A Harrow-based lingerie company is backing a 21-year-old to win its international competition.

Sophia Adams from Northolt has beaten more than 1,000 curvy women around the world to compete in the annual Star in a Bra competition in the hope of becoming the new face and body of D-plus underwear brand, Curvy Kate.

The trainee policewoman will be battling against 24 other international women who will now be put to a public vote, including women from Australia, America, Canada and South Africa.

The semi-finalists will then be invited to London for a photoshoot and makeover with the Curvy Kate team, before a final online vote.

The overall winner will join the brand’s curvy line up at their summer shoot, enjoy an all-expenses paid trip to the Mediterranean for two with £1,000 spending money and also be awarded a year-long modelling contract with Bridge Models.

Sophia said: “I'm entering star in a bra because I finally have the confidence and would love to model for Curvy Kate.

“I used to have so many body hang ups, hated my size and wanted to change myself. But as I get older I'm realising it's all about self-love and treating your body like the temple it is.”

To cast your vote, visit www.starinabra.com or vote on the Curvy Kate Facebook page.