Ever since her supermodel days back in the late 1980s, Cindy Crawford's healthy lifestyle has been credited with helping to keep such an enviable physique. This weekend, un-retouched photos from a 2013 lingerie photo shoot leaked, proving that Crawford is actually much more normal than we had previously believed. Even with the good genes and hard work in the gym, the model has cellulite and stretch marks, just like other healthy women her age. The photo is winning loads of online support.
While no one seems to be sure exactly how the leak started in the first place, the original shots were part of a December 2013 Marie Claire Mexico cover shoot. The fashion industry often takes a lot of heat for continuously peddling the idea that the women featured are actually perfect. The truth is that even the hottest women, such as Crawford, are photoshopped until nearly every blemish and imperfection is erased.
Support online for Crawford's real body has been rock solid because the general consensus is that it is great to see a real representation of a 48-year-old, healthy mom of two. Even other celebrities are throwing their support her way. Jamie Lee Curtis went so far as to post a photo of herself stripped down with her real body on display beside the photo of Crawford that has been circulating.
Crawford is an amazing example of a woman who is doing everything within her power to take care of herself, but will never again look completely perfect. She also recently announced a new meal plan, Cindy's Essentials, which is intended to help other women begin to eat healthier on a daily basis, according to People. This has actually opened up an interesting dialogue.
Readers: Should magazines continue to sell the fantasy of perfection or should real bodies, flaws and all, start to find their way into real advertising? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below.
