Over the last few years, Olivia Salo has been one of the most sought after models for maternity wear in both the US and her native Brazil. She is one of the few models to have managed to maintain a successful career in both parts of the world. Being shorter than many traditional models, many expect her to try and squeeze into tiny dresses to hide her height (though this has not been the case in any of her photoshoots), but despite this, she has managed to get some of the highest spots at fashion shows around the world, including the prestigious Milan Fashion Week, which has seen her wearing some really tall, extremely revealing outfits.
This may be surprising to some, given that she is not really a ‘taller’ model by traditional standards, but the fact remains that she carries herself with confidence and self-assurance in all aspects of her career. At an age where many expect their female counterparts to soften their stance to allow for pregnancy and childbirth, Olivia has instead displayed her independence by not letting this influence her choice of wardrobe. As well as the clothes that she chooses to wear, it seems that height and childbirth are not factors that would have impacted on her choices. This can be seen in her choice of fragrance, in which she has chosen to play down the smell of pregnancy and instead stick to a more feminine, heady fragrance. Despite being married for 20 years and having a baby, Olivia still seems to be able to carry the physical stature of a woman in all aspects of her life.
The fact that she has the confidence and independence to pursue a career in modeling, without ever letting pregnancy and or childbirth affect her choice of clothing or lifestyle should reassure anyone that height does not necessarily have to come with a negative stigma. If anything, being slightly taller will enable you to feel more assured about taking on whatever job you choose, because you will have the confidence in your body to do so. Being tall also means that you can be the central focal point of any conversation, which is something that many women struggle with when they are reduced to a height that does not fit their natural stature. This sense of control, empowerment and attraction is something that many single moms and their partners will benefit from when they consider the options that are available to them.