The K-Beauty has exploded within the last few years, thanks to the popularization of Korean media, from K-dramas to K-Pop. Understandably, with how popular its gotten, more and more people are eager to emulate the looks of their favorite K-pop idols. But not every beauty trend is healthy, and just like with the western entertainment […]
Tag: Beauty Standards
Barbie’s Influence on Modern Beauty Standards
When Ruth Handler noticed that the girls’ toy market was dominated by baby dolls, she was inspired to develop a 3D toy that “was about exploring the experience of being a grown woman”. Drawing on the appearance of Bild Lilli, a German comic strip character, Handler created the iconic Barbie doll we know today. Released […]
Going Makeup Free Is the New Status Symbol
A bare face seems to be the new bold look. Whether it be Pamela Anderson walking the red carpet or Alicia Keys on magazine covers, celebrities everywhere are ditching makeup. Even on social media you seen influencers embracing the #WokeUpLikeThis selfie. The messaging behind this is one of reclaiming natural beauty or fighting against standards, […]
Why Skinny Is Back as Women Gain Power
Control over women begins with control over their bodies. We have seen that with the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade, a way for the government to strip women of their bodily autonomy. But, what if I told you that this control goes deeper than new policy? What if control is embedded into our culture, […]
How Gen Z’s Love for “Wrong” Proportions Challenges Beauty Standards
Gen Z is a generation that does not care about expectations, especially when it comes to fashion. They are constantly pushing the norms of what is considered fashionable– with oversized clothing, chunky shoes and loud accessories. Yes, this is a push to embrace individuality, but it is also a way to fight against restrictive beauty […]
The Clean Girl Aesthetic Predicted The Rise of Fascism
In the wake of the COVID pandemic, a new aesthetic rose through the cracks with tailored Pinterest boards and TikTok videos espousing the perfection of the “Clean Girl Aesthetic.” This lifestyle focuses on health, beauty, and wellbeing. The aesthetic promotes ethical and clean products, skincare, minimal hair and makeup, and plain basics. At the root […]
