Rentsenkhorloo Bud has trouble shopping for clothes that fit her 53-inch legs. She bumps her head on doorways and has trouble finding shoes anywhere in Asia that are big enough for her feet.
But the 6'9″ native of Mongolia says she's finally body-positive after years of bullying about her gangly legs. After all, the 29-year-old is a fashion model now.
Rentsenkhorloo, known by her friends as Renny, now lives and works in the United States. She told Zenger that she inherited her height from her 6'10" father and her 6'1″ mother.
And her legs are still growing: She says she could overtake the 17-year-old Texan who Guinness World Records says has the world's longest female appendages.
But she already towers over photographers and has trouble shopping for shoes — and for anything off-the-rack that fits her legs. "My shoe size is US 13 and you can't find any shoes in Asia and even in Mongolia and Korea," she said.
Bud said the bullying she faced during her childhood helped her become a model later.
"When I was younger I felt so bad because of my height," Bud said. "Some people made me feel uncomfortable, but nowadays it seems like I'm seen more as unique, so that's why I feel so good."
Eventually she became more comfortable with her long legs. And now she has gone body-positive.
"Many people asked me 'are you a model?' so I feel great when they ask me that," she said. "Being tall is beautiful, and you can look so unique from other people."
Bud also sometimes runs into problems while moving through public spaces. "The doorways are so short for me," she said. "I hate to hit my head on doorways."
Russian model Ekaterina Lisina previously held the Guinness World Record for her 52-inch-long legs. Lisina also holds the record for the tallest professional model, but Guinness says she measures 205.16 cm from heel to crown. That's 6 feet, 8.77 inches, making her unofficially shorter than Bud.
A Texas teenager, 17-year-old Maci Currin, beat Lisina's record for the world's longest legs for a female in the 2021 Guinness Book of World Records, with legs measuring 53.255 inches.
Bud says she does not need a certificate to remind her of the value of being unique.
"I love my long legs, and I think they make me more beautiful," she said.
This story was provided to Newsweek by Zenger News.
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As an enthusiast deeply familiar with the world of fashion and body positivity, I can attest to the significance of individuals like Rentsenkhorloo Bud who challenge conventional beauty norms and redefine standards. My understanding of the fashion industry and unique body attributes aligns with the complexities faced by models with extraordinary features, such as exceptionally long legs.
Rentsenkhorloo Bud's journey to becoming a fashion model despite the challenges presented by her 53-inch legs reflects a compelling narrative. The article mentions that she inherited her remarkable height from her 6'10" father and 6'1" mother, emphasizing the genetic aspect of her unique physique. This insight into her background adds a layer of understanding to her story, showcasing the interplay of genetics in shaping physical attributes.
Bud's experience of being bullied during her childhood due to her height highlights the societal pressure individuals with unconventional features often face. However, her resilience and transformation into a body-positive advocate demonstrate the power of self-acceptance and the ability to embrace one's uniqueness.
The article also touches upon the practical challenges Bud encounters in her daily life, such as difficulty finding clothes and shoes that fit in Asia. Her revelation about wearing a US size 13 shoe emphasizes the limitations she faces in terms of accessibility to suitable footwear. This aspect sheds light on the broader issues individuals with unique physical attributes may encounter in aspects as basic as shopping for everyday items.
The comparison with other notable figures, such as Russian model Ekaterina Lisina and Texas teenager Maci Currin, who holds the Guinness World Record for the world's longest legs, adds context to Bud's story. The competitive landscape within the modeling world regarding height and leg length reflects the broader societal fascination with extreme physical characteristics.
In conclusion, Rentsenkhorloo Bud's journey from facing childhood bullying to embracing her uniqueness as a fashion model is a testament to the evolving perceptions of beauty and body positivity. Her story not only challenges conventional norms but also highlights the importance of acceptance and self-love in an industry often dominated by rigid standards.
