Outrage over bikini runway show starring Playboy model, critics slam swimwear label for casting ‘tiny white women’ and only ONE plus-size model – but supporters say ‘there’s nothing wrong with beautiful women’
A swimwear show has sparked outrage at the lack of “diversity” among models.
Beach Bunny presented its latest collection of skimpy swimsuits at Miami Swim Week, an annual swimwear event in Florida. A video of the event posted online on Friday sparked anger from social media users.
The show was hosted by former Playboy model Joy Corrigan, who flaunted her lithe and athletic physique in a row of skimpy bikinis on the catwalk.
The 28-year-old shared footage of her catwalk moment on Instagram this week and wrote: “Pure JOY walking for @beachbunnyswimwear thanks for having me back with my family.”
Beach Bunny also posted a video from the event on their official Instagram page, showing off their beautiful models in revealing swimwear.
A swimwear show has sparked outrage at the lack of “diversity” among models. The show was hosted by former Playboy model Joy Corrigan (pictured).
Beach Bunny presented its latest collection of skimpy swimsuits at Miami Swim Week, an annual swimwear event in Florida. A video of the event posted online on Friday sparked anger from social media users
Not everyone was happy with what they saw, and many who viewed the clips expressed disgust.
“It would be nice to see more realistic body types.” “A plus-size model just can’t make it,” one complained.
“Two curvy models… groundbreaking,” wrote another angry person in the comments.
“Wow…a bunch of tiny mostly white women.” “So much variety,” said another.
“Every girl looks alike! “It’s crazy that you guys hire the same girls every year instead of changing it up and adding new faces and exotic models to the show,” chimed in someone else.
Beach Bunny also posted a video from the event on their official Instagram page, showing off their beautiful models in revealing swimwear
Not everyone was happy with what they saw, and many who viewed the clips expressed disgust
“Wow…a bunch of tiny mostly white women.” “So much variety,” said one person
“Honestly, you’re going to get fewer views for it this year. Change it and see how relevant you become again,” they added.
“You need more body types!” “They only have two types here,” added another one in the comments.
Others were impressed by the stunning models and one said: “Nice suits on beautiful ladies.”
Another person agreed: “Victoria’s Secret is moving.” “This company has clearly defined its priorities.”
“It’s crazy to me that a company can’t still only cater to ‘thin’ people and have ‘thin’ models,” argued another.
While some criticized the brand, others were impressed by the “beautiful” models
“We’re getting plus-size stores and plus-size models.” “We feel like everything needs to be size inclusive, but that really doesn’t leave these ladies the moment where they’re beautiful,” they added added.
American swimwear brand Beach Bunny was founded in 2004 by former swimsuit model Angela Chittenden.
The global brand is available across the world, but it doesn’t come cheap – popular bikini tops from the company range from AUD$200 to AUD$300, while bottoms are available separately for up to AUD$400 each for the more upscale options.
American swimwear brand Beach Bunny was founded in 2004 by former swimsuit model Angela Chittenden