Laurel Dickman

Instead of spending time looking at smaller bodies that the world suggests you should be aspiring toward, why not surround yourself with images of fat people with bodies like yours — who are living their best lives and seriously having fun in their swimsuits?

We honor these eight plus-size queer activist Instagrammers who are changing the world around them. They also have incredible fashion sense!

Ditch the fast fashion polyester cold-shoulder top and invest in classic, well-made Indie plus-size pieces with true staying power.

By merely standing up for herself and showing the world what that can look like, Hage became an everyday hero.

Few things make a body feel better than less things holding it back, be it physical, emotional, or gravitational.

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Advocate for your needs. Just do whatever it takes to change up your scenery. It’s time to go the f*ck outside.

These plus-size dancers joyfully jiggle and shake their bodies! Keep them in mind the next time you want to hit the dancefloor!

Regardless of what the word around us may want you to believe, protest and resistance are two of the most patriotic things that a person can do. To desire better for yourself, your loved ones, your neighbors, and your country is a good thing

Check out these great plus size looks for festival season, even if you’re just rocking them while listening to your favorite playlist.