Throughout history, societal expectations have not only dictated behavioral norms but also defined beauty standards. Even prominent female figures in the public eye feel the weight of these expectations. While some worry about conforming to mainstream trends and meeting societal demands, others bravely defy these standards and embrace their natural selves. In acknowledging this, we express admiration for the stunning and influential women who refuse to be confined by social norms, choosing instead to showcase their authentic beauty.
Emilia Clarke never fails to remind everyone that expression lines are completely natural.
Castel Franck / ABACA / Abaca / East News
Scarlett Johansson and Lady Gaga are not ashamed of their stretch marks. We also don’t understand why someone could ever be criticized because of them.
HNW / PictureLux / PictureLux / agefotostock / East News, Kristin Callahan / Everett Collection / East News
The fuzz on her face doesn’t stop Eva Longoria from feeling fabulous.
Adriana M. Barraza / WENN.com / agefotostock / East News
Dune star Rebecca Ferguson isn’t hiding a noticeable birthmark on her arm.
Cristiano Minichiello / AGF / SIPA / Sipa Press Russia / East News
Many would have already gotten rid of their wrinkles if they were in Sarah Jessica Parker’s place. But the movie star believes that it makes no sense to listen to such criticism.
RCF / MEGA / Mega Agency / East News
Throughout her career, Gal Gadot has faced criticism for her small bust. But as we can see, the actress is not too bothered by it.
Elizabeth Goodenough / Everett Collection / East News, Elizabeth Goodenough / Everett Collection / East News
Kate Moss conquered the world’s runways, even without having conventionally perfect legs.
Phil Loftus / Capital Pictures / East News, Jonathan Short / Invision / AP / East News
Florence Pugh is not worried about the folds in the waist area and confidently wears dresses with an open back.
Scott Garfitt/Invision/East News
Kate Bosworth doesn’t even think about hiding her protruding ears. Why bother when the woman looks great anyway?
Stars Image Bank / KCS / East News, RCF / MEGA / Mega Agency / East News
Lily-Rose Depp knows that a mini-skirt is the best weapon in the fight against haters who are always dissatisfied with the shape of other people’s legs.
Moritz Thibaud / ABACA / Abaca / East News, Moritz Thibaud / ABACA / Abaca / East News
Neither the Venus rings around her neck nor the double chin make Priyanka Chopra any less charming.
Gwendoline Christie, like many women, wants to feel “on top.” And her height of 6"3′ doesn’t stop her from wearing high heels.
Shootpix / ABACA / East News
Being “too” natural didn’t stop Frances McDormand from winning 4 Oscars. She doesn’t feel insecure at all and seems to ignore haters.
Lia Toby / WENN.com / agefotostock / East News
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan confidently showcased her curves at the screening of the film Deux Jours, Une Nuit (Two Days, One Night) during the 67th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, in 2014.
AFP/EAST NEWS
Millie Bobby Brown is getting real with her fans about her acne in makeup-free selfies.
Carey Mulligan reminds us that smiles don’t have to be snow white to be completely charming.
Jordan Strauss/Invision/East News
Stay tuned and don’t miss our other compilation featuring celebrities who embrace their gray hair and wrinkles, firmly convinced that these elements only add to their charm.
Preview photo credit Scott Garfitt/Invision/East News, Kristin Callahan/Everett Collection / East News