By emma hynes
Despite having won more Grand Slam singles titles than any other player in the sport, Olympian Serena Williams has dealt with body shamers for most of her life due to her muscular figure.
Williams continues to embrace her curvaceous build, especially after welcoming two daughters with her husband, Alex Ohanian.
After taking time to rest post-birth, in 2024 she inspired her Instagram followers by documenting her mission to fit into a stunning Valentino skirt.
Last January, Serena Williams’ social media lit up with a video she cleverly captioned, “The Diary of a Denim Skirt (part 1),” showcasing her struggle to fit into the designer piece.
"I feel like if I go to the gym and get fit, I’ll be able to fit it in a month," Williams ambitiously predicted.
Midway through 2024, the mother of two returned with an update, urging followers not to share any negative thoughts in the comments.
While the Valentino skirt now hugged her hips, she still failed to zip it up. “It’s been a very long journey, so thank you for joining me,” Williams admitted in July.
Before transitioning into 2025, Serena Williams offered a final update on her “Diary of a Denim Skirt” saga. Much to her delight, the tennis champion reached her goal.
"It fits. An ounce more, it wouldn’t fit. I’m a Laffy Taffy or Skittle away from it not fitting,” the 43-year-old joked.
Besides hitting the gym and adjusting her diet, Williams credits radio frequency treatment with helping boost her confidence after birthing her daughters.
“The results have been amazing. I can see progress with my skin going back to normal and my confidence coming back."
Williams acknowledged that while her body is forever changed after motherhood, she wears her scars with pride.
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