashatwar (@thefatsextherapist) - Fat Liberation & Intersectional Activism
Sonalee is a therapist, speaker, and body acceptance activist who addresses the complex issues of weight stigma, sexuality, and body image from a thoughtfully intersectional perspective. Sonalee’s impactful work challenges conventional beauty ideals and promotes a more inclusive, understanding, and compassionate world for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
5. Virgie Tovar (@virgietovar) – Fat Activist & Author
Virgie is a prominent and influential voice in the realms of fat activism and body liberation. Through her impactful books, engaging TED Talks, and active social media presence, she works tirelessly to educate audiences on the pervasive issues of diet culture, the significance of body autonomy, and the essential importance of cultivating self-worth and confidence that transcends societal expectations related to size.
image: Virgie Tovar via Instagram
6. Winnie Harlow (@winnieharlow) – Vitiligo Model & Beauty Icon
Winnie shattered barriers and redefined beauty standards by becoming one of the most sought-after models and now fashion influencer, proudly embracing her unique skin condition, Vitiligo. Her story of resilience and self-acceptance proves that true beauty comes in all forms, inspires her followers to celebrate diversity and authenticity
7. Jameela Jamil (@jameelajamilofficial) – Body Neutrality & Mental Health Advocate
Jameela founded the IWeigh movement, passionately urging individuals to define their worth beyond mere appearances and superficial judgments. As a body positivity advocate. she continuously calls out harmful and toxic beauty standards that pervade society, while also promoting essential mental health awareness and the importance of self-acceptance in personal growth.
8. Megan Jayne Crabbe (@bodyposipanda) – Eating Disorder Recovery & Self-Love
Megan, a body positivity influencer once courageously battling the challenges of anorexia, now actively leads insightful conversations on the importance of self-acceptance, the joy of movement, and the critical rejection of pervasive diet culture. Her powerful book, Body Positive Power, is an essential read for anyone grappling with issues surrounding body image and self-worth.
9. Harnaam Kaur (@harnaamkaur) – PCOS & Beauty Redefined
Diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Harnaam chose to embrace her unique beard and actively challenge the prevailing beauty norms that often dictate standards for women. She has since grown into an international speaker, model, and body positivity advocate, proving to the world that confidence is truly the ultimate form of beauty, transcending conventional expectations and encouraging others to love themselves just as they are.
10. Denise Mercedes (@denisemmercedes) – Size-Inclusive Fashion Advocate
Denise is the passionate co-founder of the #StyleNotSize movement, dedicated to content showcasing how fashion truly is meant for all diverse body types. She’s on a mission, transforming the industry by proving that personal style isn’t confined or limited by size, and celebrating the unique beauty in every individual.
11. Nyome Nicholas-Williams (@curvynyome) – Black Plus-Size Model & Representation Advocate
After bravely facing Instagram censorship for simply showing her beautiful body, Nyome sparked a significantly wider conversation about important topics such as race, body image, and inclusivity in today's society. She now passionately uses her influential platform to advocate for better representation of diverse bodies and experiences in the fashion and media industries.
12. Kenzie Brenna (@kenziebrenna) – Mental Health & Body Image
Kenzie shares deeply personal and often challenging experiences with eating disorders, OCD, and body dysmorphia. Her candid content shows honesty and vulnerability and helps others navigate their own struggles, offering valuable insights that lead to healing, self-acceptance, and the courage to embrace their bodies just as they are, fostering a greater sense of empowerment and understanding in the process.
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At Olyinka, we believe that true beauty lies in self-acceptance and confidence. The body positivity movement is about celebrating every woman’s uniqueness and rejecting the outdated notion that beauty is one-size-fits-all.
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