The Radical Reshaping of Beauty Standards

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11 months ago

Around 30 years ago, the fashion industry mainly showcased slim, long-legged beauties with soft facial features on the runway. However, since the early 2000s, there has been a noticeable shift in the appearance of models. Nowadays, fashion shows embrace diversity, featuring women with various body shapes, hairstyles, and skin colors.

Valentino

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Calvin Klein

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Burberry

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Dior

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Prada

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Yves Saint Laurent

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Louis Vuitton

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Chanel

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Givenchy

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Nina Ricci

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Victoria’s Secret

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Christian Siriano

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Gucci

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Versace

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Bonus: The evolution of swimwear on the runway

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It’s clear that fashion houses are now collaborating with models of diverse body types. However, when celebrities rock designer clothes, the outfits might appear slightly different on them.

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