Periodicals > Beach Buzz > Volume 3, Number 4
| Name: | Adding Some Heft to Ideal Feminine Form |
| Authors: | Brody, Jane E. |
| Indexed Date: | 2 Oct. 2024 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | Brody, Jane. “Adding Some Heft to Ideal Feminine Form.” Beach Buzz, Volume 3, Number 4, Dec. 2002, pp. 7, 10, https://www.beachesfoundation.org |
Summary
A visitor to the Brooklyn Museum of Art's exhibit "Exposed: The Victorian Nude" reflects on the exhibit's portrayal of the "ideal" female figure, noting a shift in society's perception towards a healthier feminine ideal. The article discusses the influence of current body image ideals and their implications on self-esteem, mental health, and reproductive issues, advocating for a more holistic approach to physical and emotional well-being.