Human and Physical Geography Thematic Essay

Prints in Plus Size For ages we’ve been told that as plus size women we shouldn’t wear this and we shouldn’t wear that. Horizontal stripes make us appear wider and patterns are too busy. Well prints do not make you look fat. In fact, with the right print they can actually make a plus size woman look even better. Here at Pink Clove we choose prints that are on trend, flattering, comfortable and fabulous. Prints and patterns don’t necessarily make you look skinny but certain solids and…

What are the major contributions of cosmetology and how does it affect people all over the world? Self esteem and body image has a major influence on society, based on many looks of many different people we are all willing to take that extra step, follow the latest trends and use social media and celebrities as a trail to follow. The contribution of beauty and art affects people in a positive way. Young and older woman use these styles and techniques to be different yet alike as an individual.…

Victoria’s Secret has always been universally known for their female models who have hourglass-shaped figures, long legs, and of course, the ¨perfect¨ bra size. This brand has sold lingerie apparel since the late 70’s, driving women to feel ¨sexy¨ with pushed-up breasts and a v-shaped body. The woman portrayed in this Victoria’s Secret ad possesses a youthful appearance and is wearing a short ¨slip¨ dress for sleeping. Her skin is flawless, with no trace of a freckle or scar and her height…

Women with straight hair envy women with curly hair because their hair seems beautiful and carefree. They imagine that those with curls simply shampoo and condition their hair. They allow the curls to dry and they are out the door. The fact is that curly hair requires a lot of tender loving care because of its very fragile nature. The curly haired girls complain about hair that is uncontrollable and lacks moisture. This is due to the nature of the hair and shampooing the hair too often. Another…

1. In my own experience, no. But I think that’s because I’m someone who is super focused on what makes up a person (personality-wise), rather than appearance. However, I know that the ‘attractiveness stereotype’ is valid. I know it’s perpetuated in the media (like the cliché bullies in movies always being attractive, but people still liking them regardless, just because they are good looking), but there also is a basis in real life, as well. Especially when it comes to people trying to find a…

Beauty standards are taking over our nation and it is time for us to take notice if we have not already. For example, social media like magazines, television and the internet lead us to think that we need to have a certain type of body. In Patricia McLaughlin's "Venus Envy" and Claire Suddath's "An Open Letter" both authors talk about how beauty standards are taking over the world and how ridiculous they can become. One major beauty standard these days would be the pressure for both men and…

As a species, we are attracted to that which we find attractive. It can be in a form of a house, or perhaps a brand new car. It is human nature. Society places a pedestal on women beauty. For example, America annually hosts the Miss America and Miss Universe in order to showcase which nation has the most beautiful person. As little girls and young adults see this, they try to mimic that which they see. From a young age girls’ are taught that there only asset in life is their beauty. There are…

What Meets The Eye That cliché line that most of us have herd, “It shouldn’t matter on how someone looks on the outside because beauty is on the inside”, or some version of that, but in our society it’s not true. I always had beliefs that being attractive gets you places and gives you opportunities in life, but I didn’t truly realize this until I read Daniel Akst’s, “What Meets The Eye”. When I think of attractive people, I imagine celebrities, all-star athletes, and leaders or “poster…

These movies show society that looks are more important because one is being judged based on their looks and will get categorized from it. The judgment and standards of physical attractiveness takes a toll on women because of the psychological effects one experiences such as insecurity, shallowness, and being self absorbed. The media and social media has set standards of what beauty is for many decades. From the gossip…

In society today, magazines, billboards, and the media depict the ideal image of beauty. The standards of attractiveness surrounding us are flawless skin, perky breast, straight teeth, and hairless bodies. Because the culture we live in is redefining good looks, people are altering their body image to adapt to these standards. Conforming to society’s standards with body modification entails measures such as altering genital appearances, cosmetic beautification, and plastic surgery. One way,…