Beating The Dead Horse Into A Pulp

Sorry about the graphic title. So I hate to jump in to the whole skinny model debate, but thanks to a Fashionista post from a while ago it has been brought to my attention that the TimesOnline has proclaimed that "The Death of Size Zero" is nigh. Well, ignoring the dumb title, it reminded me of the fact that some non-obscenely thin models do actually get work. I also discovered that Sasha Pivovarova had gained weight, and still booked quite a few shows. Now this makes me very happy!

I have to say as a teenage girl the media's influence on myself and my friend's body image is quite obvious. While I'm generally happy with my body at this point, I have friends who aren't despite the fact they are a size 2. While these people don't look at pictures of very thin models every day like I do, they still feel the influence of the pressure to become skinny. People argue that "oh, clothes just look better on thin girls" and "models don't actually influence real people". Um, I beg to differ. Maybe it's just that subconscious "people like seeing people like them" thing, but when I see a picture like this, I can't help but think "yes!" and actually be able to see myself in that outfit (well, this particular outfit is kind of hideous but you know what I mean).

Also cited in the article are Daisy Lowe and Lara Stone.

Doesn't that just make you feel better about yourself? She's wicked hot, and she (kind of) has thighs.

Hm. Lara is still really skinny. But wait! Look at that model behind her! Perspective, people.

I'm obviously not blasting people who are naturally skinny, but so few people actually look like that so it sets unattainable standards. Arguably that's what makes it desirable, but is that a good thing? I don't think so.

Of course, it's annoying to think that you'd have to already have an established reputation as a really thin model or have to come from famous parents to make it, but it's a start.

Also, I'm pretty pissed that people have told Karla she had huge thighs. Uhm, I'll take that personally, thank you. Athletic thighs kick ass! And Karla is so not fat, some people are just really bitchy and probably quite insecure themselves if they feel the need to point that out. Karla isn't even vaguely near being overweight, and how do they think making comments like that makes people who are on the heavier side feel? They're people too, and just because they're not a tiny size doesn't mean they can't like fashion. Alright, end rant.

WTF!?!?

Is it at Doc Marten? No, it's a $25 "combat boot" from mothereffing GoJane! (Yes, I do kind of censor myself for those who were wondering...) And to add salt to the injury, it's the type I want. Cheap looking "leatherette" (whatever that means)? Of course. But I kind of want it, because I know I don't even have $100 to pay for the real thing... gahh moral dilemma much!

And lol I just realized I combined "insult to the injury" and "salt to the wound"... genius.

P.S. What the fug is this?

How Much Is Too Much?

It's no secret that I love Rumi of Fashion Toast and think she is incredibly stylish. However, lately some of her outfits have got me thinking about the line between looking stylishly undressed and, for lack of a better term, like a skank. Exhibit A:

The high-waisted pants deslutify it... not. I'm sorry, Rumi, but please stick to wearing that tank with a bra underneath it. That way it looks sexy, not like you put on your dad's stretched out old wifebeater and forgot underwear. It doesn't even look good. At all. It's just unflattering in a bad way. Worn with the bra or even that mesh bodysuit, I would love this outfit. But I don't want to see that much of you in public, except for the perverts. Who probably went wild over this outfit. I sincerely hope you taped it in place. Just because Erin Wasson did it, doesn't mean you should do it. It looks bad on Erin, too. But we all know how I feel about her. Which brings me to Exhibit B. See how much better it looks with the bra? And compare Rumi to Erin. Which one should be the model? (Hint: It's not the manly one. And I'm not talking about the one with the stubble.)

And here's Exhibit C: I'm not sure what possessed you to wear a extremely thin bra under a mesh bodysuit, but let me tell you it's just... ugh. You, the girl who is as tall as me and at least 15 lbs. lighter, would be the person to rock this if anyone but I think this is strictly a look for the pornos.

Of course, Rumi can wear whatever she pleases and I write this doubting she'll ever read it. But... wait stop, Hannah! I'm not going to apologize for what I've said. I love Rumi, and I'm jealous of her hotness and the fact that she can wear things my 15-year-oldness can't possibly deal with. But I sincerely think she would look better if she covered up slightly more. To end things on a positive note, how much do I love this?
It's still very exposing, but with the fur... gahgahgah. I'm such a hypocrite. I'm a vegetarian who loves fur. I would never buy real fur of course... unless maybe it was thrifted.... But anyway so gorgeous.

Wasson?

Much of the blogosphere (funny word, ain't it?) seems to be in love with the model-of-the-moment, Erin Wasson. The Alexander Wang muse (and honestly, who doesn't love Alexander Wang?) seems to be everywhere right now....

But the fact is, I'm just not that into her. I don't know what it is, but I don't really think she's anything special. Sure, she has that trendy just-rolled-out-of-bed look down to pat, but most of the time she just looks trashy. She does have a killer designer shoe collection... but wouldn't we all if we were models?

It's quite a talent to look like you're about to show off both your nipples and your butt crack, both at once.

But in all seriousness, she basically wears loose tops and cutoff shorts or flare jeans. Not a fashion crime exactly, but it ain't that interesting, folks. Well, maybe wearing bootcut is considered rebellious because all the fashion people wear skinnies, but it really isn't. Half the girls in my school own those very jeans, minus the trailer-trash-meets-Rocawear lace-up bit.

Rumi rocks the Erin Wasson x RVCA so much better than Erin herself. She's also much prettier in my opinion (even when making a kissy face).

She also totally copied my idea of wearing a corset over a white t-shirt. Okay, it's possible she did it first, but still....

This is scary. She was asked to model for Victoria's Secret, which makes sense I suppose because she does have a great model body. But it also doesn't make sense, because she really isn't pretty in a Victoria's Secret way. Well, if you can call that Marissa (I think that's her name?) girl pretty (I prefer Hollywood-plastic-scary). But I'm just jealous of their model-ness right?

This is my other problem with her. She can't pull off things like this. I guess it's not a big deal—not many people can—but she's supposed to be a model. It must be her manface ooh that was mean. Had to say it though. I kind of do like the way she looks, it's just... I don't know. Not compatible with certain looks.

Well basically what I'm trying to get across is not that Erin Wasson sucks or anything but more that I don't really understand why people are so obsessed with her. And the fact that her admittedly cool line of body chains were total knockoffs is a serious turn-off. Compared to so many bloggers, she is NOT stylish. I just don't really understand her appeal.