Lizzo has been a long-time supporter of the body positivity movement. Since her initial rise to stardom in 2017, she has been battling with negativity towards her body. As a result, Lizzo works hard to uplift those who are dealing with insecurities through her music and brand. She has become a prominent advocate for self-love and acceptance in the entertainment industry. And she is not shy to call out those who she feels are exploiting the movement for monetary gain.
One such company that Lizzo is calling out is Victoria’s Secret, a popular lingerie brand. On March 5th, 2023, Lizzo sent out a tweet in response to the brand’s promotional video for their upcoming fashion show. Victoria’s Secret is well known for its fashion shows, but the shows have been on a four-year-long hiatus. Now they are back, and sporting women of all shapes and sizes in their lingerie. While many are thrilled at the apparently new inclusivity of the brand, the famous artist is quick to show skepticism.
Lizzo Is Quick To Call Out Victoria’s Secret
“This is a win for inclusivity for inclusivity’s sake,” the artist states in her tweet. “But if brands start doing this only because they’ve received backlash then what happens when the ‘trends’ change again?” Lizzo asks the question that we all need to ask when talking about the inclusivity of large corporations. Her tweet implies that the body positivity that Victoria’s Secret is trying to show off is fake. Many people accuse big businesses of jumping on the body-positive movement for some quick cash.
While the move is seen as a huge step in the right direction for many people, Lizzo remains unimpressed. Lizzo’s message is clear: true body positivity means celebrating all bodies, regardless of their shape and size. It’s not enough for companies to simply pay lip service to diversity. They need to follow through with action by creating clothing and campaigns that reflect their values. While Victoria’s Secret has been making steps towards inclusivity, they still have a long way to go before they truly embrace the movement. “Do the CEOs of these companies value true inclusivity? Or do they just value money?”
(Via)