The Unspoken Rule Chrissy Metz Thinks Curvy Women Should Break

Updated on March 14, 2017 at 7:00 AM

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We dare you to not fall in love with Chrissy Metz's debut fashion photo shoot. The This Is Us star channeled her inner pinup girl for Harper's Bazaar, and not only were the shots on fire, but her messages were powerful too. The star is known for being open about her weight and championing other women to accept themselves, no matter what size they are.

"If you can't love who you are now, you can't get to the place you want to be," Chrissy said. "It's a daily lesson for all of us. I'm paving the way for other women and men who know they're destined for greatness but they don't believe it yet."

In Hollywood, where slimness is celebrated, Chrissy's message of self-acceptance shines through. She not only looked happy (and amazing) in a polka-dotted dress, but her comfort in her own skin is empowering too. "There's more room for all of us now — no matter our sexuality, race, body size, gender or whatever else," she said. It's with these words and her own style that will motivate women all around. Scroll on to see more of Chrissy's photo shoot.

On Her Stylist, Jordan Grossman

"She knows what works on me. She's given me permission to try different things.”

On the Color Curvy Women Are Always Told to Wear

Chrissy revealed that it's "still slim pickings for plus-size women, especially for formal wear," but some labels have rushed to dress her. The star also revealed that Eloquii, Michael Costello, and Lane Bryant have encouraged her to try other colors besides "only black" — the unspoken color rule for curvy women.

On Her Style

"I want to wear something because I love it, not because it follows the rules."

On How She Feels About "Worst Dressed" Lists

"Like, if I ever end up on the worst dressed list, it's not going to make me fall apart. I want to look great and feel good and be comfortable, but at the same time, none of this really matters. This is the fun stuff."