This blog is "fashion lite" for sure. I don't share too many articles, or how-to's. I love the fashion, the cameras and the inspiration that comes from being a style blogger. Today is the day when I break out my poor writing skills, so here goes!
I am pissed. I usually don't write articles,
nor do I claim to be a writer,
but I just had to get this one on the table....
This is the iconic symbol of beauty. And yep, here she was a size 12!
As I have been paroozing the top 25 street style blogs as per Styleinvasion.com., I've noticed a trend. Not one "street person" was larger than model size! I know that models are usually on average a size zero to a size 2. According to stats obtained from Plus Model Magazine, 20 years ago, the average model weighed 8% less than the average woman. Today, the average is a whopping 23% less! Do you know a size 10 is considered plus size? I'm a 12. Now, I know that models are basically walking freaky clothes hangers. But are we, the norm, still comparing ourselves to other's who are not the 'norm"? Are we giving up our mental health as well as our physical health to look good in fashion?
Ten years ago the average plus size model was between a size 12 and 18.
Today the "plus size" model ranges from a meager 6 to 14.
Most runway models meet the criteria for anorexia.
While most women wear a size 14 or larger (it's true!),
However most clothing stores cater to sizes 12 and under!
(source: Plus Model Magazine via Fashionista)
Doesn't she look HEALTHY?
However, I have noticed most plus-sized models
are super tanned and have long, flowing locks of hair...
I suppose that's why real people blogs have become the new style outlet for the average woman (or man). I love to see a little arm fat, or see how a real woman wears a trend. Don't get me wrong, thin is great and a goal for some, but real is what most people are yearning for - thin or not!
These chickas don't look "plus size" either!
In the summer of 2010, I was a size 6/8. Everyone told me I was too thin and I couldn't see it, except for my 'chicken neck'. After almost 2 years, and a medication change, I am now a 12.
My body feels best at a size 10 plus size....
Plus my clothes fit ;)
ME: 5'61/2 WEIGHT 160
My BMI (Body Mass Index) calculation results:
According to your height of 5' 6" your ideal healthy weight is 139 pounds.
Your recommended weight range is between 123 and 154 pounds. This was calculated
using Hamwi formula, a simple formula commonly used by many clinicians. These are recommended weights. Talk with your doctor about what weight is best for you and before undertaking any new diet or exercise programs.
http://www.healthstatus.com/cgi-bin/calc/calculator.cgi
(That's about a size 10!)
Check out these beauties!
Who seem just 'normal' size...
I'm in no way putting down the naturally thin girls out there, but....
Women are finally saying "We're not gonna take it",
and when Iris Apfel became the first saged face for MAC cosmetics,
I danced a happy dance!
When a 'real' woman is on the cover of Vogue someday,
there will be a ticker-tape parade!!!
Another great article on this subject is here:
http://www.ivillage.com/i-thought-i-was-thin-until-i-met-plus-size-model/4-a-229949
What are your ideas on this subject?
Are street styles also feeding into the myth
that fashion is only for the size zeros?
Is it me, us, or them???
xXx
Reva ;)
SOURCES:
http://www.radaronline.com/exclusives/2012/01/plus-size-model-magazine-slams-anorexic-models-fashion-indushttp://www.ivillage.com/top-10-craziest-moments-body-image-2010/4-a-299475try
http://skinnyvscurvy.com/category/hot-models
http://www.pajiba.com/trade_news/sidebyside-comparison-of-averagesized-woman-with-a-supermodel-will-blow-out-your-mindhole.php
http://www.plus-model-mag.com/latest/
http://www.hipsandcurves.com
