Supermodels SA March 2015 Issue 43 | Page 39

Swinging Sixties
(c. 1960s)

Willowy
Thin
Long, slim legs
Adolescent physique

Beauty

Athletic
Svelte, but curvy
Tall
Toned arms

Postmodern Beauty
(c. 2000s-Today)

Flat stomach
“Healthy” skinny
Large breasts and butt
Thigh gap
Women regularly get
plastic surgery to
achieve their desired
look

Heroin Chic
(c. 1990s)

Waifish
Extremely thin
Translucent skin
Androgynous

Source: http://www.boredpanda.com/women-ideal-body-type-history-video/

Supermodel Era
(c. 1980s)