The other day when I was watching television I saw a commercial for Oprah's show today. After I saw Jessica Simpson was going to be Oprah's guest, I set a recording on my DVR and was really eager to watch. The episode was called "Beauty Around the World," and focused on what women around the world view as beautiful.Jessica Simpson was extremely inspirational! She discussed a picture snapped by the paparazzi of her that started a tabloid frenzy calling her "fat". Although Jessica tried to ignore the comments about her 10 lb. weight gain, the pressure began to eat away at her. She is only a size 4! Honestly, our warped view of beauty is getting the best of a lot of women, and even men.
What's even crazier than magazines obsessing over Simpson's weight is the current boom in plastic surgery happening in China! Some Chinese women are "going under the knife" to surgically reshape their eyelids to look more western. These women are desperate to get surgery for this modern trend that they believe is "perfection".
I understand that everyone wants to be beautiful, but the definition of beauty should be defined by you, not by anyone else. Danielle and I have been really excited to share our fashion obsession with you, but underneath all the style we throw at you make sure you stay who you are! Be influenced in a positive way, don't try to change yourself to fit ridiculous standards! Some may think it's cliche, but be yourself! :)
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ReplyDeleteI am impressed with your introspection. I think fashion and beauty can be fun, but when people use it as a means to achieve what they think is happiness, it becomes demoralizing to us all. Thank you for your words of wisdom.
ReplyDeleteLove your post, especially your last two lines... That is the best advice you can give anyone, and I am glad you are sharing it!
ReplyDeleteSOOO TRUE!
ReplyDeleteim sorry but i didnt expect jessica simpson to say this. i guess she isnt as dumb as the media makes her seem! but im glad she spoke out about it!