The photograph captured Teigen striking a seductive pose behind an elegant armchair, while her husband, John Legend, ingeniously used his head to conceal her backside from view.
Accompanying the picture was a simple yet spirited caption, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY @MARISAMXO !!!!"
Such audacious acts have come to be expected from Teigen, who has never hesitated to bare her soul before the camera. Formerly associated with Sports Illustrated, she has previously divulged nude portrayals on her various social media platforms.
Following the arrival of her six-month-old daughter, Luna, Teigen has chosen to be less exposed in the digital realm. Once regarded as the reigning queen of Twitter, she used to openly share unfiltered thoughts and snippets of her life.
However, earlier this month, she made her Twitter account private, in search of a more benevolent and affectionate atmosphere among her followers.
Teigen's Instagram post for her friend's birthday elicited a diverse array of reactions from her admirers. While some commended her for exuding confidence and comfort in her own skin, others criticized her for objectifying herself and possibly setting an unfavorable precedent for her daughter.
Having been united in matrimony since 2013, Teigen and Legend have remained candid about their battles with infertility. The birth of their daughter, Luna, in April 2016, marked a jubilant milestone as they wholeheartedly embraced the joys of parenthood.
Teigen's decision to disrobe for her friend's birthday serves as yet another testament to her self-assurance and authentic self-expression. An inspiring figure to countless women grappling with body image insecurities, she urges them to wholeheartedly embrace and celebrate their own bodies.
