Woman Shows What the “Perfect” Body Looked Like in Different Times
Fitness blogger Cassey Ho wanted to show how beauty standards have changed over the years. She created a photo series showing how her body would look if she had the “perfect” figure in different time periods. Her goal? To help people understand how society’s idea of beauty keeps changing — and why we shouldn’t chase these trends.
Cassey noticed that just like fast fashion, beauty standards come and go quickly. One year, a flat stomach and thigh gap are in. The next year, it’s all about big hips and fuller curves. It’s exhausting to try to keep up, and it leaves many women feeling not good enough.
Here’s how beauty ideals have changed throughout history, according to Cassey’s photo series:
🔸 1400–1700: Italian Renaissance
Back then, being curvy and full-bodied was considered beautiful. A rounded stomach, wide hips, and full chest meant you were rich and healthy. Being thin was linked to poverty.
🔸 1920s: The Flapper Era
Women wanted to look boyish and slim. Small breasts, narrow hips, and a straight figure were in. Many even tied their chests with cloth to hide curves so they could fit into flapper dresses.
🔸 1950s: The Hourglass Figure
Curves came back! The ideal body had a small waist with full hips and chest. Icons like Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor were the standard. Women even took weight-gain pills to look fuller.
🔸 1990s: The Skinny Look
In the early ’90s, being extremely thin was seen as beautiful. The style was called “heroin chic”, and models looked fragile with sharp features and very little body fat.
🔸 Late 1990s–2000s: Victoria’s Secret Era
Now, people wanted a more athletic yet curvy body — big breasts, flat stomach, long legs, and a thigh gap. Breast surgery became very popular during this time.
🔸 2010s–2018: The Kardashian Shape
The new “perfect” body had a small waist, big butt, wide hips, and full lips. Thanks to social media, especially Instagram, many women turned to plastic surgery for butt implants and lip fillers.
💬 Cassey’s message is simple: “Stop treating your body like it’s fast fashion.” Our bodies aren’t trends. What’s “in” today may be “out” tomorrow, but your body deserves love and care at every size and shape.
She reminds us that real beauty is not about trends. It’s about feeling confident and healthy in your own skin. Instead of trying to match society’s changing ideals, Cassey encourages everyone to embrace their natural shape.
💖 Your body is already perfect — because it’s yours. Don’t let trends decide how you feel about yourself. Treat your body with kindness and respect.
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