Barbie Ferreira’s height is 5 feet 5 inches (1.68 m and 168 cm) and she weighs 98kg, which is 216 when measured in pounds.
Barbie Ferreira’s height and weight have been one of the hot topics lots of the her fans search lately. This is not surprising to many as the model is one with a height that is a bit contradictory to her weight. Read on as we unravel all that is to be known about Barbie Ferreira’s height, weight, and other body measurements.
Barbie Ferreira’s Bio Summary
- Barbie Ferreira’s Age: 27 years old
- Birthday:Â December 14, 1996
- Birthplace: Queens, New York, United States
- Birth Sign:Â Sagittarius
- Ethnicity: Mixed
- Nationality:Â American
- Siblings: Sky Ferreira, Barbara Linhares, and Kat Hernandez
- Height:Â 5 feet 5 inches (1.68 m or 168 cm)
- Weight: 98Â kg
- Mother:Â Janna Seppe
- Body Measurement:40 inches (chest size), 34 inches (waist size), and 48 inches (Hips size)
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Black
How Tall Is Barbie Ferreira?
Barbie Ferreira’s height is listed at 5 feet 5 inches (1.68 m and 168 cm). This puts her in the category of American females with heights above average, going by a 2018 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to the report, the average height of female Americans over the age of 20 years is 5 feet 4 inches, of which Barbie’s height gives her an inch advantage.
Because of her plus-size body structure, her height is noticeable. Reports have it that she stands shorter than most female American plus-size models. This is based on a study conducted by researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM), which shows that the average height of American plus-size models is 5.7 (69 inches).
Barbie Ferreira’s Height Compared To Jennie Runk
Jennie Runk is an American New York-based plus-size model who was discovered in 2003, however, she did not become a full-time model until 2011. She eventually became famous internationally for her appearance in H&M’s summer 2013 beachwear campaign. She stands 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m and 178 cm) tall, which makes her 5 inches taller than Barbie.
Barbie Ferreira is 4 Inches Shorter Than Tara Lynn
It is also observed that Barbie is 4 inches shorter than her fellow plus-size model, Tara Lynn. Tara is an American model who is 5 feet 9 inches tall, which can also be represented in the metric system as 1.75 m and 175 cm.
Below are some other famous American plus-size models who are taller than Barbie;
- Tess Holliday – 5 feet 6 inches
- Denis Bidot – 5 feet 11 inches
- Hunter McGrady – 5 feet 11 inches
- Hayley Hasselhoff – 5 feet 7 inches
- Candice Huffine – 5 feet 7 inches
What Is Barbie Ferreira’s Weight?
The American plus-size model reportedly weighs 98 kg (216 pounds). If this figure and that of her height are anything to go by then Barbie is overweight, according to the result of her Body Mass Index calculation, which shows that she has a BMI of 34.7 kg/m² and is already in obese class I.
According to the information on Calculator.net, the healthy weight for her height is between 52.2 kgs – 70.6 kgs and so she’ll need to lose at least 27.4 kgs to get into the healthy BMI range of 25 kg/m².
She Has Been Adding Weight Since She Started Her Modeling Career
When Barbie first began modeling, she wore a size 12 dress, but that’s no longer the case as she has since gained a lot of weight, going from dress size 12 to 14 to 16. But despite her weight, she is still gaining more fame online and has a sizable number of Tumblr followers, thanks to her unique appearance, which is characterized by a “pastel grunge” aesthetic, as well as her long hair and septum ring.
Barbie Ferreira Faced Lots Of Criticisms For Being Plus Sized
Barbie Ferreira first became known by a good number of people for her content on Tumblr, where she had amassed quite an impressive number of followers. Being in the public eye in a world where many consider being plus-sized old-fashioned, she faced lots of criticism as well as encouragement.
Some of her followers advised her to pursue modeling, which made her happy because she always felt self-conscious about her weight. Barbie eventually decided to submit her pictures to an American Apparel open casting call despite her fears. Luckily for her, she was picked and from there, she began her journey in showbiz as a model.
Meanwhile Barbie had a blog and because she wasn’t comfortable with her body, she posted pictures that showed only her face on the website. Shortly after she kicked off her modeling career she started facing the comments of critics.
She received the first blow after a picture that showed her full view was reblogged like 10,000 times and each one made fun of her. Seeing the impact of the destructive criticisms on her daughter, her mother asked her to quit modeling. However, she chose to ignore the critics and keep moving. Not long after, she struck a deal with American Eagle’s Aerie, a women clothing brand.
Thanks to her determination, Barbie was able stand up for herself and other women with plus sized bodies. This gained her fame as she became a body-positive role model. In 2016, she was at the fore front of Aerie’s swimwear campaign in which her unedited bikini pictures were released.
The pictures, which have been described as not only beautiful, but empowering, caught the interest of the Wilhelmina curve division and as a result, they hired Barbie. Her fame gave her the platform to bag modeling deals with brands like Lane Bryant, ASOS, and Target.
A Look At The Model’s Body Measurements
The plus-size model’s body measurements are chest size – 40 inches or 102 cm, waist size – 34 inches or 86 cm, and hips size – 48 inches or 122 cm. Many people believe Barbie Ferreira underwent surgery to obtain her curvy shape as she has a large bust and broad hips.
There has also been speculations that she may have had a facelift or received Botox injections to achieve the stunning facial characteristics she currently possesses. The model cum actress, however, has never mentioned having such cosmetic procedures done on her face or body. So, it is reasonable to assume that she is a natural beauty.
Barbie Ferreira’s Diet Plan Helped In Building Her Unique Body Shape
Barbie Ferreira enjoys food a lot and eats with the intention of staying healthy. As a plus-size model, she shatters the stigma associated with a slim body type. Even in the awkward beginnings of her modeling career, she never denied herself food. In order to learn more about the beautiful model’s healthy eating habits, let’s take a careful look at her diet plan in detail.
A source claims that Barbie’s breakfast mostly revolves around the following:
- Pão De Queijo
- Chimarrão
- Kale smoothies
Barbie Ferreira’s lunch was also revealed to include the following:
- Acarajé
- A steak
- Shrimp tostada
Her meals are usually accompanied by any of the following snacks:
- Burrito
- Tacos truck food
Her dinner includes any of the two below:
- Vinaigrette
- Feijoada
The Model’s Workout Routine Is Mainly For A Healthy, Fit, and Curvy Body
In one of her interviews, Barbie Ferreira stated that she enjoys working out and does not do it to lose weight. She engages in exercises like yoga and aerobics because she desires a healthy, fit, and voluptuous figure.
According to a source, the model follows the following workout program:
- Strength Training
- Reps count
- Cardio Training
- Yoga
