How The “Perfect” Female Body Has Changed In 100 Years
It’s no secret that beauty standards are always shifting, but looking back over the last century really puts it into perspective.
What was considered the “ideal” female body in one decade might be seen totally differently just a few years later.
These graphics by Leo Delauncey break down how the so-called perfect female figure has evolved across the decades, from the corseted silhouettes of the 1910s to the bootylicious look of the 2010s.
It’s an interesting mix of pop culture influence, fashion trends, and shifting societal values—and sometimes, the contradictions are wild.
So if you’ve ever found yourself wondering where all these beauty expectations came from, this quick scroll might offer a little insight—and maybe even a reminder that there’s no one way to look perfect.
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10. Elizabeth Taylor
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12. Twiggy
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16. Elle MacPherson
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18. Kate Moss
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