At first glance, body positivity—a social movement rooted in challenging beauty standards—and naturism—the practice of social nudity—might seem like natural bedfellows. But in reality, their relationship is nuanced. While one fights to dismantle the gaze of the observer, the other removes the armor of the observed.
However, the tide is turning. Modern naturism is actively working to decolonize its image.
On a naturist beach, however, the illusion vanishes instantly.