Should the high fashion world stop using super skinny models on the runways?
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No... because the really unskinny models have been putting a dent in the runways.
Let the high fashion world do what they want. It is up to us to decide who or what is beautiful regardless of their influence.
I think since most of us aren't buying "high fashion" they can use whomever they like to model - however, it might adversley affect some younger gals who think they have to quit eating to attain "perfection" -
Not to mention the fact that the models themselves are being pressured to be skinnier and skinnier, to the point that they are dying.
Exactly right so far, a business should not be dictated to as to what works for them if it is not unethical or against the law. Just imagine where this would lead if allowed to.
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I think so because the super skinny models have a negative impact on the healthy youngsters who may be swayed into believing that is the beauty of fashion and follow the pattern and got misled into trouble. It is very dangerous indeed!
I wonder about this Hilda. I have friends whose young daughters look at all the super skinny models and think they are fat - they're not even teens yet.
The size of the models has to do with the samples of the clothing, which run from 0-6. Fashion houses don't want to cut larger samples and smaller samples usually look better in print. However, magazines such as Allure are now using a mix of plus sized and regular models more frequently. Plus sizes usually mean size 12, though.
I think I'd be happy with them to just a representative mix like that.
yes they should be realistic and use models that are comparible to the other 99% of us
It is not likely that the high fashion world stop using the "waif" looking model but it might be changing. A very popular German fashion magazine committed to using "ordinary, realistic" women instead of professional models. Glamour magazine has also committed to using plus-size models and women of diverse sizes. The Quebec fashion industry agreed to promote a healthier image of women.
I think that will help girls have a more realistic view of healthy.
No it has always worked... why do you think they keep doing it... they are the best marketers in the world for a reason... it works!
The thing is, 20 years ago, the average runway model was a size 4 or 6, now it's down to 0 or 2. (Much thinner). In the last several years models have actually died of what is essentially prolonged starvation.
Having worked with teenagers with an eating disorder I know how some ( not all by any means) can be influence by the rich and famous.
I think that's the main concern with all of this.
Yes, because the way the clothes hang on these models does not reflect how the clothes would look on most of the women who would be buying them. A potential customer who loves the look on the runway and in print could be very disappointed when she actually puts the clothes on.
Good marketing comes from setting proper expectations...
Absolutely. I might feel differently if I was even close to "skinny". But seriously, it sends out the wrong message to today's teens and, actually, it sends out the wrong message to me.
Yes. As im not a super skinny teenager. When i see skinny models on tv it gets me down to the point that i stop eating. I had a friend that was that depressed about her weight (she was 50 kgs) she became very ill not eating and making herself vomit. I think it is cruel that they dont have bigger girls. Everyone is beautiful in their own unique way. Just love what you have got.
The high-fashion world should realize not many people are buying their wares any longer, so whatever they use won't really matter.
If a model has to run around in the shower just to get wet then she's too skinny.
I enjoy the physiognomy of a full figured woman as I like to know when I've been hugged.
Total Answers: 15, Total Page Views: 1,033.» Answer from Elaine Giftos Wright Answer given 2 years 41 days ago.Yes, absolutely! It sets the wrong role model (pardon the pun) for vulnerable young women and can and does endanger their health.
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