From Freak Shows to Filters: Beauty Standards Past & Present
’Society’s fixation on beauty and physical appearance is not new and even dates back to ancient Greece. It simply changes its costume with time. Back in the 19th century, the obsession was loud, unapologetic, and highly commercialised. While fascination with such beauty standards remains, it has become quieter, more refined, and algorithm-driven. However, it must be noted that the fundamental nature of this addiction remains the same – to stare,…