Is Britney the "Perfect 10?"

When you think about all the controversy over recent years circling around the perfect size of an actress, the physical attributes that call for criticism against the skeletal body shape for example, we saw that actresses began to give Models a run for their money when it came to being too thin.
This certainly created more and more taunting from the press over bad imaging and unfair role modeling for young girls. After all, young girls were starving themselves to the point of hospitalization, girls as young as 10 years old were stealing diet pills from drug stores trying to imitate the skin over bones look that they saw in the media. This thankfully, gave the modeling world a wake up call. Models were starting to be presented as healthy, the scraggly, death warmed over starving look was fading out. They now proudly say that they provide food for the Models in the backroom! That is a major deal, it's a really bold and huge move in the Modeling world.
Now, we all are aware that when Britney Spears walked the stage of the MTV Awards on Sept 10 007, in her black bikini, the crude comments in the press calling her belly pudgy, even Paris Hilton put in her two cents with rejection to the singers physical attributes, has made the progress of a healthy image slide backwards.
Yes, Britney might have been in error in not realizing that when you make a comeback, it is usually expected that one changes their image to enhance the new you! She blew the opportunity to wow the crowd with a new look, creating a new trend, and she obviously wasn't paying attention, realizing that the fashion world changed while she was in between her career and home life. It is wise to do your homework and keep up to speed, especially when fashion changes so rapidly, and the trends progress and have been improving!
The question is: Was it her outfit that was unappealing, or was it the fact that the image we have grown accustomed to is so distorted that a natural figure is automatically rejected?
Alyssa Milano when she was filming the TV show Charmed thought nothing of wearing belly tops, strutting around in the overly fashionable style not unlike the 90210 fantasy clothes that were worn at that time. I don't recall anyone rejecting her outfits, or waist size, and she was proud of her healthy figure, and it was sexy. She was hot! She set a trend that you can be proud of your body, and not have to starve half to death to get there! She had curves to be proud of, and more young girls should aspire to be like Alyssa.
Marilyn Monroe was a perfect 10. She had a full healthy figure and is the most prime example of an all American Girl that will stand the test of time. Full figured, charming and the sexiest icon to ever hit the screens.
So what happened to image of size?
Some say it's because of the World's first Super Model Twiggy!
Twiggy hit the modeling world back in the late 60's, and the fashion world was astounded by her boyish haircut, and paper thin look. Ever since, the young girls aspired to be as thin as Twiggy. Not to blame Twiggy, she looked fabulous, healthy even, she just caught attention and set a trend.
The fashion world changed in the 70's. They called for thin, demanded it, starved the girls, and wouldn't' accept any model that wasn't far below the percentage of acceptable levels of body fat. No one really knows who was calling for the look. The designer's don't dress the girls, the agents don't write up the requests, the girl's do what they are told, and the photographer's the same. At the end of the day, it doesn't really matter whose fault it is, what is important is that after 30 years the fashion world changed. The untold stories from the models who were there may never be known, but most people would agree, that it's refreshing that the image is improved.
It is a fact that the girls can't get any thinner! Their veins would collapse, and a whole world of new diseases would be born. It is a fact that the world has changed. Men and women create their own styles, trends aren't as strong an issue to people, as people tend to lean more towards styles that suit them individually. It is now socially acceptable for people to admit that what looks good on one person, doesn't necessarily mean it looks good on another.
This is the decade for actors! They are finally in league with Models. They are revered, adored and respected in the fashion sense as much as a Super Model. Super Models are still in the royal ranks of course, FTV RULES!!
Because of FTV, people are starting to see Models as real people. We have seen that Models are sweet, and they have ohhh you know, brains! They aren't as serious as they look when they strut the catwalk. FTV has really opened up a whole new look on Models, and have introduced the public eye to the real people who make the magic happen. Models are simply put: Are cute, and lovable, they have a good business sense, have personal lives, and love their work! And with behind the scene glimpses, we get to see how the acting world has an influence on the Modeling world, as more and more actors are attending Fashion Events, and are actively involved.
Now to the point!
The acting world in this decade have the chance to invoke change in media image! If you actors and actresses are paying attention, you will see the great opportunity that lies right in front of you!
They say when Calista Flockhart starred in the hit TV show Alley McBeal on Primetime TV, some say she started the skeletal scraggly image, (that is not a fact, but what the media has painted. This is not mentioned as a digg at Calista, she was doing her thing, excited to have her own tv show, it just happens that the press found her interesting, and focussed on her body. And Calista is a beautiful actress, and is still doing well co-starring with Sally Fields in Brother's and Sisters.
Since the press began to focus on the waistline of an actress, it was a huge turn around for the imagery of an actor. The race was on and the media kept a tally of who was the thinnest, and reporting on the struggles an actress would face, such as the adventures of Mary Kate and Ashley! Who were unable to escape attention to their bodies by the press.
Liposuction has become popular with men and women, and is still a huge business for plastic surgeons in the race for the perfect size 00, as mentioned during an episode of Desperate Housewives by Eva Longoria, playing Gabrielle Solis. (Mind you, we all know Eva was saying a line, and that in no way reflects on the opinion of the actress). Even though the media turns their eye on Teri Hatcher (Susan) criticizing her for losing too much weight since she starred in the hit series (Lois and Clark) Superman, and Marcia Cross (Bree) being dubbed by the press for the lead competitor with Terri for the skinniest of all the Desperate Housewives girls, they must have missed the slip of the tongue, with a size 00! The criticism the girls recieved about their weight of course was unfair, but the size 00, well.. that needs to be thought out a little.
Wouldn't that send a message to the youth watching, that they aren't beautiful until that is their dress size? Perhaps the show was demonstrating that the character is too obessesed with being the skinniest, it's just the fact that the Modeling World is changing for the healthier. Maybe next season they will have the character's promote healthy Models, and women alike. Time will tell. In a nutshell, we all know the media likes watching waist lines, and the girls of Desperate Housewives aren't in a competetion over who is the smallest, it's just what the press at this day and age focuses on.
But now, let's face it, it's worn out. It's time for a change! Why not come up with a new look that will wow them again! Like I said before, girls can't get any thinner, or they'd be dead. Tattoos and body piercing is so highly over rated! The school girl looks been done. Take a look at all the trends that have come and gone. Then take a good look at your headshots, get some body shots of yourself done as well, and try designing yourself a new image. If you come up with nothing, then go to an image consultant, talk to your hair stylist. Start with your favorite icon image and add your own taste. At the end of the day, it might just be the most valuable thing you've ever done for your career!
I wonder if the media took the focal point off the waist line, and filled the airways of chatter about something besides weight and dress size, if this issue would simply fade, and people would stop noticing it soo much?
This article can't go into conclusion until we've explored two of the most beautiful and exotic women in the public eye today, Jennifer Lopez, and Drew Barrymore!
Jen Lopez has made great effort in her recent films to project a healthy woman's image, and she is to be commended for being comfortable enough with her own beauty to make unflattering references to her own body. In her film Monster-in-law, there was a scene where a Vintage Dress was given to her, purposely the in the wrong dress size. Poor Jen struggled on film to slip into the dress until the dress was torn, and she was unsuccessful. She has made reference to having a large buttocks in other films, too. What is so impressive, is that she is sending a clear message to the girls, that it's ok not to fit into the smallest dress ever made, that being Latino means you are curvy, and have meat on your bones, and damn girls this is sexy! And she is right! What man wouldn't melt down to his toes from the mere sight of Jen Lopez? She is a fabulous dancer, a successful singer, and a wonderful actress! She is also creating a trend that no other Celebrity can touch! And if they wanted to, they'd have to work pretty damned hard to catch up to her image.

Fetish Wear is meant to be provocative.

Fetish wear is a term that is largely understood but in essence it is clothing that is at the extreme, designed to make you stand out, look different and not a part of your daily wardrobe. Clearly this definition could refer to a great many items so you have a lot of latitude when deciding what to wear.
The more unusual and sexy an outfit is the more likely you are wearing fetish wear. Many times the term gothic and fetish are used interchangeably but the term fetish goes well beyond gothic and in some ways gothic is a very limited category. A fetish is defined as "an object of irrational reverence or obsessive devotion". Again going to the extreme is a part of the term fetish and to a great degree that is the definition we will use to describe fetish wear. A shoe is unlikely to be a fetish but a woman's shoe with a six inch heel enters into the realm of a fetish shoe. A body stocking made of stretch spandex and sheer lace is a full bodysuit while a cat suit made of latex rubber is clearly a fetish item.
So who wears fetish wear and why? Depending on the item the person wearing fetish wear will vary. A woman wearing a leather outfit from her panties and bra to a mini skirt and vest is wearing fetish wear although the more we see the use of an item once considered fetish wear the more it becomes mainstream and loses its fetish designation. In order to be a fetish item it needs to be extreme and perhaps provocative to keep its fetish designation. Once it becomes co-opted by the mainstream it ceases to have a fetish pedigree and something that suburban kids wear and is found at your local mall.
Clothing is always in a state of flux as many fetish items make it to the fashion runways but never catch on in mid America simply due to the extreme nature of the garment. Fashion designers often intend to stretch the envelope with their designs but the concept falls flat as wearing the garment or a knock off doesn't work on main street. Latex is an example of a garment that may or may not take the step into mainstream fashion. Latex is simply rubber that is cut and formed into a garment such as a latex mini dress. Latex is very stretchy and conforms to a man's or a woman's body. Ultra sexy and provocative a sexy mini latex dress is often worn to fetish balls as an expression of sexuality as well as a fashion statement. Only time will tell if a woman wears it to the local clubs and what the reactions will be. Another fetish items are high heels that at 3 and 4 inches high are mainstream or sexy shoes. They become fetish heels when the heels are extremely high and contort a woman's feet making it virtually impossible to walk much less dance. Again the extreme nature of the garment or shoe puts it in the fetish arena.
A garment that is mainstream can become a fetish item by how it is worn. A mini skirt that covers a woman's body allowing some modesty becomes a fetish item once the length is provocative and extreme. The same applies with a corset that worn as a shaper or for the purpose of increasing a woman's cleavage becomes a fetish corset once it is worn so tight that a woman's figure is distorted into an hour glass shape causing distress or pain.

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The Colorful History of Sexy Lingerie..

In today's world, women, often give more attention to their undergarments (lingerie) as they do their outer clothes.
If there is one thing we've learned it's that lingerie is not just a subject for women, but men also make it, design it, and buy it.
Lingerie started for the purpose of personal hygiene and to provide cover for modesty of proper women. Wearing underwear in principle was exclusively of masculine use. In the early days of lingerie these undergarments were designed as one piece and were not exactly what we would consider today as sexy.
With the revolution in womens underwear and a little help from the French, lingerie evolved as a sexy and deadly weapon of the empowered women when the revealing set of two pieces arrived. The supports consisted of silk fabrics that surrounded, accented and honored the breasts.
Today a variety of preferences exist depending on age and taste. Young girls also known as Juniors often prefer g-strings and this preference generally carries on through the 20's and often into the 40's for women who live the dating lifestyle, those of 30 choose between g-strings and panties, whereas generally women of 40 choose the classic comfortable panties.
The corset was the ancestor of the bodice, its function was to shrink the size of the waist and to accentuate the bust thus returning a more sensual feminine body. This one was very important during the European monarchies and the time of Napoleon, when the women looked to see themselves streamlined by means of this type of lingerie.
Between 1830 and 1914, the women wore several fabric layers under the dress; t-shirt, trousers, corset, full cover corset, engages, flown, embroidered floods of embroideries, bows and tapes. This generated discomfort simultaneously with a newfound sense of respect to them. Among them; protection as opposed to attacks and violations. Lingerie also provided distinction by representing the woman who did not need to work, as a woman of moral convention, of comfortable life. Glamourous lingerie also avoided all suspicion of pregnancy.
In 1914 the Taly bodice became popular, the one that we know today, releasing the women of the uncomfortable corset. Between 1910 and 1919 the dance deeply influenced the fashion of lingerie, the dancer Isadora Ducan prioritized it in leaving corsets and the dancer Irene Castle impelled the revelation of the ankles.
The years between the 30's and 50's were conservative and showed little sensual respect to the underclothes during that era.
During the 60's the "hippie movement" generated a breakthrough attitude towards lingerie.
Just in the 80's, lingerie returned to be what it once was and what continues to be today. Helped by sexual icons of the time, among them Madonna, who spawned the use of sexy intimates with embroidery and sophistication. The fashion of lingerie was quickly accepted by women and praised by men.
What lingerie shows is a woman's power, comfortable and strong. Nowadays the women have multiplied their expenses in sexy lingerie and the undergarment has become a sociological phenomenon demonstrating the authentic soul of a woman in it's many shapes and forms.

Ladies and High Performance Cars.

Women the world over have followed in the fashion footsteps of their favorite Hollywood heroines. Who's wearing what (or not) this season is always big news. That adulation and imitation doesn't stop at the wardrobe and jewelry department anymore. Some of the big screens most fashionable, sophisticated and sexy ladies have all had a turn behind the wheel of a sleek, sexy, high performance car. Audrey Hepburn tooled around Paris in her shiny Jaguar E-series. Bette Davis ordered a 1980 Ford Mustang for herself to celebrate her 72nd birthday. And who could forget Julia Roberts' "Pretty Woman" in that silver Lotus Esprit? Apparently, many women can't, haven't, and are following suit by putting themselves behind the wheels of their own high performance, high style vehicles. Let's look at five female-owned high performance cars:
5.) Volkswagen GTI - Possibly every college girls' high performance dream car, the VW GTI offers a lot of bang for the buck. Coming in (or driving off) at less than $25,000, the GTI may just be the most economical high performance car on the market. It's accessibility is making it quite popular with the younger lady driver who wants as much practicality as she does power. The GTI comes in a racy 3-door, or larger 5-door model. The GTI offers Mom and Dad peace of mind via Volkswagen's dependability, durability and German engineering, while it brings sex appeal, sporty handling and spirited performance to the lady behind the wheel. All will appreciate the GTI's economical wallet-friendly 22 - 30 mpg rating. The 2.0 liter engine delivers 200 horsepower, going from 0 to 60 mph in just 7.2 seconds. The GTI doesn't scrimp on style, either. Its headlamps fairly wink at you, set at a tapering angle on either side of the honeycomb grill with its classic GTI badge in the center and a red stripe like a mischievous smile below. The rear spoiler hints at speed even while sitting still. Go for the optional sunroof, and while the GTI may not be as sexy as Hepburn's Jag was, there's still the exhilaration of the wind in your hair as you rev up the road.
4.) Land Rover Range Rover Sport - Who says you have to go small to win big? The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is the smallest of the big, or the biggest of the small, whichever way you might look at it. While being the smallest in the Land Rover family of vehicles, the Sport is typically bigger than what one might think of in a high performance car. Ladies love them, though, as they offer all the rough-and-tough-go-anywhere power and performance of its bigger brothers and sisters, plus sporty road handling and luxury touches. The Supercharged Sport generates 390 horsepower from its 4.2 liter engine, allowing it to go from 0 to 60 in a short 7 seconds. The all-time four-wheel drive will assure that you get where you are going, despite whatever Mother Nature may throw in your path. The Sport has all the "little touches" that make it a true Land Rover, from real wood trim to leather seats and a high-end nav system. Being an SUV, however, the Sport does have some truly appalling fuel ratings, clocking in at just 12 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the open roadFor ladies looking to make a big impression, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport might just be the little big vehicle to buy.
3.) Audi A4 Cabriolet - Like that sweet little black dress every girl has in her wardrobe, the Audi A4 series has a lot to offer. Take that little black dress and dress it down with a scarf and flats and you've got the A4 wagon. Restyle it with a shoulder bag, pearls and pumps and here comes the A4 sedan. Try one more time with Menolos, a tiara and $2 shades and look out - it's the A4 Cabriolet convertible! The A4 Cabriolet offers nimble handling and gracious styling - a ballet dancer on wheels. It doesn't have the speed or power of some of its competitors, but the Audi engineering makes up for it. All-wheel drive will ensure that you arrive in style, in spite of rain or snow. The luxurious and spacious cabin will delight with its high-quality materials and distinctive European ambience. She may not be the fastest thing on the road, but she's got style, class and sophistication - and she's finding a following among the "more mature" female driver who doesn't necessarily need to get there fast, but isn't quite ready for the slow lane, yet.
2.) Cadillac SRX - For the mom who likes a little zip in her trip to soccer practice or the grocery store, Cadillac offers the SRX. Don't call it a station wagon - they prefer "luxury utility vehicle" - as this isn't Grandma's old six-seater. The SRX has either a Northstar V-6 or V-8 under its hood, supplying plenty of power and speed. Like the GTI, going for the optional sunroof gives you even more of the feel of a sporty roadster, while still being able to haul everybody home from the school play. Of course, Cadillac always serves up a superb ride, and with GM's Magnetic Ride Control, handling is a dream. The SRX packs in plenty of niceties, to live up to its high-bred Cadillac standards - leather seats, pop-up nav system and a solid-solid-solid suspension that will have you wondering when they fixed the potholes in the road. If speed, performance and room for the whole family is what you need, add the Cadillac SRX to the shopping list.
1.)BMW Z4 Roadster - A whopping 62% of all owners of the BMW Z4 Roadster are women. That may just make it the most popular performance vehicle with the ladies on the road today. From its standard run-flat tires to its hard-top that raises and lowers with the touch of a button, it's little wonder the lady-friendly Z4 more than makes the cut. The Z4's inline 6 cylinder engine pumps out 225 horsepower, taking you from 0 to 60 in a lightning fast 5.9 seconds. Motor Trend called it "sultry" and indeed it is. It's sensible, too, with fuel ratings of 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. And what would a BMW be without some of those luxury car touches? The Z4's sound system will wrap you in your favorite tunes, be they Bach or Beyonce. With a power side window sealing system, you'll never have to worry about the seal between your window and roof ever again. Eight-way adjustable leather seats ensure you'll get just the right control and comfort, whether riding or driving. Choose the Z4's optional Sport package and you'll receive heated outside mirrors, sport suspension with a lowered, even sportier profile, and fog lights under the front grill. She's fast, she's sexy-sleek, she's in control and she knows it. That's both the car and her driver!

Chinese Dresses for Formal Elegance or Fun.

Children all over the world wear the girl's cheung sam (or Qi Pao) for birthdays, school programs, Chinese festivals or to attend weddings. The Cheung Sam - Qi Pao is a beautiful, elegant Chinese dress that flatters kids and adult women alike.
The Cheung Sam- Qi Pao is a distinct Chinese dress style that features a high collar that is clasped at the throat, a variety of sleeves, a skirt or blouse that has slits. The collar can be closed with pretty Chinese knots. These Chinese knots may symbolize an animal or flower. The fabric of Cheung sams may vary, but it is prettiest when made in brocaded silk. Little girls can romp around comfortably in silk or cotton Cheung Sams. The Cheung Sam - Qi Pao can be can be sleeveless, or have short or long sleeves.. Sleeveless Cheung Sams let kids move freely, but short sleeved ones are also comfortable. Little girls can choose whether they want to wear a one-piece dress Cheung Sam, or a dress pants set. Pants can be worn under the Cheung Sam to add to your child's freedom of movement. Pants with elastic band at the waist makes dressing also a lot easier.
In old historical China, during the Qing Dynasty, Manchu women wore qi pao that are long and covered a girl totally, revealing only the head, hands and tips of the feet. By 1900, after the end of the Qing Dynasty, the tailored, form-fitting qi pao was worn and popularized by socialites and high-class courtesans. As fashion expanded, so did the designs for the Cheung Sam - Qi Pao. Today, the Cheung Sam may come in a variety of modern designs, but is still as flattering as ever.
Kids may be familiar with the Cheung Sam as they can also see this pretty dress not only during formal parties or Chinese festivals. They can also see the Cheung Sam worn by girl characters in tv or videos. Chun Li from the video game Street Fighter alternates her fight clothes with Cheung Sam inspired clothes. Even Japanese anime has characters that wear the Cheung Sam or Qi Pao. Shows that may be familiar to your child and have characters that wear this Chinese dress are Shampoo from Ran Ma, Liu Mei Wang from Gundam and Jun Tao from Shaman King.
Cosplayers sometimes also wear the Cheung Sam. ( Cosplay is dressing up in anime characters' costumes.) Cosplay Cheung Sam may be made of silk or other more unusual materials, such as rubber.
Your children may enjoy wearing their Cheung Sam for other occasions other than Chinese festivals and weddings. They may want to wear their Cheong Sam - Qi Pao during fun activities in school. Awarding of honors, instrument recitals, fairs, recognition ceremonies of summer programs are also some occasions that your child can the Chinese dress. Birthday parties may be more fun if your child is all dressed up pretty in her Cheong Sam. Halloween is also a fun holiday that doesn't have to be all about ghosts or European princess dresses. Chinese Cheong Sam can also be used to portray favorite Chinese heroines or characters, like Mulan. Family get-togethers, especially when meeting up with relatives proud of their Chinese ancestry is also a good time for your child to wear the Cheung Sam, and please the relatives too.
The Chinese dress is a versatile dress that your kids may wear anytime for elegant beauty or for fun. Let your child wear the Cheung Sam - Qi Pao for any fun occasion all throughout the year.

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Ironically, the trouble with making your look appear effortless is that it actually takes a little bit of effort. This is not about looking like you just rolled out of bed to grab the first thing in your closet or, for that matter, off your floor. Your goal should be to put a cohesive look together that doesn’t look overworked. A few key additions to your wardrobe will help do the trick. The truly fashion-forward can go against the mainstream and dive directly into a double-breasted blazer. It’s a risky move, but a well-tailored one sans shoulder pads and paired with dark denim updates a classic without looking like you were plucked from 1985. If the blazer is too much for you to handle, try a double-breasted trench coat, like the Burberry Trench Style Raincoat. Just be aware that this is not the bulky, calf-length variety. It should be deconstructed, lightweight and cropped at the thigh or just above the knee. You can throw it over anything -- even that T-shirt that was in fact lying on your floor -- and look pulled together without exerting too much effort. For a more relaxed slice of Belmondo styling, you could opt for a simple white button-down shirt. Just make sure to keep it comfortable. Roll the sleeves, undo a couple of buttons, and skip the iron. Anything too labor-intensive just wouldn’t be Belmondo.