a look at how multi billion dollar industries (cosmetics, dieting, cosmetic surgery, pornography, mass media) set impossible beauty standards and reap large profits by making women feel insecure about their appearance.

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Apr 22, 2008 10:49am
Enemy #1 – Toys for GirlsAbove: model Kate Moss, a lot wider in size than Malibu Barbie (circa 1971)But what to say then about Bratz, aimed at 3-8 year olds? According to Playthings Magazine, “Bratz was the No. 1 fashion-themed doll property during the final quarter of 2006,” outselling Barbies by a large margin.Best. Form. Of. Contraception. Ever.Because who wants to have a kid, knowing that there are multi-million dollar companies promoting prostitute-looking dolls to 3-8 year olds? 

Enemy #1 – Toys for Girls

Above: model Kate Moss, a lot wider in size than Malibu Barbie (circa 1971)

But what to say then about Bratz, aimed at 3-8 year olds? According to Playthings Magazine, “Bratz was the No. 1 fashion-themed doll property during the final quarter of 2006,” outselling Barbies by a large margin.

Best. Form. Of. Contraception. Ever.

Because who wants to have a kid, knowing that there are multi-million dollar companies promoting prostitute-looking dolls to 3-8 year olds? 

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