Lisa Snowdon, 53, posted photographs of herself in a pink and orange bikini and used the accompanying caption to say she is "coming out the other side of menopause" after a period that eroded her confidence and sleep.
In the post, the former model and television presenter quoted Oscar Wilde — "Be yourself, everyone else is taken" — and wrote that the line had resonated with her. She described a renewed relationship with herself, saying the phase following menopause had brought what she called "a lovely light, and energy" and encouraged women to practice self-love and self-care.
Snowdon, who posed wearing a pink bandeau top, orange tie-side bottoms and a purple kimono while appearing makeup-free, said she shares swimwear photos and reels not for validation but to "encourage self love, self confidence, to encourage other women my age, younger or older to learn to love who they are." She added that some people might label such posts as "narcissistic and/or vain," but said that was not her intent and that she was proud to feel strong and body confident as she approaches 54.
In the caption she also referenced having written about the experience in a book and reflected on how menopause had affected her: "Coming out the other side of menopause and all the years it drained me of my confidence, my sleep, my joy, of who I was." She encouraged followers to "continue in your lane, working on yourself, reaching your full potential, learning from the lessons each day."
Snowdon shared practical tips drawn from her years in fashion, advising on lighting and angles when taking photos. "Find your light, or shade as this case may be," she wrote, adding that bright, direct sunlight can cast unflattering shapes and that late-day or covered lighting can be more complimentary.
Snowdon first gained public attention after being discovered as a model at 19. She established a career in high fashion and later moved into broadcasting, hosting Britain's Next Top Model and co-presenting the Capital FM London Breakfast Show. Her television profile grew following a stint on Strictly Come Dancing and other screen appearances.
Her personal life has also attracted attention; media coverage in the 2000s noted a high-profile relationship with actor George Clooney. Snowdon has continued to work in media and fashion into her 50s, using social media to share aspects of her professional life and personal reflections.
The post follows a broader trend of public figures discussing menopause and midlife body confidence, and of established models and presenters posting style and lifestyle images to challenge age-related stereotypes. Snowdon's message combined personal anecdote, practical photography advice and an appeal to followers to pursue authenticity and self-acceptance.
Snowdon did not provide medical or therapeutic guidance in the post; her remarks were framed as personal experience and encouragement to others navigating similar life stages.