My Fashion Role Models: A Series

With society being more obsessed about their looks than ever, celebrities have become thinner, tanner, and more beautiful than ever. Whether it's natural or from weekly injections, celebrities' appearances are equally as important as their skill due to this new shift of interest.

Although one should be comfortable in their own skin, I cannot help but look at certain women and feel absolutely deflated about my own appearance. I constantly wish to look like them but I know with their salary, they probably receive weekly facials, monthly hair cuts at the most expensive salons, daily sessions with a personal trainer, and other luxuries. As much as I idolize them, I know their appearances are far from achievable or practical for me. I learned to accept myself the way I am. 


But that still doesn't mean I can't admire them.

I've decided to start a "series" of blog posts consisting of women who I secretly wish I looked like/who are my fashion role models. I will compile pictures of a few of my favorite outfits from them to offer some sort of "inspiration" so to speak. I guarantee you will either hate these women or feel an incredible pang of jealousy after reading the posts.



**WARNING CHEESINESS AHEAD***
Regardless of my jealousy, I still know that everyone is unique and beautiful in their own way. Even you, yes you. You are beautiful inside and out no matter what anybody else says. Beauty is only skin deep.

Anyways, I hope you guys like the idea. I'm having trouble thinking of a name for the new series, possibly "Fashion Spotlight: *Insert Name*" or something more humorous? Any suggestions would be appreciated so just comment below :) 

My Opinion on the VS Fashion Show

Every time I pass by a Victoria's Secret store, my self-esteem is undeniably lowered. Those photo-shopped pictures of the ridiculously toned models with curves that seem to defy the laws of anatomy (if there were such a thing). The tanned, beautifully sculpted women are without a doubt jaw-dropping gorgeous; however, I never understood the obsession, especially from women, with them. 

The Victoria Secret's Fashion Show is an annual televised event that broadcasts Victoria Secret's "Angels," VS's models, dressed in lingerie that are embroidered with dazzling beads and sequins. To make things extra dramatic, the models are also decked out in a bizarre, eye-catching costume--usually in the shape of an angel wing.

Here's an example:

Alessandra Ambrosio from VS Fashion Show 2012

You can clearly see Alessandra Ambrosio is an absolutely stunning woman but the ludicrous cherry blossoms laying on her back in place of angel wings are in my opinion, tacky and laughable. 

The fashion show draws fans ranging from not only men--but from women as well. 

Why? 

I don't know. 

All I see is the company advertising nonsensical lingerie that no woman in their right mind would ever wear. The cheesy attire is cringe worthy and silly. The perfectly chiseled models can diminish even the most confident woman's pride in her physique. Let's face it, not all women were made the same way and the models disparage women's views on body image. Being 5' 8 and having high cheekbones and perfectly proportioned assets are not features that most women are born with. I was always amazed with girls' declarations of their favorite "angel." I mean, really? Unless they have actually overcome hardships and shown genuine philanthropic efforts, why must one idolize a model who shatters any woman's ego?

Not to castigate the effort put into these entertaining shows because there certainly is an artistic perspective to the event. Unfortunately, they are overshadowed by the coordinators' extravagant and unnecessary attempts to advertise overpriced, impractical undergarments on tall, skinny, women.

On the other hand, the creative and aesthetic elements utilized in the show prove to be a justifiable reason for viewers to watch models strut their voluptuous body, the reason why most men probably watch the show.

All in all, the VS Fashion Show is an overrated televised event that garners millions of views each year, an occurrence that will eternally baffle me.