The Changes In The Ideal Female Body Standard Through The Years

Published on 12/08/2020
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Nigeria

Lighter skin is seen in Nigeria as an association between wealth and the higher class. As many want to be associated with a higher class, skin lightening products are commonly sought out. However, the choice in terms of form is heavier and curvy women due to the concept of being slim, suggesting illness or poor health. Therefore, in Nigeria, the ideal is to be curvy, dense, and somewhat larger as a sign of good health.

Nigeria

Nigeria

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Romania

Romanian women face heavy pressure to be skinny, making it a part of the community to smoke and eat. Besides, in the sense that plastic surgery is very much practiced and very available, Western ways are very much influenced. It is not unusual for women to see an instructor in heels, no matter their occupation, to dress up. However, there is a fine border between being conservative and revealing-women are condemned for demonstrating too much. Long hair, nails that have been preserved, and a body shape built on the bust and trim.

Romania

Romania

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