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Ancient Egyptians cosmetics
Ancient Egyptian women who could afford it always had their lipstick on, nail painted, and oiled eyes and faces. They even had cosmetic kits buried in their tomb with them when they died that archaeologists have dug up including mirrors, razors, perfumes, and combs. In America, however, if a woman was wearing lipstick, she was perceived as a prostitute. -
"Diet" develops into our vocabulary
Up until the late 1890's, being thin meant one was poor. -
Bronzed is the new pale
Up until the 20th century, pale was considered beautiful. Men and women alike would apply a cream that made them appear extremely white and some would paint a blue tint to demonstrate their wealth and "blue blood" status. Tanned people were known as lower class who worked outside all day but when CoCo Chanel returned from a yachting trip sunburnt, fashion followers went crazy over becoming bronzed even though it has harmful effects. -
Sex Symbol
The Official Marilyn Monroe WebsiteMarilyn Monroe was the idol of the 1950's, also called a "blonde bombshell." She led a life of legacy all over the world her talents ranging from a model, singer, and actress. She had a dramatic hour-glass figure and was said to have worn a size 12-14 in clothing. -
Playful 60's
The 1960's decade was known for dramatic eye make-up, a playful use of color, and the imfamous, beehive hair styles. Twiggy, an English model, actress, and singer was known as "The Face of 1966." She inspired women's makeup with long eyelashes and thin, short, pixie hair. -
Hippy Era
Marsha Brady anf Farrah Fawcett were perfect examples of a 1970's woman! They had long hair with a middle part straight or full of volume like "the Farrah." Makeup was more natural looking however clothes, on the other hand, were like nothing the world had ever seen! Women, and men, wore bellbottom jeans, bright colored shirts, and platform heels. -
Health and fitness craze
Hard Candy Gym homepageHow Madonna Stays in ShapeThe 1980's perception of beauty revolved around healthy habits and keeping in good shape. Madonna was the idol of this time peiod and still shows off her body today at the age of 54 years old! The attached link above shows how Madonna keeps a rockin' body through dance, yoga, in house fitness, and promoted her habits by opening her own gym brand, Hard Candy. -
Allure magazine
In 1991 Allure Magazine asked the question "Who is your beauty ideal?" An overwhelming amount agreed upon Christie Brinkley who was seen as the typical "All-American Girl" with blonde hair, blue eyes, and fair skin. -
BOTOX
Beauty Trends of the 2000sOne word. That's all that needs to be said. Other trends included extensions, acceptance of tattoos and piercings, and risk taking styles such as Christina Aguilera's box braids, Cassie's half shaved head, and Paris Hilton's hairbow updo. -
America's Next Top Model
During cycle 15, Ann Ward won America's Next Top Model (as discussed in the historical argument of the website). Here is the picture of runway judge J. Alexander with his hands wrapped aorund her 22" waist. -
Allure Magazine
The same survey was given in 2011 about who the beauty ideal was and this time the answer was Angelina Jolie with her dark hair and voluptuous lips. -
Most beautiful woman in the world
Valeria's Public Facebook AccountOut of curiousity, I searched "most beautiful woman in the world" on Flickr and majority of the pictures were of Barbie. If Barbie were a human, she would be 5'9", wear a size 3 shoe, and weigh 110 pounds equalling a BMI of 16.24 which is classified as anorexic. Valeria Lukyanova is a real life Barbie doll at only 21 years old who claims to lead a healthy lifestyle of no drinking or smoking.
