Do you think advertising sets unrealistic beauty standards for women?

[MOB Karen]

Let us know what you think. :D

[ladymelissa]

I would have to say, not really. There are many approaches that companies take to advertise, some go with the "down home" average people approach. Think cell phone families or cereal commercials.

As for makeup or clothing models, they are trying to make you think that if you use the product you will be more attractive. It is the individual's fault if they allow that to consume them. Or the company simply needs to present the product in an eye catching way, so you will take notice.

Everyone is beautiful. It is up to the individual to realize that and work with what they were given. Do I sometimes wish I had perfectly sculpted cheekbones or perfect teeth? Yes. Do I think I am completely unfortunate? No. There are so many people that are also not "model perfect," but have a beauty about them simply b/c they are so comfortable with themselves, like Queen Latifah.

[LaceyinPgh]

I agree with Melissa. I think for the most products they are trying to reach the middle American who is the consumer of it. But for certain things that are going to enhance your image, it is only natural to sex it up some. But, if you want to fall into the "must be a perfect size 2 blonde with a D cup" mind set, that is your issue to contend with, not mine.

[WebLady]

I agree with Melissa and Lacey on this one and I think they said pretty much what I would have said :bbmrgreen:

[Jenn060306]

I do belive it has allowed women to set unrealistic standards for themselves. There are alot of women who don't realize how much work goes into perfecting the advertisements. And are upset that they don't look like that themselves. Maybe if they had a make-up artist, hair dresser, stylists, the right lighting, personal trainners and all that jazz they would look like that.
Unfortunetly many people don't see into all this and only see the model and obess over not looking the same.

[mariaandmanish]

Yes, but mainly for teenagers who have not developed their own understanding of themselves. For those women with the confidence in themselves, and awareness of themselves, I think that advertising doesn't matter. But impressionable teenage girls, especially the 12-13 year olds... it's not good.

[SoontobeMrsClark07]

I agree with Melissa and Lacey!