6 - Trends and Fads (Beauty Ideals)
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Title: THE BEAUTY IDEAL TNCTC
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Foot Binding
Also known as lotus feet.
A practice prevalent in China from the 10th century to the early 20th century.
Involved tightly binding the feet of young girls to prevent normal growth, resulting in small, deformed feet.
Small feet were viewed as a symbol of beauty and status.
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African Lip Plates
Also known as lip discs or lip plugs.
Found among certain tribes in Ethiopia and Sudan.
Considered symbols of beauty and cultural identity.
Associated with notions of femininity, maturity, and social status.
Women wearing lip plates are viewed as more attractive within their communities.
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Neck Rings
Practice among the Kayan people (Myanmar and Thailand), known as long-necked women.
Wearing brass coils is a symbol of beauty and elegance.
Longer necks are considered more attractive.
Neck rings also signify wealth and social status.
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Elizabethan Beauty
Women's beauty standards influenced by the aristocracy during the Elizabethan era.
Prominent feature: pale complexion.
Fair skin was linked to wealth and nobility, achieved using lead-based cosmetics or white powder.
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Additional Elizabethan Beauty Standards
High forehead, full red lips, and white teeth were desired.
Women plucked or shaved eyebrows and hairlines for a larger forehead.
Hair removal methods included vinegar, alum, and cat dung.
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Georgian Wigs
Popular between 1714-1830 as fashion statements for both genders.
Made from human or horsehair, often powdered and styled elaborately.
Symbolized wealth, social status, and fashion sense.
Wigs adorned with ribbons, feathers, and decorative elements.
Despite decline in early 19th century, wigs remain iconic.
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Corsets
Worn for centuries, saw revival in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Staples in women’s fashion for creating an hourglass figure during the Victorian era.
Brief resurgence in 1980s and 1990s as part of the lingerie as outerwear trend.
Currently, more often worn for style.
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Flappers
A 1920s generation symbolizing rebellion against traditional gender norms.
Characterized by short bobbed hair, fashionable clothing, rebellious attitudes.
Participated in the women’s suffrage movement.
Represented female independence.
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Personal Reflection Questions
What is beauty for you?
What is your standard of beauty?
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Diversity in Beauty Standards
Beauty standards vary significantly worldwide.
Influences: cultural, historical, and societal factors.
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Western Beauty Standards
Prioritize slim and toned physique, small waist, long legs.
Clear skin, symmetrical facial features, youthful appearance valued.
Growing diversity and acceptance of different body types/ethnicities is noted.
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East Asian Beauty Standards
Preference for pale skin, associated with wealth and status.
Youthful appearance with emphasis on small face, big eyes, V-shaped jawline.
Strong emphasis in South Korea on flawless skin and slim figures, often via skincare routines and cosmetic procedures.
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South Asian Beauty Standards
Desire for fair skin, associated with beauty and purity.
Celebration of diverse skin tones and features.
Traditional standards often include long, thick hair, expressive eyes, well-defined facial features.
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Middle Eastern Beauty Standards
Combination of traditional and modern influences.
Values clear, flawless skin, expressive eyes, thick eyebrows.
Emphasis on modesty; women often cover bodies and hair.
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African Beauty Standards
Diverse and vary across regions/ethnicities.
Celebration of natural features, dark skin, full lips, diverse hairstyles.
Body size/shape also considered attractive; curvier figures preferred in some cultures.
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Navigating Beauty Standards
Importance of media influence acknowledgment.
Promoting self-acceptance, embracing diversity, and prioritizing self-care is crucial.
Education and awareness can foster inclusive culture and self-acceptance.