The history of the Bikini can be traced back to the Roman Empire, when Roman women wore bikini-like garments for competitive athletic events.
Hundreds of years later, French women re-welcomed the Bikini, provoking controversy within the Church and French society. The majority of people first thought this two-piece outfit was too risqué and scandalous, but little-by-little over time it became more acceptable around the globe.
Miss World beauty pageant contestants first wore bikinis in 1951, but the person who truly revolutionized the world with this unique outfit was the one and only Bridget Bardot, when she was first photographed wearing a Bikini at the Beach during the Cannes film festival.
Moving to the real subject of this post, I would like to open my heart to all of you gorgeous friends.
As women, we are often accustomed to thinking that bikinis only belong to Size Zero bodies without imperfections, or women who workout like everyday nonstop.
But truthfully, it is really all about how we feel inside with ourselves
Many women, like myself, are mothers, and of course with pregnancy our bodies change.
I am very proud to share with all of you my history: I gained over 75 pounds in nine months, and after my pregnancy I was very unhappy with the way I looked. So I decided to change that immediately with healthy dieting, exercise, and so much work. But I can tell you, I will never be the same size I was at age 18 or so, but I’m completely happy with who I am now.
No body is perfect, we all have imperfections, and if you don’t, you are one lucky girl!!
But for the majority of us, like it or not, cellulite and stretch marks are our-best friends for life. LOL
… And you know what? It’s no big deal!!
I believe from the bottom of my heart, that every woman has her own beauty, in her own way.
The secret is to accept yourself and be happy for who you are.
So if you think Bikini only belong to Victoria Secret models and Size Zero Chics, I will tell you I disagree a 100%!
It is not about size, it is not about a perfect body, is about being happy in your own skin
Remember, you are beautiful because there is only one you
So, while summer is here, get to the beach or the pool with your bikini and enjoy this precious time of the year.
I always say this: “don’t look for anybody’s approval, only your own.”
Stay fabulous!
Bikini by T.J. Maxx®, black shirt by T.J. Maxx®, sandals by Jessica Simpson, shirt by Zara, shorts by Zara, sweater by Zara.
What a lovely post
You look amazing in the photos!! x
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Look out Sports Illustrated!!!! You put the B in Beauty!!! Love you my sister:-)
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What a wonderful post. I think you look absolutely amazing darling. Even after having a child! Hope I can get back in shape when(if) I have a kid!
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Wowwww unas fotos preciosas!!!
El biquini te sienta espectacular!
Veo que estás pasando un tremendo verano!!!
XOXO
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I just noticed this post and wow you look stunning! Like a model!
Beautiful pictures sweety
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I also think as you that beauty belong to us…not to vS’s models…Look fantastic in all looks
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Wow, you look absolutely amazing!! I’m curious for your idea with the dungarees
Kisses
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Ahh!! you look superrr hot and pretty!!! <3 Love how you actually wore it with a white kaftan!! Super gorgeous!! <3 And indeed a pretty colour for summer!
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Stunning chic is the perfect name for your blog because that is exactly what you are in these posts!
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I completely agree with you, bikinis are meant for every woman!
You looks beautiful in yours, gotta say, blue is your color!
xxx
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Qué guapa estás!!! ideal el bikini, además nos ha encantado como has completado el outfit.
Y qué decirte del paisaje, no puede ser más espectacular. Geniales las fotografías.
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you look fabulous..love your bikini..kiss
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Hi Honey!
What a beautiful pics!!!
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amazing!
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You look stunning dear!
kisses
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You look fabulous in bikini and shorts on the beach.
♥
xoxo Ra
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Beautiful shots!!!
Lena
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preciosas fotos
besos
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Que bonitas fotos, estás guapísima
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Hi Gemma! You are really a beautiful woman!!!! Nice choice for this bikini…..Kisses (and thank you for your visit),
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You look fab, Gemma:) So agree that it’s all about being comfortable in your own skin.
Perfect body dear!! Kisses!
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Great post xx
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You look great, hun!!!
Beautiful photos! 😀
xxx
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have a nice week end!
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Lovely photos! You look incredible in that bikini <3
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Amazing post!
xo!
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So stunning dear
You have such an amazing body
Cheers
I love this post. Also was interesting to read about the history of the bikini, I didn’t know that!
Corinne x
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Those bikinis are perfect
Bisous !
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Such a lovely look – you always look great!!! Can’t wait to see more outfit posts from you!
Layla xx
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Wow you look amazing in bikini! These pictures are fantastic!!
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What a nice post. So much truth in what you said. Non of us are perfect and we need to cut ourselves some slack. You look beautiful, Gemma!
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Hi dear! Beautiful post,your blog it’s gorgeous! <3
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Stunning with this summer outfit
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Have a great day, i wait for a new look
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Lovely summer look ^^
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You looke phenomenal, beautiful views, probably a great holiday
greetings from Poland!!! 
Stunning!!
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Hello sweetie:) you look beautiful! Soooo cool pictures, have a super day:)
How sexy and cute you are! Glad to have a chance to know you more, looking forward to getting together.
Ying
You rock these Bikini Mom:). stunning:). Beautiful place.
You look AMAZING!!! We share very similar stories! I gave birth to a wonderful boy two years ago, and yeah, I really gained some weight through pregnancy; I didn’t mind at the time because I felt wonderful while I was pregnant, in a state of grace, if you know what I mean,… But some time after giving birth I began feeling unhappy with the way I looked and decided to do something about it. I can say now that I never felt better, I really love the way I look and feel by the age of 43!
Thanks for sharing, this is a truly inspiring post!
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gemma you look stunning as your stunningchic blog, love your post and your bikini, seems you having a great time. hope you have a lovely weekend. new post on blog http://jenniquecreatives.blogspot.co.uk/
Your are a living beach dream! And I love the outfits you show here <3
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wow you have the perfect body!!!
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Wow!! darling you are amazing!! So cute and nice!! kisses!!
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so nice and pretty pics
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Wonderful photos!! Great outfit!!
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You look wonderful in this bikini! beautiful pictures and amazing place!
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You look awesome, girl! So proud of you shedding your baby weight the healthy way. It’s a dog eat dog world out there but I know that I am my own worst enemy and constantly comparing myself to others {or even my once skinnier self}. Thank you for this beautiful reminder that every woman is beautiful!
Gorgeous !!! you look lovely babe
kisses
This bikini looks amazing on you, my dear, I love color of it (which suits to you a lot!)
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you’re very very very beutiful in this shooting. the location is awesome!
Un abbraccio,
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Great place! Beautiful bikini.
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This location is reallt great and your bikini is so amazing!
Kisses
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Wow you look fabulous!!! I love the cute bikini and I totally agree with you. No one is perfect that would be boring. Everyone has the right to rock their bikini 😀
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Great pictures and bikini
..you are a beautiful mom 
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Wow you’re such an inspiration inside and out……thanks for empowering all of us to get rid of those body image issues!!!
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love the bikini and the shorts but most of all love your smile;)You look soo happy and carefree!
I loved what you had to say, so positive and uplifting to all women! Great job and the photos are great, I love the effect you used around the edges. It gives beach photos an ethereal, soft appearance, perfect, good idea!
Oh very cute pics!
xx
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Oh very cute pics!
xx
Amazing pictures!
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Amazing photos dear.=)
Thanks for the ideas on how to cover up a bikini without using a beach cover-up! The pictures are lovely… You look like Brigitte Bardot, beautiful.
your bikini fits you great and the color is awesome.
xxx
mari
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awesome place ! and love your shorts ! ;D
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You look great! Lovely photos!
Cute bikini!
xx
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cool pics, u look fab!
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Amazing pictures! I love the bikini!
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That beach looks amazing! Awesome post!
Loved what you wrote, its so true! And you look so stunning!
xo!
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Ces photos sont superbes !!
Bisous
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amazing bikini Gemma!!! love the pics! magical!
Love the bikini colour! 😀
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Estas espectacular, las fotos estan bellisimas el lugar que escogiste para tomarte las fotos es paradisiaco tu estas bellisima. Felicidades
Years of 50th? It’s amazing that bikini is so young.
You look incredible! I love this pics. Sea is the best thing in the life!
xoxo
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Beautiful!
Great post with a very important message!
You look stunning!
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