WHILE IT’S FUN to look at glossy photos of celebrities and influencers on Instagram, scrolling through endless posing and perfect images can get you down.
These accounts are doing their best to spread messages of body positivity and self-love – a breath of fresh air for your feed.
1. Rebecca Flynn (@bopoireland)
Dublin woman Rebecca is trying to get Irish people involved in the body positive movement, instructing us to “be kinder to our bodies”. Read our interview with her here.
2. Megan Jayne Crabbe (@bodyposipanda)
After recovering from anorexia, Megan made it her mission to break down body myths and normalise scars, stretch marks, and rolls. Her rainbow hair is also #goals.
3. Harnaam Kaur (@harnaamkaur)
Harnaam was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome at the age of 12 and after years of fighting her facial hair, decided to just roll with it. She’s now a model, a body confidence activist, and the owner of a lush beard.
4. Louise O’Reilly (@stylemecurvy)
Irish fashion blogger Louise is of the opinion that you can be stylish at any size, and she always looks incredible. Follow for fashion tips and trendy plus size gear.
5. Jessamyn Stanley (@mynameisjessamyn)
Jessamyn is out to prove that everybody can do yoga, regardless of size. Her Instagram documents her practice, and offers tips and advice for people looking to begin.
6. Sarah Tyrrell (@sarah_tyrell_)
Sarah is another Irish woman on the self love train, and writes about battling depression and finding self-acceptance on her blog. This post is a great place to start.
7. Kelvin Davis (@notoriouslydapper)
Body positivity is for guys, gals, and everyone in between, you know. Kelvin is a stylish gent who wants other men to embrace what they’ve got.
8. Jillian Mercado (@jilly_peppa)
Jillian is a model living with muscular dystrophy, and is intent on challenging the fashion world’s narrow representation of beauty – last year, she was cast in a campaign for Beyoncé’s line of merchandise. A very big deal, you might agree.
9. Eff Your Beauty Standards (@effyourbeautystandards)
This account, founded by plus size model Tess Holliday, reposts photos of people from all walks of life feelin’ themselves. A joyful, inclusive corner of the internet.
10. Gabourey Sidibe (@gabby3shabby)
You might recognise Gabby from her roles in Precious, Empire and American Horror Story, but she is also a complete delight on Instagram. Her confidence is infectious.
