Carol Vorderman got a lot of attention on a recent vacation, and her look rapidly became a topic of conversation online. She has a confident attitude and a polished public image. She proved again that she’s okay with being herself, even when it makes others angry.

Pictures from the vacation show her enjoying the sun and resting by the ocean while wearing a bright and eye-catching bikini. Some web headlines used dramatic language to describe the outfit, but the truth is much simpler: it was a personal fashion choice made on a casual vacation.

People have come to know Carol as a confident and self-assured person, both on and off screen. Her style shows the same attitude, mixing elegance with a desire to be different. Many admirers like her because she stays true to herself and doesn’t strive to fit into restricted standards.

Like with a lot of famous people, people had different things to say online. Some people liked how confident and positive she was, but others didn’t like her decision. Still, it’s not unusual for people to have different perspectives when someone in the public eye breaks the rules.