Dealing with skinny shaming can be frustrating, especially when people think it’s okay to comment on your body size without a second thought.
But you don’t have to take those comments lying down! Whether it’s someone asking if you even eat or making a remark about being “too thin,” having a few witty comebacks ready can help you stand up for yourself while keeping the mood light.
Here are 25 skinny-shaming comebacks that will put the haters in their place without breaking a sweat.
Top List Of 25 Skinny Shaming Comebacks
- “I save money on clothes and snacksโthanks for noticing!”
- “Oh, sorry, I was too busy living my best life to worry about that.”
- “Guess that means Iโll never have to worry about running out of sunscreen!”
- “Iโd rather be ‘skinny’ than rude.”
- “Well, someoneโs got to be the skinny legend here!”
- “Thanks, I was going for that runway model look!”
- “At least I donโt break chairs when I sit.”
- “My doctor says Iโm perfectโthanks for your concern, though!”
- “Iโm made for speed and agility, like a cheetah.”
- “Funny, I thought body shaming went out of style in the 90s.”
- “You must be confusing me with someone who cares.”
- “Iโm not skinny, Iโm aerodynamic!”
- “Must be nice to have so much free time to comment on other peopleโs bodies.”
- “And I thought we left middle school behind usโฆ”
- “Iโll send your concerns to the diet committeeโoh wait, I donโt have one!”
- “I’d rather be skinny than have a skinny brain.”
- “I can eat whatever I wantโjealous?”
- “Who knew my size would bring out the critics!”
- “Last time I checked, I wasnโt asking for your opinion.”
- “Iโll take that as a compliment!”
- “At least I can fit through tight spaces.”
- “Sorry, I’m too busy loving myself to listen.”
- “Guess Iโm just built for efficiency.”
- “Is that the best youโve got?”
- “If Iโm so skinny, how come Iโm taking up all this space in your head?”
1. “I save money on clothes and snacksโthanks for noticing!”
This comeback highlights the practical benefits of being slender, flipping the comment into a positive.
Examples:
- “Yup, I fit into kids’ sizesโtalk about a discount!”
- “Less food means more savings. Smart, right?”
- “Thanks to my size, I never splurge on food. Winning!”
2. “Oh, sorry, I was too busy living my best life to worry about that.”
This response shows that you’re too busy enjoying life to be bothered by petty comments.
Examples:
- “Between traveling and fun, I forgot to care about your opinion!”
- “Busy with success and happiness, not diet drama!”
- “My lifeโs too full of joy to focus on weight.”
3. “Guess that means Iโll never have to worry about running out of sunscreen!”
This is a playful way of saying you donโt need much to protect your skin because of your smaller size.
Examples:
- “My bottle of sunscreen lasts foreverโtalk about efficiency!”
- “Sunscreen for days! Less skin, less burn.”
- “Saving money on SPF and enjoying the sun!”
4. “Iโd rather be ‘skinny’ than rude.”
This one flips the script, pointing out that body shaming is far worse than being thin.
Examples:
- “At least Iโm politeโcanโt say the same for you.”
- “Being rude isnโt a good look on anyone.”
- “Iโll take skinny over mean any day.”
5. “Well, someoneโs got to be the skinny legend here!”
This comeback embraces the idea of being a “skinny legend,” turning it into something to be proud of.
Examples:
- “Iconic status? Sign me up!”
- “Skinny legend at your service!”
- “Glad I can represent for the legends.”
6. “Thanks, I was going for that runway model look!”
Here, youโre owning the comment, equating your size with that of high-fashion models.
Examples:
- “Runway readyโthanks for noticing!”
- “Guess Iโm model material, then!”
- “Clearly, Iโm on-trend with my size!”
7. “At least I donโt break chairs when I sit.”
This response is a lighthearted dig at the idea of being too heavy, suggesting that being slim has its perks.
Examples:
- “No chair casualties in my house!”
- “Chairs love meโthey never creak.”
- “Sitting pretty without a worry.”
8. “My doctor says Iโm perfectโthanks for your concern, though!”
This one puts the focus on health, subtly reminding them that your size is just fine.
Examples:
- “Got a clean bill of healthโdoctor approved!”
- “Healthy and happy, just as I am.”
- “Doctor says Iโm all good, so Iโm not worried.”
9. “Iโm made for speed and agility, like a cheetah.”
Comparing yourself to a sleek, fast animal like a cheetah turns the comment into a compliment.
Examples:
- “Speed is my middle nameโthanks!”
- “Iโm built for quick escapes, like a cheetah.”
- “Sleek, fast, and unstoppable!”
10. “Funny, I thought body shaming went out of style in the 90s.”
This comeback highlights how outdated body-shaming comments are, making the person feel behind the times.
Examples:
- “Didnโt body shaming die with low-rise jeans?”
- “Wow, retro insultโvintage, even!”
- “Body shaming? Thatโs so last century.”
11. “You must be confusing me with someone who cares.”
This one shows that their comment doesnโt affect you because you donโt care about their opinion.
Examples:
- “Care meterโs at zeroโnice try, though.”
- “Sorry, caring isnโt in my schedule.”
- “Wrong numberโI donโt care.”
12. “Iโm not skinny, Iโm aerodynamic!”
Here, youโre humorously suggesting that your size makes you more efficient, like a well-designed vehicle.
Examples:
- “Built for speed, not bulk!”
- “Aerodynamic and proud!”
- “Smooth sailing with my slim frame.”
13. “Must be nice to have so much free time to comment on other peopleโs bodies.”
This response puts the focus on the personโs rudeness, suggesting they must be bored to comment on your body.
Examples:
- “Got lots of free time, I seeโhow nice!”
- “Busy judging others? Thatโs a hobby?”
- “Free time for body critiques? Pass.”
14. “And I thought we left middle school behind usโฆ”
This comeback calls out the immaturity of the comment, implying itโs childish to body shame.
Examples:
- “Oh, are we in middle school again?”
- “Didnโt realize we were back in the schoolyard!”
- “Middle school calledโthey want their insult back.”
15. “Iโll send your concerns to the diet committeeโoh wait, I donโt have one!”
This sarcastic response suggests that their comment isnโt important enough for you to care.
Examples:
- “No committee hereโjust me, living my best life.”
- “Iโll let my non-existent committee know.”
- “Oh, no diet committee hereโjust joy.”
16. “I’d rather be skinny than have a skinny brain.”
Here, youโre flipping the comment to imply that their rudeness indicates a lack of intelligence.
Examples:
- “Brains over bodyโevery time!”
- “I prefer intelligence to rudeness.”
- “Smart > body shaming, any day.”
17. “I can eat whatever I wantโjealous?”
This comeback turns the conversation to one of the perks of being slimโfreedom to eat what you like.
Examples:
- “Pizza, burgers, and still this sizeโjealous?”
- “Diet? Never heard of itโeat all day!”
- “Food freedom is the bestโtry it sometime.”
18. “Who knew my size would bring out the critics!”
This sarcastic response shows that youโre amused, not hurt, by their comment.
Examples:
- “Critic corner, over here!”
- “Wow, body critics are out today!”
- “Didnโt know I was signing up for a review.”
19. “Last time I checked, I wasnโt asking for your opinion.”
This oneโs direct and to the point, reminding them that their opinion is neither wanted nor needed.
Examples:
- “Unsolicited opinions? No thanks.”
- “Did I ask? Didnโt think so.”
- “Oh, were you under the impression I cared?”
20. “Iโll take that as a compliment!”
This response takes their comment and turns it into something positive, showing youโre not affected.
Examples:
- “Why, thank youโcompliment accepted!”
- “I hear ‘skinny’ and think ‘fabulous’!”
- “Compliment notedโthanks for that!”
21. “At least I can fit through tight spaces.”
This lighthearted comeback highlights one of the practical perks of being slender.
Examples:
- “Watch me slip through hereโlike magic!”
- “Small spaces? No problem!”
- “Guess Iโm the master of tight spaces!”
22. “Sorry, I’m too busy loving myself to listen.”
This one is all about self-love, showing that you donโt have time for negativity.
Examples:
- “Self-love firstโno room for your comment.”
- “Too busy loving life to care!”
- “Love for myself, no room for hate.”
23. “Guess Iโm just built for efficiency.”
This comeback suggests that your size is a feature, not a flaw, making you more efficient.
Examples:
- “Efficient and effectiveโthatโs me!”
- “Built for speed and agilityโwho needs bulk?”
- “Efficiency is keyโglad Iโm nailing it!”
24. “Is that the best youโve got?”
This one challenges the person, implying that their attempt to insult you is weak.
Examples:
- “Weak insultโgot anything better?”
- “Thatโs all youโve got? Not impressed.”
- “Try harder if you want a reaction!”
25. “If Iโm so skinny, how come Iโm taking up all this space in your head?”
This witty response turns their focus on your size into a joke about how much theyโre thinking about you.
Examples:
- “Wow, rent-free in your mindโimpressive!”
- “Living in your headโno skinny space here!”
- “Taking up space in your mindโmust be doing something right!”
Conclusion
Skinny shaming, like any form of body shaming, is never okay. But having a few clever comebacks in your arsenal can help you brush off those rude comments with confidence and humor. Remember, your worth isn’t defined by your sizeโso stand tall, speak up, and keep being fabulous!
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