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Mindy Kaling explores body confidence with new swimwear collab
Mindy Kaling and Andie Swim are partnering for a “bold and empowering” collection.
If you’re one of Mindy Kaling’s 6.5 million Instagram followers, then you know how much the actress loves fashion and getting dressed up. ‘The Office’ alum frequently posts photos of herself dolled up in costume gowns and trendy new dresses.
However, Kaling is experimenting with a new type of clothing, swimwear. The actress is collaborating with Andie Swim to produce a 33-piece collection of bathing suits, bikinis, and coverups.
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Kaling explained why the line is so important to her and how she feels about conversations around her body.
“I’ve been a fan of Andie Swim for years. I’ve had six different iterations of my body in the past five years [Kaling is mother to daughter Katherine Swati, 5, and son Spencer Avu, 2], and Andie has always been incredibly flattering. So when they wanted to work with me on this collection, I was thrilled,” the actress revealed.
Becoming a mother
She also opened up about how becoming a mother can sometimes change how you want to dress.
“It’s not like you become a mom and you give up on looking cute and sexy and all you want to wear is a modest navy bathing suit. I don’t need to have a skirted bathing suit. These pieces make me feel young and carefree — they’re not too revealing, they give me support where I need it and the colors are gorgeous.”
She continued, “I’m not someone where every piece of clothing is flattering on me. I am curvy and I have big thighs, and the collection is great for my body type. And I think a lot of women will like it for themselves as well.”
Weight loss comments
When asked if Kaling pays attention to the comments made about her body or weight loss, she replied, “I know people are really interested in the changes in my body, and I think it’s flattering but sometimes it’s just a little much, so I try not to tune into it.”
“The truth is that I spend so much time and energy trying to be healthy. I run or hike 20 miles a week and I lift weights. It’s a big commitment for me. I basically live in workout clothes so I can get it in,” she concludes.