paying the price for 'beauty'

I just read that 63% of young women would rather be glamour models than things like doctors or teachers. This compelled me to rant.

I'm not against the whole modelling industry; of course that you can be a model and intelligent, or a pioneer in feminism, or an amazing person generally. It's just when girls want to be skinny because of models, and the media. And when girls who become models and pose in their underwear without really thinking of the implications, and therefore becoming vulnerable and letting others take the upper hand. The people who look at these girls are the ones who have control in the situation a lot of the time, and this is what is sad; this and the fact that some go into this sort of thing without knowing what will happen.

And I also think a huge reason so many young girls get eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia is from the misleading pictures that litter the internet; everyone wants to become this photoshopped 'it girl' Barbie doll that doesn't even exist. Saying this, I hate the fact that people who fall for the hype are judged for it; it's awful to tell someone they're stupid or whatever just because they end up believing the lies spread by the media and people who think skinny is beautiful.

For example, Karl Lagerfeld's (grrrr) views on models; he believes that people prefer to look at size 0 models and that those who oppose this do so because they are overweight. DISGUSTING MAN. Personally, I don't even know how much I weigh. I don't feel compelled to know. And I'm not even sure of my dress size, because I don't buy new clothes that much any more.

But then there are those amazing women that manage to keep their self-esteem and confidence, and stay true to themselves (AWFUL cliche but bear with me), and can be glamourous and beautiful and a fashion icon but still not abandon their personality for their career in fashion.

People like Agyness Deyn can empower themselves through their sexuality, and not necessarily be so afraid of what other people will think of them. I liked this quote of hers: "You know, even though I’m in fashion, I don’t, like, do fashion. Fashion isn’t me, even though I work in it. It’s just materialistic stuff. I just want to do whatever makes me happy..." I think this quote is really good, it shows how sure of herself she is and how she doesn't let fashion rule her or her life (yes, I know I'm obsessed with her. She's brilliant, okay?!).

It's just tragic that people assure themselves that the 'perfect' figure is attainable. Perfect is what you make it; you can't define something that is different to everyone. Just look at Marilyn Monroe; world-famous beauty icon, and she wasn't a size 6, flat-chested with a gap between her legs (which, by the way, isn't even physically possible; it's all clever photo editing to make girls aspire to be tiny). 

My point is, I don't think there's anything wrong with fashion or the idea of glamour models. Just the way society has changed it all so that it's become something people dread in a way; a symbol of insecurity and delusion for some. So to all those aspiring for a career in modelling or fashion, just make sure you keep a firm grasp on reality and, most importantly, yourself.

That's my ramble for the day.

Bye

Sinead

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aching eyes

Still ill. I can't do any outfit posts really because I'm pyjama-clad and my hair is everywhere (damn you, hair) and also my eyes are all puffy and my nose is pink and EVERYTHING IS BAD. I'm wearing a velvet scarf because it smells nice and velvet is my favourite.

So I'll just post some pictures of styles I want to be inspired by this Autumn/Winter. OH YEAH exciting news, persuaded mum to let me get a pixie cut next week so watch this space ;o It's a compromise on the fully-shaved look Agy is rocking below, but I'm very very pleased.

Anyway, I'm lazy, here are some pictures of people/clothes I want/like/am inspired by.

 LOVE this picture. How she can be eating Cheetos and still look hot, I will never know.

I like the feminine touches, i.e. lipstick and makeup etc. I just ordered some lipstick from Beauty Without Cruelty, in this super-cool dark reddish purple shade. I'll post a review asap.

Gonna go for the bold t-shirt slogan look this year. I already cut up one of my tees to begin customisation, eee!

And, of course, Meadham Kirchhoff stuff. I like the crazy clashing patterns and bright colours, and big collars too. I think I'll take a few key elements from this look and incorporate it into mine. One major wishlist item is DEFFO some tartan-type jeans -punky.

Liked this because it's shiny and shiny. Sequins are a must for Winter I think, for sparkling up dreary dark days.

Ohhh how I crave one of these cutesie statement tees. My favourite is the Riot Not Diet one; cool slogan and a 70's-illustration-style deer motif. Except I also love the kitten one, it has a rainbow <3 font="font">

I think this is from a Chinese fashion magazine, I love love love the look on the left; the jacket especially. I think I'll find a vintage men's denim jacket and cut off the sleeves, then add some studs and patches. Seriously in love with the big fishnets too.

The androgynous look is one not every gal can pull off; but I really think Agyness looks awesome. I love the slick quiff thing she's got going on with her hair. 

(I don't know the individual sources, I just found the pictures on Tumblr and Google etc. Don't sue me please.)

Sorry I'm rubbish at everything. *sniff*

Sinead
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P.S: Sophie is neglecting her blogging duties. She keeps making posts and never publishing them. I hope she sees the error of her ways soon.

rainbow season

My absolute favourite model (not that I tend to go out of my way to like the whole modelling industry..) has to be Agyness Deyn. I think she's really beautiful and cute and I love her style. And she absolutely ROCKED the shaved-head look. I don't know if I've mentioned before that this is my dream haircut as of late, and I want it sooo much but I'm not allowed until I'm 16 (this is when I'm moving to Exeter, where there are less people likely to shout at me in the street for outlandish fashion statements). However, for now I am willing to settle for a slightly longer version of this haircut -i.e., maybe not done with the clippers. 

Anyway here are some of my favourite pictures of Agy with a shaved head ~

Love these pics of Agy in a cute little peach dress. She looks super-happy in the second one, adorable! I also love how she's paired the dress with the black sunglasses and DMs, giving an edge to the simple, girly outfit.

Love this too, high-waisted jeans with a tied-up tee and round sunglasses. A casual type look but she still makes it look uber-cool.

Pictures: fashionista.com

          posh24.com

So now you all know my next hair-plans... I was going to keep them a secret but I simply had to share.

Sinead

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p.s. meaning of post title; I was told yesterday that because of the way the sun shines and all the rain, this sort of time of year has been dubbed RAINBOW SEASON. Awesome, huh?