Finally, in NYC the whole week! But we’ve been swamped so its been a “short week.” Here’s what went down @ Beautyskew: There’s a new “F” bomb to steer clear of in the English language…and my daughter has used it already! Weekend Observations: New “F” Bomb Why naked men have been pretty much ignored in [...]
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A Cultural Perspective, Beauty Theories
Naked Men Have Gotten the Short End of the Stick
If you look back at the centuries of Western art, you’ll notice a ton of female nudes but very few male ones. The Leopold Museum in Vienna has organized a new exhibit, “Naked Men” to bring those few paintings to the public. But the question remains: why are there are so few male nudes out [...]
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More to Love: Additions to the Reading List
Who said cosmetics isn’t high art? The Andy Warhol foundation certainly wouldn’t agree! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/huff-wires/20121008/us-fashion-francois-nars/ Sassy Ursula Halloween costume sparks controversy http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/09/sexy-ursula-halloween-costume-plus-size-skinny_n_1951618.html?utm_hp_ref=style&ir=Style Penis size DOES matter! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/08/penis-size-does-matter-to-women_n_1948573.html The beauty industry is huge and is making its mark around the world. Watch this video for how: (look for the title on right side banner: Billion Dollar [...]
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Week in Review, Weekly Essentials
Week in Review: 9/23-9/29
From older models to make-up on men, this week @Beautyskew we discussed a lot of juicy stuff. Take a look: From top hats to morning coats, there’s something nice about keeping a pompous dress code alive Weekend Observations: When Pompous is Good While her daughter may be invited to all the cool events, Isabella still has [...]
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A Cultural Perspective, Beauty in the Workplace, Beauty News, Beauty Theories
Beauty is Power: Just Ask S. Korean Men
I came across a FASCINATING article describing the phenomenon of South Korean men wearing make-up. Lots of it. But this isn’t some niche, transvestite or special-occasion-costume-y kind of thing. No way. This formally macho society is seeing male make-up as a way to gain the upper hand in a fierce economy, and the attention of women [...]
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