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I’m ‘Britain’s smallest glamour model’ who’s mistaken for my man’s KID – Victoria’s Secret should be using women like me
”BRITAIN’S smaller glamour model” has taken a swipe at lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret for not featuring shorter women like herself.
The iconic underwear brand is famed for its jaw-dropping catwalk shows, where world-famous models – known as Victoria’s Secret Angels – walk down the runway sporting wings and sexy lingerie.
INSTAGRAM/Caitlin HellyerThe 23-year-old is tired of seeing women like her being overlooked by the lingerie brand[/caption]
SWNSCaitlin Hellyer, 23, with her partner Guy Pritchard, 33[/caption]
INSTAGRAM/Caitlin HellyerThe model has achondroplasia dwarfism, a bone growth disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the arms and legs[/caption]
Stars of their shows include top models like mum-of-five Adriana Lima, Miranda Kerr, Gisele Bundchen, Alessandra Ambrosio, Bella Hadid and American TV personality Tyra Banks.
All these stunning women share one trait on top of their gorgeous looks – they’re all towering models.
However, Caitlin Hellyer, who dubs herself ”Britain’s smallest glamour model”, reckons the industry needs to change.
The 23-year-old, from Gloucestershire, is tired of seeing women like her being overlooked by the lingerie brand.
The 3’8ft beauty argues there’s ”no excuse”, especially when other brands, such as Lounge Underwear, have featured shorter models.
“I don’t think Victoria’s Secret has used shorter models. I know Lounge Underwear have in their campaigns, they’ve used two or three. I definitely think there’s room for more diversification,” the brunette stunner told Daily Star.
“If brands like Lounge and Ann Summers can use shorter models, then Victoria’s Secret can too.”
Caitlin, who also expressed interest in working with underwear brand Boux Avenue, thinks that featuring more diverse models in fashion campaigns would help boost women’s body image.
“It would be so much better if women are able to see more ladies they can relate to,” she said.
“Even I struggle with body image, if I see a leggy model, toned stomach, it makes me feel like I’m not seeing people who look like me, so I can’t imagine how other people would feel too.”
Caitlin, an Instagram influencer with 27k followers on her handle @asliceofcait, previously opened up how she constantly gets mistaken for her boyfriend’s child due to their height difference.
The model – who has achondroplasia dwarfism, a bone growth disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the arms and legs – said heads turn when she goes out with 5ft 8in boyfriend Guy Pritchard, 33.
According to the beauty, who also sells racy content on adult sites, the couple get stared at and laughed at – and people even question if their love is genuine.
But Caitlin insisted their two-and-a-half year relationship is just like any other – and they even make jokes about their own differences.
Celebrity couples with height differences
Zendaya (5’10”) and Tom Holland (5’8″)
Cameron Diaz (5’9″) and Benji Madden (5’6″)
Eniko Parrish (5’7″) and Kevin Hart (5’4″)
Gwendoline Christie (6’3″) and Giles Deacon (6′)
Tina Fey (5’5″) and Jeff Richmond (5’2″)
Nicole Kidman (5’11”) and Keith Urban (5’10”)
Helen Lasichanh (5’11”) and Pharrell Williams (5’9″)
Erin Darke (5’7″) and Daniel Radcliffe (5’5″)
The OnlyFans content creator said: “When we met, we hit it off right away and it’s been like that ever since.
“We do get stared at and people do take photos of us – I’ve been mistaken for a child before.
“Sometimes people think I’m his younger sibling – I don’t know how, I’m a 23 year old woman with boobs!
“I hear people sniggering, and we get horrible comments online – people don’t understand it but we don’t care what others say.
“Guy is a man of his word and he’s so genuine – I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. I feel safe and protected.
“There can be genuine relationships with height or ability differences – being shallow only restricts you from finding true love.”
Guy, a marine engineer, said: “I am a strong person and I’m very open about my love towards Caitlin and who she is.
“We love each other and we don’t need to follow a set path to prove that to anyone.”
”BRITAIN’S smaller glamour model” has taken a swipe at lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret for not featuring shorter women like herself.
The iconic underwear brand is famed for its jaw-dropping catwalk shows, where world-famous models – known as Victoria’s Secret Angels – walk down the runway sporting wings and sexy lingerie.
INSTAGRAM/Caitlin HellyerThe 23-year-old is tired of seeing women like her being overlooked by the lingerie brand[/caption]
SWNSCaitlin Hellyer, 23, with her partner Guy Pritchard, 33[/caption]
INSTAGRAM/Caitlin HellyerThe model has achondroplasia dwarfism, a bone growth disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the arms and legs[/caption]
Stars of their shows include top models like mum-of-five Adriana Lima, Miranda Kerr, Gisele Bundchen, Alessandra Ambrosio, Bella Hadid and American TV personality Tyra Banks.
All these stunning women share one trait on top of their gorgeous looks – they’re all towering models.
However, Caitlin Hellyer, who dubs herself ”Britain’s smallest glamour model”, reckons the industry needs to change.
The 23-year-old, from Gloucestershire, is tired of seeing women like her being overlooked by the lingerie brand.
The 3’8ft beauty argues there’s ”no excuse”, especially when other brands, such as Lounge Underwear, have featured shorter models.
“I don’t think Victoria’s Secret has used shorter models. I know Lounge Underwear have in their campaigns, they’ve used two or three. I definitely think there’s room for more diversification,” the brunette stunner told Daily Star.
“If brands like Lounge and Ann Summers can use shorter models, then Victoria’s Secret can too.”
Caitlin, who also expressed interest in working with underwear brand Boux Avenue, thinks that featuring more diverse models in fashion campaigns would help boost women’s body image.
“It would be so much better if women are able to see more ladies they can relate to,” she said.
“Even I struggle with body image, if I see a leggy model, toned stomach, it makes me feel like I’m not seeing people who look like me, so I can’t imagine how other people would feel too.”
Caitlin, an Instagram influencer with 27k followers on her handle @asliceofcait, previously opened up how she constantly gets mistaken for her boyfriend’s child due to their height difference.
The model – who has achondroplasia dwarfism, a bone growth disorder caused by a genetic mutation in the arms and legs – said heads turn when she goes out with 5ft 8in boyfriend Guy Pritchard, 33.
According to the beauty, who also sells racy content on adult sites, the couple get stared at and laughed at – and people even question if their love is genuine.
But Caitlin insisted their two-and-a-half year relationship is just like any other – and they even make jokes about their own differences.
Celebrity couples with height differences
Zendaya (5’10”) and Tom Holland (5’8″)
Cameron Diaz (5’9″) and Benji Madden (5’6″)
Eniko Parrish (5’7″) and Kevin Hart (5’4″)
Gwendoline Christie (6’3″) and Giles Deacon (6′)
Tina Fey (5’5″) and Jeff Richmond (5’2″)
Nicole Kidman (5’11”) and Keith Urban (5’10”)
Helen Lasichanh (5’11”) and Pharrell Williams (5’9″)
Erin Darke (5’7″) and Daniel Radcliffe (5’5″)
The OnlyFans content creator said: “When we met, we hit it off right away and it’s been like that ever since.
“We do get stared at and people do take photos of us – I’ve been mistaken for a child before.
“Sometimes people think I’m his younger sibling – I don’t know how, I’m a 23 year old woman with boobs!
“I hear people sniggering, and we get horrible comments online – people don’t understand it but we don’t care what others say.
“Guy is a man of his word and he’s so genuine – I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. I feel safe and protected.
“There can be genuine relationships with height or ability differences – being shallow only restricts you from finding true love.”
Guy, a marine engineer, said: “I am a strong person and I’m very open about my love towards Caitlin and who she is.
“We love each other and we don’t need to follow a set path to prove that to anyone.”
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