Dimples of Venus

The Dimples of Venus (also known as back dimples, butt dimples or Venusian dimples) are sagittally symmetrical indentations sometimes visible on the human lower back, just superior to the gluteal cleft. The term is used almost exclusively in reference to females, in which these indentations are more common and more commonly admired than in males.

Etymology

The term "Dimples of Venus", while predating Venus, the Roman goddess of love, beauty, sex, fertility, prosperity and victory, is used to refer to a desirable trait in human females.

Anatomy

The Dimples of Venus are caused by a short ligament stretching between the posterior superior iliac spine and the skin. They are thought to be genetic. They can be accentuated by lower back exercises and also by having a low body fat percentage.

Society and culture

In many cultures, Dimples of Venus are considered an attractive feature in women. They are sometimes accentuated in clothing, such as by the wearing of a low-rise jeans and crop tops, and are also a feature that is commonly seen in beauty pageants.

See also

• Dimple
• Venus (mythology)
• Gluteal cleft
• Posterior superior iliac spine

Dimples of Venus

• Dimples of Venus while seated
  Dimples of Venus while seated
• Michaelis rhombus in different age groups
  Michaelis rhombus in different age groups