The so-called “Thigh Gap” describes the visible distance between the thighs when a person stands with their feet closed. In the fashion and social media world, this feature has been staged for years as part of a certain beauty ideal – especially in connection with very slender body images. This trend, especially in the early 2010s, shaped campaigns, catwalks, and platforms like Instagram, setting a hard-to-reach ideal for many.

It is often overlooked that the presence of a “thigh gap” does not solely depend on body weight. Factors such as pelvis shape, bone structure, and individual proportions play a crucial role. For many people, this feature is therefore simply not available, regardless of fitness or lifestyle.