The New Rules of Confidence: Angelina Love’s Journey to Self-Love and Fearless Beauty
(Editorial originally published on November 22, 2022)
Second-generation Mexican-American. Dreamer. Fighter. Bare Model. This is Angelina Love’s story.
Angelina Love moved across the country to Los Angeles with one bold goal — to pursue modeling full-time. As the oldest sibling with family responsibilities, her journey wasn’t easy. Growing up, she stood out: curvier than her peers, with hips, boobs, and curly hair — qualities that made her feel different in a world chasing beauty standards that rarely included her.
Her journey wasn’t smooth. Auditions, rejections, and societal expectations challenged her at every turn. But those challenges shaped her resilience. They taught her confidence. And most importantly, they taught her self-love.
“For a very long time, loving myself wasn’t easy. Being around the wrong people made it harder. Eventually, I learned I had to put myself first and be in love with myself before I could allow anyone else to. If I didn’t, I’d believe the negative things said by others. Thankfully, I’ve made it this far — and I plan to go even further.”
Today, Angelina stands as a signed model in LA, ready to release music, embracing her individuality, and inspiring women everywhere. As she says:
“Someone, somewhere has an opinion of me, but I've learned to love my body no matter the shape or size.”
From Self-Criticism to Self-Love
Q: How have you struggled to love your body?
“I've struggled my whole life. My body seems to go against every beauty standard. When stick-skinny was ideal, I was curvier. Now the ideal has shifted, and I’m still told I’m not perfect. What helped me was not letting beauty standards or media define my worth. We are all beautiful in our own ways — our flaws make us stand out.”
Q: How have you struggled loving your slender body?
“It’s been an interesting battle. Many think my body is perfect — but perfection is subjective. When I stopped listening to outside opinions, I found peace. Beauty standards are always changing — so why pay attention to them?”
Q: Do people think you don’t have self-love issues because of your physique?
“Insecurity isn’t reserved for certain people. Just like anyone else, I have mine. I’ve been told I’m too big, too short, too skinny. But I’ve learned to love my body no matter what. I control my own power — and nobody can take that away.”
(Angelina ditched the makeup, kept the glow, and reminded us that confidence is the real contour—oh, and her booty deserves its own spotlight.)
Her First Time Going Bare
For Angelina, shooting topless for the first time wasn’t just a photoshoot — it was a revelation.
“At first, I was nervous. I had never done anything like this in my modeling career. But facing that new territory made me more confident. I learned to pose with my body, not hide behind materials. I felt empowered knowing my story could inspire women worldwide facing similar struggles.”
Shooting without makeup gave her a deeper appreciation for imperfection.
“Seeing imperfections is powerful — in yourself and others. It was challenging at first because we are our own biggest critics. But I learned to love my imperfections — my dark circles, my curves, my body as it is.”
And topless? That brought a new kind of love.
“I’ve always been self-conscious about my breasts, but now I love their shape… cute little things.”
A Message for Women Everywhere
Angelina’s journey reminds us that self-love is not a destination — it’s a constant act of courage.
“Dear ladies, how can the world love your body if you don’t love it yourself? If you don’t give yourself the love first, no one else’s words will matter. Remember, there is only ONE you. That’s your character — something no one can ever take away. Love your body, embrace the process, and spread love. Nothing is worth closing your heart over, especially someone’s negative comment.”
